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Lifestyle

Common tax myths

Common tax myths

Avoid paying too much for taxes this year by knowing the rules of the tax code and expanded opportunities for credits. Personal finance guru Sandra Block fills us in on common tax preparation misconceptions and mistakes.

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Grain Belt Brewery introduces new beer

Grain Belt Brewery introduces new beer

More than 150 beer distributors are expected in northeast Minneapolis Tuesday and Wednesday as the company that owns Grain Belt rolls out a new beer named after the area.
by Sunny Thao

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Damaged river bridge near Brainerd to be replaced

The Minnesota Department of Transportation plans to replace the Highway 10 Bridge over the Mississippi River by the end of this year's construction season.

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Minn. bill makes basement brewing legal

Home drink brewers in Minnesota can now sell their concoctions to the public.

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Mpls. council could expand outdoor food vending

Some Minneapolis city council members are pushing for the passage of an ordinance that will increase the number of food vendors on downtown streets this summer.
by Brandt Williams

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The challenge: Ride your bike every day in April

The challenge: Ride your bike every day in April

Zacharias Schaap and Patrick Stephenson launched 30daysofbiking.com as a challenge to two-wheelers everywhere to ride their bicycles at least once a day, every day for the month of April.
by Madeleine Baran

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St. Paul parks see high demand for spring break programs

Thousands of Twin Cities children are on spring break this week, and many are spending their time off at recreation centers while their parents work.
by Elizabeth Dunbar

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Application deadline for moose hunting permits is May 7

Hunters who want the rare chance to hunt a moose in northeastern Minnesota this fall have until May 7 to apply.

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Target Field -- how's the food?

Target Field -- how's the food?

The Twins' move across town to Target Field is providing an opportunity for Twin Cities restaurants to reach a new audience. Along with traditional stadium fare, the new ballpark also features different and more upscale choices.
by Jessica Mador

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Slideshow: First game at Target Field

Slideshow: First game at Target Field

Target Field, the new ballpark in downtown Minneapolis, hosted its first game Saturday afternoon, when the University of Minnesota Gophers played Louisiana Tech. More than 37,000 fans came to check out the new digs.

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