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
Restaurants Opening Soon, Where to Dine Outdoors in Central MN
With Minnesota bars and restaurants opening Monday for outdoor seating, we thought it would be a good time to take a look at the best spots in for outdoor dining.
I’m Wearing a Mask in Public: Are You? [POLL]
I am wearing a mask when in public. It doesn't hurt that I have a cool Minnesota Vikings mask that my mother-in-law made for me.
Severe Storms Possible This Afternoon & Evening
The National Weather Services says severe storms are possible across portions of Central Minnesota this afternoon and evening.
Are the Gnats Driving Anyone Else Crazy this Spring?
The black flies, or gnats, are absolutely terrible this spring in Minnesota.
Vegas Sets Vikings as NFC North Favorites, Super Bowl Contenders
Las Vegas oddsmakers have set the Minnesota Vikings as the 2020 favorite to prevail as NFC North Champions.
Win ‘Luke in Your Living Room’ with These 2 Easy Steps
Want to know how you could win an exclusive performance and Q&A with Luke Bryan just for you and ten of your friends? Just follow these two easy steps.
5 Other Times the MN State Fair was Canceled
The coronavirus has forced the cancellation of the 2020 Minnesota State Fair, just the sixth time in the event's history that the gates will remain closed.
Severe Weather Risk Today
The National Weather Service says there's a marginal risk of severe weather across Central Minnesota today.
The 100 Deadliest Days on Minnesota Roads Begin this Weekend
Traditionally, the 100 deadliest days on Minnesota roads are between Memorial Day and Labor Day -- and unfortunately, 2019 was no exception.
Stearns County Fair Canceled for 2020
The Stearns County Fair Association announced this morning that 2020 Stearns County Fair has been canceled due to concerns over the coronavirus pandemic.
Minnesota State Fair Confirms Tim McGraw Grandstand Postponement
Following Tim McGraw's announcement that he was cancelling his 2020 tour, the Minnesota State Fair has announced that his show has been postponed until 2021.
Memorial Day Weekend Forecast for Central Minnesota
It won't be a total washout by any means, but having some indoor plans would also be a good idea.