Stories from May 23, 2026

'Long Leif' siblings go indoors as Detroit Lakes troll artist stages first museum exhibit 
For more than a decade, Danish recycling artist Thomas Dambo has scattered wooden troll sculptures around the world. He has created almost 200 in 19 countries. Now the poet and former hip-hop artist is now bringing a collection of fairy tale-inspired creations in from the cold for his first-ever museum exhibit.
Indigenous-led organization receives property from Minneapolis church as an act of reparation
Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in south Minneapolis is transferring ownership of a property to Indigenous-led organization, Indigenous Protector Movement. The two groups came together Friday afternoon for a ceremony and to sign documents in front of the community.
U of M researchers to study how forward-facing sonar could affect Minnesota fish
Also known as forward-facing sonar, the technology lets anglers spot and track fish in real time. A team of researchers will study whether live-imaging sonar changes catch rates and what the long-term effects could be for fish populations in Minnesota lakes.
Ask a Bookseller: ‘Scarlet Morning’ by ND Stevenson
Allie Cesmat of Changing Hands Bookshop in Tempe, Arizona recommends the middle grade fantasy novel “Scarlet Morning,” by ND Stevenson — an adventure story perfect for summer reading.
Warm-up on the way after spotty Saturday showers
Lingering clouds and spotty showers will keep northern Minnesota cooler Saturday before sunshine and rising temperatures return, kicking off a warmer Memorial Day weekend.
Duluth's iconic foam dome 'Flintstone House' hits the market
The foam-shell triple dome home, known locally as the “Flintstone House” or “Mushroom House” is for sale $369,999. Built in 1970, it was last for sale five years ago.