Stories from May 27, 2023

Canoe team sets record-setting pace down the Mississippi River
The four canoers set out from the headwaters at Itasca State Park in Minnesota on May 10. They made their way south accompanied by a team of assistants who travelled alongside the canoe by boat and road.
Fixit culture is on the rise, but repair legislation faces resistance
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz recently signed comprehensive “right to repair” legislation into law, but such laws in other states are facing hurdles. The laws come as consumers show an increased interest in prolonging the life of the things they own, rather than throwing them out.
Dry Memorial Day weekend in most areas, Rain chance Monday in western Minnesota
There won’t be much weather drama in Minnesota or western Wisconsin this Memorial Day weekend. We have forecast details for this weekend and the coming week, plus a look at today’s fire danger map.
A pleasant, sun-splashed weekend
Our weekend weather should cooperate with most outdoor plans. We have the details for you.
Ask a Bookseller: 'Wandering Souls'
This week's recommendation comes from Emi Lim Morison of Country Bookshelf in Bozeman, Mo.
It’s mushroom foraging season in Minnesota. Are you out hunting yet?
The season to forage for morels in Minnesota is nearing its end, meaning this long weekend might be your last chance to look for them. But don’t worry — this is just the beginning.