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H. Jiahong Pan

H. Jiahong Pan 潘嘉宏 (they/them/theirs) is a Minneapolis-based introverted freelance journalist who reports primarily on their lifelong passion: transportation issues. Find them on a bus of all types, the sidewalk, bike lane, hiking trail or perhaps the occasional carshare vehicle, camera and perhaps watercolor set or mushroom brush in tow, in your community or state or regional park regardless of season.

Food & Drink

I’m (Nearly) Broke and I’m Hungry. Can I Be a Vegetarian?

For those with dietary restrictions, finding free or pay-what-you-can meals is often a challenge. But some local groups are working to change that.

September 4, 2024
Culture

The Top 12 Places to Cry in the Twin Cities

Two Twin Cities writers and criers recommend where to immerse yourself in tears.

July 24, 2024
Today's stories are presented by TPT's 'Remember the Magic'

Watch TPT's 'Remember the Magic: A Look Back at the Dayton’s Holiday Shows'

Relive the wonder of Dayton’s holiday shows with “Remember the Magic: A Look Back at the Dayton’s Holiday Shows,” a nostalgic documentary from Twin Cities PBS. For over 50 years, Dayton’s 8th floor auditorium transformed into a holiday wonderland, enchanting millions with magical displays, intricate animatronics and unforgettable memories. Featuring rare archival footage, personal reflections and behind-the-scenes insights, the film celebrates the creativity and tradition that made Dayton’s a cherished part of Minnesota history. Premiering December 17 on TPT and the PBS App, “Remember the Magic” invites a new generation to experience the timeless joy of this iconic tradition.
History

San Francisco Is in Minnesota

San Francisco Township, that is. Located in Carver County, it's home to a historic one-room schoolhouse, rolling farmland, and lots and lots of gravel.

April 5, 2023
Politics

A Battle Over a High-Speed Bus Line Has Transit Agencies Seeing Red

Inside the latest clash between the Minnesota Valley Transit Authority and Metro Transit

February 9, 2022