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The Amazing Story Of How Minnesota Got Its 10,000 Lakes

July 5, 2024September 24, 2025

Minnesota is famous for its many lakes. You see lakes on everything from license plates to butter packages. Even…

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Unlocking the Minnesota Accent: Origins, Myths, and Where to Hear It

Unlocking the Minnesota Accent: Origins, Myths, and Where to Hear It

March 16, 2024December 28, 2025

One of the most recognizable and distinct accents in America is the so-called “Minnesota accent” or “Upper Midwest dialect.”…

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Are there sharks in the great lakes?

Are There Really Sharks in Lake Superior or Michigan? Unlikely, But Not Impossible

February 26, 2024January 2, 2026

Rumors of shark sightings in the massive freshwater lakes of the Midwest have circulated for years. I’ve spent a…

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Did Minneapolis Introduce Grey Squirrels to Kill Red Squirrels?

How Gray Squirrels Conquered Minneapolis: A Century-Old Tale

January 18, 2024December 28, 2025

Take a stroll through a Minneapolis park and you’ll almost certainly encounter bold, bushy-tailed gray squirrels. They may beg…

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What is Minnesota known for? 30 things you didn’t know!

May 17, 2023September 24, 2025

If you’re wondering to yourself, “What is Minnesota known for?”, then take a seat because this Minnesota native has…

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I used to sit at home thinking I couldn't afford to take a vacation. Then I changed my mindset. Now I spend my weekends on the road DayTripping through Minnesota, the Midwest and beyond.

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Warm Indoor Attractions In Mnnesota For Winter: 9 Museums And Aquariums To Visit
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Minnesota in Fall 2025: 28 Can’t-Miss Activities, Events, and Scenic Drives
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Best Hayrides in Minnesota: Haunted Thrills and Family Rides for Fall 2025
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9 Best Things to Do at Maplewood State Park in Minnesota
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Nine State Parks Near Duluth That’ll Change How You See the North Shore
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20 Best Hikes Near Minneapolis and St Paul 2025
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Surprising Activities You’ll Love in Victoria, MN This Year
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Fun Things to do in Burnsville Minnesota in 2025
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