Every holiday season, Oprah shares her highly anticipated list of 'Favorite Things. ' Most items are luxurious and not cheap. This year, a Minnesota company made the list for the 8th time! Softies, a family-owned business from Edina, started small in 2005. Their cozy lounge sets caught Oprah's eye
Imagine transforming your typical winter walk into a magical adventure. Two parks near the Twin Cities are doing just that with their "Trails By Candlelight" events. Up first is Thompson County Park in West St. Paul on January 24, 2025. Then, on February 7, head over to Spring Lake Park Reserve in H
Minnesota is in for a wild weather ride this week! After breaking record highs in the Twin Cities and southern parts of the state, a storm system is headed our way. It's predicted to bring severe thunderstorms and snow, all in just a few days. First, let's talk thunderstorms. Forecasters are keepin
Believe it or not, Minnesota has become quite the hotspot for celebrities. From big names like Lady Gaga to actors like Gerard Butler, stars have been popping up all over the state. It's not just the big cities like Minneapolis; even smaller towns like Duluth and Rochester have their share of celebr
Believe it or not, Minnesota didn't make the top 10 list of best winter destinations! Can you guess which city snagged the top spot? To create this list, WalletHub looked at 70 cities and considered factors like flight costs, safety, and weather. Let's dive into the top 5 picks and see why Minnesota
Ever wondered where some of Minnesota's most famous celebrities come from? Turns out, the Land of 10, 000 Lakes has been a breeding ground for stars. Let's start with the legendary Judy Garland, who hails from Grand Rapids. Then there are the Coen brothers, Joel and Ethan, both from St. Louis Park.
A series of shootings that began in Minneapolis ended near Willmar, leaving one man dead and another injured. The Kandiyohi County Sheriff's Office reported that the incident started around 1:00 p. m. on Tuesday when Minneapolis Police responded to an apartment complex on Lyndale Avenue South. A man
Ever wondered what Minnesota cities are best for finding love? A team from HomeSnacks. net used some clever calculations. They checked out population density, the number of single folks, and places to meet like coffee shops and bars. Guess what? Minnesotans are pretty committed once they're married
Hey there, Minnesotans! You might have noticed that it's been a bit warm for this time of year. Don't get used to it, though. Winter is coming, and with it, the usual weather alerts. But this year, something's different. The National Weather Service is shaking things up. You're probably familiar wi
Have you ever wondered how well students in Minnesota are doing with their studies? The state's Department of Education has a cool report card that tells us all about it. This report card has info like how students answer surveys, what the schools spend tax money on, and how many students are meetin
