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Jay Boller

Co-owner/editor of Racket.

Should the Menacing Coon Rapids Turkey Be Executed?

Plus evictions are up, RIP Terry Bellamy, and the curious state of Lilek's column in today's Flyover.

The Bloody History of Minneapolis Squirrel Slaughter

Plus an African perspective on sulfide mining, a groundbreaking local pro athlete, and some thoughts on biking in today's Flyover.

State Addresses Homelessness by Bulldozing People’s Homes

Plus our hideous football mausoleum, restaurant closings, and bus drivers wanted in today's Flyover.

Tony Dungy and Matt Birk Have Always Been the Same Guy

Dungy's recent litter box comments shouldn't surprise anyone; the Gopher great/Hall of Fame coach has been a religious-right bigot for decades.

January 19, 2023

A Big Ol’ Kowalski’s Is Coming to Southdale

Plus a call for on-campus abortion clinics, Pride expands, and the DFL transportation plans in today's Flyover.

How Real Is ‘The Craig Finn Curse’?

With news of Party City's bankruptcy, we explore other Finn lyrical references that later met grim fates.

January 18, 2023

U of M Regent Says Gabel’s Conflict of Interest Is Illegal

Plus Jesus drama at MOA, glowing purple streets, and Stella's Fish Café hits the auction block in today's Flyover.

We Gotta Talk About Sheriff Hutch’s Instagram Account

@dave_that_dude_blue is really posting through it.

January 17, 2023

Guess Who’s Playing the New Uptown Music Venue’s Grand Opening

Plus a post office for Jim Hagedorn, State Fair price increases, and snow removal woes continue in today's Flyover.