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.
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.
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."
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.
Racket’s Year In Review: August 2021-July 2022
Highlights and takeaways from year one, plus a few goals and expectations for year two.
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.
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."
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.









