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Holding harvested marigold blossoms, farmer and educator Maddy Bartsch said, “We’re land stewards really, those of us who are working to develop our local fiber system.”

Three Rivers Fibershed connects people with local fiber

Marigolds, hollyhocks, cosmos, and black eyed Susans. These are just a few of the late-summer flowers bursting into bloom right now. While many are cutting them for bouquets, farmer Maddy Bartsch is …

The Green Line Extension crosses the Kenilworth Channel on a bridge and then dips underground to travel under Cedar Lake Parkway. (Photo by Tesha M. Christensen)

Constructing a tunnel

The Kenilworth Tunnel is expected to be complete in the first quarter of 2025. On July 31, 2024, Met Transit reached a major milestone when the lowest element of the tunnel was done. In September, …

Ericsson resident Jessica Wyn Miller (right), an entomologist, leads a Bug Club adventure into the world of bugs near her Minnehaha Creek-side home. She has found that her work as an artist intersects with insects.“I got excited for aquatic insects when I found out they reflect the health of a water,

She hated bugs – so she decided to become an entomologist

Jessica Miller still shrieks sometimes when a spider jumps on her, but the south Minneapolis environmental entomologist has found that makes her more approachable when she’s teaching classes on …

Joel Albers and Eric Johnson, both Seward residents, are working to save the historic Bethany Church from being demolished. They think the community will regret destroying a historic structure.

Activists rally to save historic Seward Church

For 70 years, Eric Johnson has lived in the shadow of Bethany Church, but that shadow may soon disappear if the building’s current owner, Augsburg University, moves ahead with plans to demolish …

What can one person do to help birds avoid collisions with windows? Close your curtains at night, especially during the migration season, to reduce light spread. Make sure outdoor light is directed downward and use minimally. And consider using window markings.

Make the Twin Cities more bird-friendly

Cradling the Mississippi River on either side, the Twin Cities are a critical, yet hazardous, resting place for migrating birds. An estimated 40 million birds migrated through the Mississippi River …

How accurate are fitness trackers? A comparison of Fitbit, Garmin, Apple, Oura, and Withings

Guava Health explores the accuracy of fitness trackers by Fitbit, Garmin, Apple, Oura, and Withings.

Save Yourself From Spam and Scams

(NAPSI)—When your phone rings—don’t answer it. At least, not unless you’ve a good idea of who’s calling. After all, your phone is like your house. You deserve to know whom to let in. …

Highest-earning poker players of all time

BestOdds compiled a ranking of the highest-earning poker players of all time using data from The Hendon Mob. Winnings are inflation-adjusted.

The FAFSA rollout mess hurt low-income students the most

Economic Hardship Reporting Project and Teen Vogue detail how the late rollout of the new Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is impacting prospective college students

Plants and their pollinators are increasingly out of sync

Grist reports on how, as global temperatures rise and seasons shift, bees and other pollinators are missing critical connections with flowers and crops.

How preferred communication methods vary in different countries

Spokeo examined how preferred communication methods vary around the world using Meta and Gallup's State of Social Connections study.

New caffeinated drinks are hitting restaurants. Do you know how much caffeine is too much?

Do you know how much caffeine is in the drink you just bought? Top Nutrition Coaching crunched the numbers to illustrate the reality under the lid.

5 biggest US presidential election upsets since 1872

ATS.io compiled and ranked the five biggest poll-defying U.S. presidential election upsets since 1872 using data from Sports Odds History.

Give Life Foundation Establishing the World’s Largest Marrow Transplant Registry in India

(NewsUSA) - Individuals in India seeking life-saving bone marrow transplants have a new source of hope. Dr. Bart S. Fisher, Chairman of the Give Life Foundation, twice Nobel Prize nominee in Peace …

Satellite Internet Helps Small Businesses Stay Connected During Hurricane Season

(NewsUSA) - This year, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicts an 85% chance of an above-normal Atlantic hurricane season. So far, this has held true with storms Beryl …

Shop.able Carriers Offer Easy-to-Recycle Option for Transporting Groceries

(NewsUSA) - Cutting back on single-use plastic is trending across America. A recent Ipsos survey indicates that 81 percent of American consumers support the increase of reusable packaging and that …

Reap the Rewards of Shared Family Meals

(Family Features) Addressing the epidemic of loneliness can be as easy as sharing one more meal with family members each week. This National Family Meals Month, commit yourself to reaping the benefits of shared meals.

5 Reasons Family Meals are a Recipe for Success

(Family Features) Address the epidemic of loneliness by joining the Family Meals Movement and sharing a meal with friends and family today.

Combat the Epidemic of Loneliness by Eating Together

(Family Features) According to the U.S. Surgeon General, Americans face a lack of social connection that poses a significant risk to individual health and longevity.

Talking lawn care with U of M

People are getting back into our yards and gardens, with pent-up demand following a long winter. University of Minnesota Extension Educator Jon Trappe has tips for yards that accomplish multiple …

A rain barrel collects roof runoff so you can save the rainwater for later use. Reroute downspouts away from pavement and onto grass, a rain barrel or a rain garden. (Photo courtesy of the University of Minnesota Extension)

A watershed moment

What is a watershed? What is our local watershed called? Where does it begin and end? What is the largest watershed in the U.S.? According to board chair of the League of …

Larry LaVercombe is a writer, filmmaker, and activist, born in Detroit and arrived in Minneapolis in 1975. He lived in a treehouse in San Diego before getting an MFA from the USC Film School. He writes most days, and as Team Larry he has been selling residential real estate in Minneapolis for 26 years.

How real estate agent commissions will now affect us

You’ve heard, I’m sure, about the court ruling and the decision by the National Association of Realtors: Buyer’s agents will no longer receive a “standardized” 2.7% …

Recycle your left-over paint with PaintCare

Did you know there’s an option for recycling leftover paint in Minnesota? That’s right, recycling, not just disposing of leftover paint. Since 2014, the non-profit PaintCare has been …

Patricia Neal works with children to tend their neighborhood sponsored garden.

Local model for an urban CSA

“Four years ago, I realized we needed a model for an urban CSA,” says Craig Neal, founder and chief gardener of the Neighborhood Sponsored Garden (NSG) located in a backyard on Beard Ave. …

Cook up kitchen safety

(BPT) - Frying bacon, broiling marinated chicken, straining boiling pasta — what do they have in common? In the past, these activities could cause steam or smoke to set off the smoke alarm …

A college admissions checklist for parents

(BPT) - College admissions season is here. Parents of high school seniors, are you and your student ready? There are a lot of to-dos and deadlines to keep track of during this important and exciting …

Leaves are falling, but your risk for pneumococcal disease may still be high—get vaccinated to help protect yourself

(BPT) - The flavors of fall are often what make the season so special — they bring us together and remind us to slow down and smell the spices. That’s why it’s the perfect time to …

Free technology program offers a communication lifeline for the deafblind

(BPT) - The ability to communicate and connect with other human beings is central to life. For those who are deafblind, even simple communication can be a major hurdle, especially from a distance. …

Pursuing next-generation solutions targeting non-small cell lung cancer

(BPT) - Do you or a loved one have non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) with epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) mutations? We get it, that's a mouthful. But if you know, you know.What you might …

Throw a Party Like a Pro

(Family Features) Before gathering your crew for your next event, make a plan to ensure you get to enjoy the day as fully as your guests.

Volunteering Together to Build Friendships and Strengthen Bonds

(Family Features) As people age, many social avenues from earlier phases of life, such as school and work, no longer exist and making friends can be difficult. Experts suggest volunteering as a beneficial way to make friends and improve social well-being.

Volunteering Together: Building friendships and strengthening bonds

(Family Features) As people age, many social avenues from earlier phases of life, such as school and work, no longer exist and making friends can be difficult. Experts suggest volunteering as a beneficial way to make friends and improve social well-being.

From tea bags to cinnamon, survey reveals favorite hacks for making a garden grow

King commissioned a poll of 2,000 US adults to dig deep into their gardening habits, including unusual methods they employ to help their gardens thrive.

Learn More for Less

(NAPSI)—Here’s good news for students and their parents: Whether in college or grade school, you can save money on Internet essentials and installation fees. While free Internet access is …

San Diego is the happiest city in America (but LA is one of the unhappiest)—see where other cities rank

Hims breaks down the happiest cities in America and the factors that most influenced this ranking.

"100 Reasons to Celebrate" with Sabrina Brier

(BPT) - This year, Zales celebrates 100 years of inspiring style through a commitment to provide beautifully designed and crafted on-trend fine jewelry.To celebrate, the brand teamed up with actress …

Champions reveal their secrets to smooth summer skin

(BPT) - If you struggle to maintain smooth skin, free from unwanted hair all summer long, you might wonder how champions from a Team USA athlete to a top dermatologist manage it.Team USA track and …

Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation's Quality of Life Grants Program: $44 million in grants, and counting

(BPT) - Over a quarter of a century, $44 million in grants have been awarded to more than 3,800 projects across the U.S. that contribute to the quality of life for people living with paralysis. …

History of third-party votes in US presidential elections

Stacker examined the history and challenges of third parties in U.S. presidential races using data from the Federal Election Commission, Pew Research, and other sources.

How four cities are cooling down creatively

Reasons to be Cheerful reports that cities around the world are trying everything from reflective paint to underground water channels to manage the hotter days ahead.

More people are talking about executive dysfunction—but what exactly is it?

Tile compiled research to take a closer look at the causes of executive dysfunction and how people dealing with it can manage its effects.

Can silver help reduce carbon emissions? How this precious metal plays a role in a sustainable future.

SD Bullion researched the role of silver in reducing carbon pollution as part of the green economy's sustainable initiatives using various sources.

Can weight loss meds silence food noise?

Hone Health explains what doctors and dietitians are saying about popular anti-obesity drugs and what they can and can't do to minimize the munchies.