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Em Cassel

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

The Only Good Thing About Twitter Is the Star Tribune’s Book Room Video Series

Everyone loves a good mail day. With this series, you’re guaranteed at least one a week. 

October 6, 2023

So About Those Communist Recruitment Posters All Over the U…

Plus what's next for the Lyndale White Castle, doubting Target, and local candy history in today's Flyover news roundup.

It’s Opening Night at Cloudland Theater

Plus proposed Nicollet revamps, a long walk to Target Field, and Jacob Frey returns to civic cheerleading in today's Flyover news roundup.

The Twins Weren’t the Only Winners Yesterday at Target Field

If you're going to the ballpark this postseason, do yourself a favor and get the new báhn mì brat.

October 4, 2023

Forget Uptown—Is Dinkytown Dead?

Plus a wacko sheriff to visit, gettin' crossfaded with MinnPost, and Ecuadoran fruit sellers in today's Flyover news roundup.

Set to Strike, Seward Co-op Workers Win Tentative Contract Agreement

Plus celebrating a cycling pioneer, the Twin Cities Marathon gets more inclusive, and new shipwreck discovery just dropped in today's Flyover news roundup.

‘Aging But Dangerous’ Calendar Proves You’re Never Too Old to Be Naked

Plus an Icehouse controversy, MN vs. Amazon, and a new 'dive-ish' NE bar in today's Flyover news roundup.