Can Minnesota Save Its Beloved Moose? Latest Count Shows Hurdles
Well folks, the annual moose survey results are here from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. The moose population…
Unraveling the Oddball Origins of Minnesota’s Funniest Town Names
As a born-and-bred Minnesotan, I’ll admit that I’ve become a bit desensitized to the utterly bizarre names that grace…
Why We Can’t Buy Cars on Sundays in Minnesota?
As a lifelong Minnesotan, I’ve just grown accustomed to car dealerships being closed on Sundays. But it can come…
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….
How to Make a Citizen’s Arrest in Minnesota – Safely and Legally
A citizen’s arrest is when a private citizen detains someone who has committed a crime in their presence. This…
How Did the Jolly Green Giant Become a Minnesota Icon? Tracing the History of the State’s Towering Mascot
You may have seen his smiling green face during a road trip in southern Minnesota, waving from billboards or…
Beyond Black Bears: Uncovering the Truth About Grizzlies in Minnesota’s Ancient Wilderness
While black bears are a familiar sight in Minnesota’s forests today, few realize that their larger, hump-shouldered cousins once…
Why Doesn’t Minnesota Require Emissions Testing For Cars Anymore?
Minnesotans who have lived in the state since the 1990s may recall having to get their vehicle’s emissions tested…
Why Minnesota Towns Are Opting to Incorporate?
As development pressures increase, rural Minnesota towns are facing tough decisions about their future. Incorporating as a city can…