Lifestyle

Ranchers say expanding herds to take advantage of record retail beef prices isn’t so simple
South Dakota rancher Calli Williams wants to benefit from high beef prices, but it's not so simple. She and her husband have faced challenges like drought, limited grass for grazing, and rising land costs.
‘Dumpling Passport’ takes you on a delightful culinary journey through St. Paul
Imagine a world where eating enough dumplings wins you a pair of socks. That’s a reality in St. Paul, where the city’s tourism bureau, has a “Dumpling Passport” — rewarding check-ins at 34 restaurants across the city.
Dating is difficult: Why it's not working like it used to
MPR News host Angela Davis revisits a conversation with a dating coach and a therapist to break down the challenges of modern dating — and provide advice for what you can do to make it easier.
Minnesota beaches are closed due to bacteria, toxic algae. Here's where and what to look for.
As the weather gets hotter and more humid, it’s tempting to take a dip into the nearest body of water to cool off. But several Minnesota beaches have seen a rise in bacteria levels that can make people or animals sick. 
West Nile virus detected in mosquitoes across Twin Cities metro
The Metropolitan Mosquito Control District reported that Culex tarsalis mosquitoes, which are primarily responsible for the human transmission of West Nile virus, are present in some of the highest numbers ever recorded for July.