Why Does Minnesota Get Colder than the North Pole?
Minnesotans pride themselves on surviving brutal winters, but few realize that parts of the state sometimes dip below temperatures…
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….
Did you know Sears started as a Minnesota Company?
In 1886, a young railway station agent named Richard W. Sears made a small business deal that would end…
Escape the Holiday Music Rut with These Fresh Minnesota Radio Picks
The sparkling lights are up, the scent of gingerbread fills the air, and the familiar croon of Bing Crosby…
Minnesota Winter: A Guide to Snowy Cultural Festivities
You’re in for a frosty treat! Minnesota’s winter wonders aren’t just about braving the cold; they’re about embracing it…
Halloween Pranks of Yesteryear Show Youthful Mischievousness
Halloween has long been associated with tricks and pranks, often of the harmless yet humorous variety. As Halloween is…
The Minnesotan Who Ushered In Prohibition on This Day in History
Over a century ago, Prohibition got teeth when President Woodrow Wilson signed the Volstead Act on October 28, 1919….
The Halloween Capital of the World: Anoka MN vs. Salem MA
The title of “Halloween Capital of the World” is claimed by two very different cities in the United States:…
Scariest Haunted Houses in Minnesota to Terrify You in 2023
The Scariest Haunted Houses in the Twin Cities in Minnesota. The best part of October is always Halloween. What…
Why is Minnesota the Land of 10,000 Lakes? How many lakes are there?
Minnesota is often referred to as the “Land of 10,000 lakes.” The North Star State didn’t just get the…