Join us as Appetites travels in Greater Minnesota to four locations across the state. All Things Considered host Tom Crann talks with four different local “foodies” to bring you hyper-local, regional food & drink news, trends, reviews, flavors, recipes and advice!
Join us in Bemidji, Minn. on May 25th with guest Keng Dechawuth, owner Tara Thai Bemidji. Keng will share his recipe for Spicy Mushroom Laab.
The event is free, but spots are limited and registration is required. RSVP Today!
“Save for a small stretch south of Lake Superior, the border between Wisconsin is defined by a few powerful rivers. During the spring, the waterways that wind along the length of Minnesota’s eastern edge carry melting snow downstream, making for lively waterfalls and refreshing scenery.”
Here is a roundup of public lands for your next adventure.
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When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, backyard sauna building took off in the state. Now a growing number of self-described “saunapreneurs” in Minnesota are helping take the experience to the masses.
The first two bison babies of the year were born at Minneopa State Park in Mankato. They were born Tuesday night, said Park Manager Ashlee Steevens.
She said there are 15 cows eligible to calf this spring.
“We've had some (give birth) in mid April in the past, but this is the typical time. They often wait until May.”
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Become a member of MPR: Start your monthly donation at $15/month or make a one-time gift of $180 to receive a Minnesota State Parks vehicle permit as our thanks.
The Current honors Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a playlist that includes contributions from Minnesota musicians plus their personal reflections about the music!
Learn more about the artists with Asian and Pacific Islander backgrounds and listen online.
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Early May means it’s time for The Scouting Report, a monthly list of 10 Minnesota artists with exciting new projects, as curated by The Current’s local music team.
Check out 10 Minnesota artists with exciting new projects, including Proper-T, Barlow, FruitPunchLoverBoy, Malina Moye, Sweet and Lonely, Sarah Morris and more.
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May marks Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, which celebrates the histories of Americans hailing from across the Asian continent and from the Pacific islands of Melanesia, Micronesia and Polynesia.
36-year-old Jackie Rahm Little now faces federal arson charges. He was taken into custody Saturday night in Mankato, according to the U.S. Attorney’s office.
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