Em Cassel

Em Cassel (she/they) is a cyclist, a metalcore apologist, and a co-owner and editor of Racket.
MN Drivers Hate Stopping for Pedestrians
Plus a guide to getting your discounted e-bike, a Japanese brewery buys Octopi, and Minnesota's undefeated/unnamed new hockey team in today's Flyover news roundup.
MN’s Weird, Warm Winter Is Causing Chaos for Outdoor Institutions
Beargrease? Canceled. Skating rinks? Closed. Ice Festivals? Off. It’s a tough year to get outside.
Let’s Check in on the Final Restaurant Closings and Openings of 2023
It's the December Racket Restaurant Roundup.
Some New Twin Cities Restaurants I Really Liked in 2023
The 9 new restaurants that most charmed and/or delighted Racket’s food and drink editor this year.
This Just In: Giving Poor People Money Makes Them Less Poor
Plus no more First Ave for Nur-D, the fate of Minneapolis's mountain lion, and more melting ice drama up at Upper Red Lake in today's Flyover.
New Northeast Restaurant Is the First in MN Serving Kumpir
Look at those things!
Teens Reluctantly Curate NJ Prince Exhibit
Plus St. Paul's alley captains, the local Krampus community, and a meh flag finalist in today's Flyover news roundup.
Why Is a Cargill Heir Buying Up Duluth’s Park Point?
Plus AIPAC targets Rep. Omar, Minnesotans love bedroom tickling, and a coffee shop hero in today's Flyover news roundup.
A Purpose-Driven Popcorn Shop Readies to Open in St. Paul
Highland Popcorn, which uplifts workers with disabilities, will debut early next year.
Coastal Seafoods Swims Into New St. Paul Store Next Week
Plus fun new healthcare fees, e-sports are on the out, and a seed art shakeup in today's Flyover news roundup.









