I'm just a regular Minnesota guy that grew up on the north-side of the Cities (Fridley), spent some quality time at the U of M, chill on the weekends at the family cabin near Duluth, bleed Vikings purple, and miss the North Stars. I have a short attention span; and enjoy Eric Church, Johnny Cash, Zac Brown, Kid Rock, Pink Floyd, 80s hair bands, coffee, beer, scotch, and long sunset walks on the beach. (One of those isn't true.) I'm a two-time cancer survivor now (Colorectal 2002, Kidney 2014), and know that life is damn short -- so by all means we should be playing as hard and as often as we can. I think that's it. (Did I mention that I have a short attention span?)
Pete Hanson
Minneapolis Ranks #1 as Most Kid-Friendly City in the U.S.
Every year LendingTree pours over the data to determine which cities in America are the most kid-friendly, and for 2023, Minneapolis is at the top of the list.
Cheers! Minnesota Among Top States for Beer Lovers
Minnesota has nearly 200 craft breweries, with Summit Brewing in Saint Paul being the largest, but what makes Minnesota great for beer lovers?
Minnesota vs. Wisconsin: Here’s the Difference?
Finally, a video that spells out the differences (and similarities) between Minnesota and Wisconsin. I'm sure this will stir up a few comments.
Air Quality Alert Issued for Central & Southern Minnesota
The Minnesota PCA has issued an Air Quality Alert for a large portion of central and southern Minnesota in effect from noon Tuesday through 8:00 pm Tuesday night.
No Way It’s True: Website Calls this Central MN Town ‘Worst Place to Live in Minnesota’
Sure, there's positives and negatives to everything (or everywhere), but is this really the worst place to live in Minnesota?
Minnesota Nice: How Rude Are We Compared to Other States?
It appears that 'Minnesota nice' is alive and well, and so is 'Hawaii Nice' and 'Vermont Nice,' especially if you ask Minnesotans, Hawaiians, or Vermonters.
As Minnesota’s Summer Nears, Tips to Prevent Child Drownings
Summer in Minnesota is a time for gathering, fun, celebrating, and the joyous splashing and giggling of kids in the water. Here are tips to keep them safe.
What to Know About Minnesota’s 2023 Fishing Opener This Weekend
Few days in Minnesota are celebrated like the opening weekend of the fishing season.
This Minnesota Swimming Hole Named Among Best in U.S.
The Travel Channel rolled off its list of the 'Top Swimming Holes in America' -- and Minnesota spot made America's Top-10 the list.
Minnesota Ranked Among the Best States for Camping
The bean counters at Love Lawn have poured over the data to determine the best states for camping in America -- and Minnesota is among the best!