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Em Cassel

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

And Just Like That, There Are 4 Boludos

Boludo Como and Boludo Uptown opened within a week of each other. Now, chef Facundo DeFraia is setting his sights beyond Minneapolis.

February 22, 2023

Employee-Owned Hy-Vee Eliminates Employee Discount

Plus another new low for the Strib Ed Board, Fleck's classroom antics, and braille menus in today's Flyover.

Chase to North Minneapolis: Thanks, But No Banks

Plus gun control in MN, the U dumps Tom Bakk, and dogs lose jobs in today's Flyover.

Frey Finds No Love in East Phillips

Plus GMA comes to MN to eat pizza, Mike Pence comes to MN to spread bigotry, and lots of restaurant news in today's Flyover.

How to Get Married on a Cult-Loved Horror TV Show

Following one of the most disturbing movies ever, two locals exchanged beautiful televised vows.

February 15, 2023

I Waited a Long Time to Visit Mario’s Pizza. Don’t Make My Mistake.

It's kind of an ideal little pizza and sandwich shop!

February 9, 2023

Jordan Peterson Isn’t Really Canceled, and Neither Are His State Theatre Shows

Plus Eat Street Crossing news, SOTU guests, and the world's most romantic Taco Bell in today's Flyover.

Aldi Abandons North Minneapolis

Plus trains to Duluth debated, Edina praised, and the most basic music industry story you can imagine in today's Flyover.

Could Our Homegrown THC Seltzer Market Vanish?

Plus tribal lands possibly returned, WSJ's dramatic local angle, and be nice to cyclists in today's Flyover.