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Em Cassel

Em Cassel (she/they) is a cyclist, a metalcore apologist, and a co-owner and editor of Racket.

Meet She’s Burgers, the Feminist Pre-Teen Punks Who Just Sing What They Believe

A new generation of riot grrrls who write songs about animals, sports, and how being a girl rocks.

August 17, 2022

We Have Obtained the Menu for Omar and Frey’s Peacemaking Dinner

Plus guns still banned at the Fair, Washington Post seeks the most midwest thing ever, and abortion budgeting in today's Flyover.

A Wave of BIPOC-Owned Coffee Shops Is Changing the Face of Twin Cities Coffee

At least six shops owned by people of color have opened so far this year—but we're still a long way from equity in coffee.

August 10, 2022

Trader Joe’s Withheld Raises at Unionizing Minneapolis Shop

Plus MOA shooting, south Minneapolis meat consolidation, and a very smart doctor in today's Flyover.

Francis Has Plant-Based Plans for the Old Sen Yai Sen Lek, Dipped & Debris Space

"We remain concerned about how people might feel about either of those spots being replaced, because they were so loved in the community, and so good."

August 5, 2022

Buckle Up, Bitches: It’s Time for the July Racket Restaurant Roundup

TILT gets LITT, Grumpy's grumples outta Roseville, and more July restaurant news.

July 29, 2022

Racket’s Year In Review: August 2021-July 2022

Highlights and takeaways from year one, plus a few goals and expectations for year two.

July 28, 2022

Coming Soon to George Floyd Square: ‘Blewish Cuisine’ from Chopped & Served

The five-year-old catering company is apparently setting up a new restaurant in south Minneapolis.

July 27, 2022

Nick-uh-LETT? NICK-o-let? Nic-o-lay? Does Anyone Agree How Nicollet is Pronounced?

"I've gone over this so many times in my head, Nicollet doesn't even sound like a real word anymore."

July 26, 2022

Last Call for Grumpy’s in Roseville

Plus a ballhawk's ban is upheld, Cargill lies to workers, and a police obsession with Billy's on Grand in today's Flyover.