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Lifestyle

Revolution and the demise of the protest song

Revolution and the demise of the protest song

According to music critic Dorian Lynskey, protest music isn't what it used to be. In his new book, "33 Revolutions Per Minute," Lynskey looks at some of the best-known protest songs from Billie Holiday to Green Day.

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Boating industry hoping recent sales increases a sign of a rebound

Boating industry hoping recent sales increases a sign of a rebound

Sales of new boats, outboard engines, trailers and accessories have fallen for at least five consecutive years in Minnesota, but the state's boating industry is hoping a slowly improving economy will help sales rebound this year.
by Martin Moylan

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Soldiers honored in ceremony at Fort Snelling National Cemetery

Soldiers honored in ceremony at Fort Snelling National Cemetery

Hundreds of people turned out Monday morning to mark Memorial Day at Fort Snelling National Cemetery in Minneapolis. Speakers included Senators Amy Klobuchar and Al Franken, as well as Gov. Mark Dayton.
by Tim Nelson

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New synthetic drug growing popular in Winona

A new synthetic drug is becoming more popular in Winona, raising concerns for local authorities who worry that a recent state law outlawing the drug might not go far enough in stemming its use.

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Minn. Veterans Homes hold Memorial Day observances

Minnesota Veterans Homes in Hastings, Silver Bay, Fergus Falls, Minneapolis and Luverne are holding Memorial Day observances Monday to honor those who died serving the U.S.

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A cabin in the woods

A cabin in the woods

Author Sarah Stonich spent 10 years building a cabin "smaller than Thoreau's." In her new book, Stonich examines her desire to recreate her own childhood memories and provide a sense of place for her son.

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A bug's life... and death

A bug's life... and death

Memorial Day weekend is the official start to camping season. Alongside the beautiful scenery comes a threat to millions of Minnesota trees. Hear what experts are doing to fight gypsy moths, emerald ash borers and other bugs.

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