Hammock Hysteria in Minneapolis | Should they be allowed in Parks?
Oh Minneapolis, always finding new things to be upset about. The latest target of outrage? Those dastardly hammocks in…
The Curve That Kept St. Anthony Falls Flowing: The Origins of the Stone Arch Bridge’s Odd Angle
The historic Stone Arch Bridge is one of Minneapolis’ most iconic landmarks. Spanning the Mississippi River with its elegant…
Were Gray Squirrels Introduced to Minneapolis Parks to Reduce Red Squirrel Populations?
Take a stroll through a Minneapolis park and you’ll almost certainly encounter bold, bushy-tailed gray squirrels. They may beg…
Did Ford Really Mine Sand for Windshields Below Its St. Paul Plant?
When you think of mining, you probably picture hard hats and pickaxes chiseling away at rock walls deep underground….
Urban Gulls: The Bizarre Phenomenon Turning St. Paul into an Inland Seabird Haven
Minnesotans don’t need to go far to spot white-feathered seabirds wheeling overhead or pecking at scraps in parking lots….
How to Properly Dispose of Christmas Trees in the Twin Cities?
The holiday season has drawn to a close, leaving many Minnesotans with questions about how to properly dispose of…
Why Does Minneapolis Keep Planting Trees Under Power Lines?
Minneapolis is known for its extensive urban tree canopy, with thousands of trees lining city streets and filling parks….
Why Does I-94 Slice Through St. Paul’s Historic Rondo Neighborhood?
The construction of Interstate 94 between Minneapolis and St. Paul from 1956 to 1968 had a devastating impact on…
Was Harry Hayward America’s First Serial Killer?
One of the most sensational crimes in Minneapolis history could have ended the life of America’s Frist Serial Killer….
Why Was the Mall of America Built in Minnesota?
The Mall of America is one of the most iconic landmarks in Minnesota, drawing over 40 million visitors a…