How Cascade Reading changes how we see the written word
The way we view the printed word hasn't changed since the Middle Ages. It's always been a left justified wall of text, filling a page.
Meet St. Paul's Sarah Schuler, one of the world's fastest puzzlers
The fastest puzzlers in the world just battled it out in Spain at the World Jigsaw Puzzle Championship. Among them was a puzzle pro from St. Paul, Sarah Schuler.
LITT Pinball Bar transforms old Liquor Lyle's space on Hennepin Avenue
The new location on Hennepin in the old Liquor Lyle's space is about three times bigger — with a larger bar, more seating, expanded food options and 46 pinball machines, nearly twice as many as before.
Lakeville North, Minneapolis North face off in go kart contest meant to inspire passion in trade programs
The go-karts will be centered around the new 740cc NorthStar EFI engine, which isn't even available to the public yet.
"Floating it Forward" program helps get seniors in Waconia out on the water
It's a trip which brings back timeless memories for Rita Roers and fellow resident Joel Wenz.
Anoka County man hoping to break record for growing heaviest pumpkin...again
He has squashed the record twice. Now, a pumpkin farmer in Anoka County is at it again.
Bethel University college student working to complete five degrees
One St. Paul college student is stacking up consecutive semesters and building passions while earning multiple degrees.
Artist Marlena Myles' "We are on Dakota Land" bus tours stirring interest, emotions
"I'm just really appreciative that people are listening. I don't think my grandmother's era, I don't think anybody would have listened to her. Like a thing like this wouldn't have happened during her time," Marlena Myles said.
Alpaca from Wisconsin farm surprises baristas at Starbucks drive-thru
A Wisconsin farm is going viral after its owner and one of her alpacas visited a Starbucks drive-thru.
Five Watt leads composting efforts in the local beverage business
Every year, 50 billion coffee cups end up in landfills in the U.S. Most paper cups can't be recycled, but newer technology allows for compostable paperboard cups made from raw materials that meet forest management standards and can withstand boiling water.
Top Shipt shopper surpasses 20,000 deliveries, but always stops to make connections
It's not unusual to find a 21-year-old who loves shopping, but one young Minneapolis woman is all about shopping for others. She's set a record in the process.
How virtual reality is being used to treat fears, phobias and anxiety
This form of therapy already has a success rate of between 66% to 90% in treating PTSD. Ellie Mental Health also incorporates VR in everyday therapy sessions to put clients at ease.
Frank Imholte, Nat'l Auction Association Hall of Fame inductee, proud to see family following in his footsteps
For over 40 years, Frank Imholte has sold it all in the real estate and personal property auction business: farm machinery, tools, antiques, guns, furniture. He likes to joke that he's in the precious metals business as he sells a lot of pots and pans.
Nikkolette's Macarons offers a lighter food option for fairgoers
There are plenty of fried, dipped and heavy foods to choose from at the Minnesota State Fair. If you're looking for something lighter, Nikkolette's Macarons is now at the fair for the very first time.
Ferguson's Minnesota Harvest in Jordan looks forward to 2nd season open
Just southwest of the Twin Cities in Jordan, a local orchard is looking to build an experience around picking, eating and drinking Minnesota apples.