Ask a 'sotan: How much does it cost to clean a lake of pollution?August 27, 2019 12:30 PMBy Sara Porter and Matt MikusWe're asking folks at the State Fair what they're most curious about, then asking folks around MPR to find the answer. Here’s a question close to many Minnesotans’ hearts.
Ask a 'sotan: Does Minnesota really have more shoreline than California?August 26, 2019 2:00 PMBy Matt MikusA curious fairgoer wants to know. It turns out, one programmer from Minnesota found the answer.
Ask a 'sotan: How many craft breweries can our state handle without closures?August 26, 2019 11:30 AMBy Matt MikusDoes it seem like we're at max brewpub? Not quite, says John Garland, deputy editor of The Growler Magazine.
Ask a 'sotan: How many fish species are there in Minnesota?August 22, 2019 12:23 PMBy Matt MikusWe’re collecting questions from audience members at the State Fair about what they’re most curious about. One question we received: How many types of fish are in Minnesota?
Ask a 'sotan: How racially diverse is Minnesota?June 3, 2019 4:00 AMBy Matt Mikus and Andi EgbertA Minnesotan answers an audience question about the diversity of state's population.
Ask a 'sotan: Why can't Minnesota voters bring an issue to the ballot?May 17, 2019 4:00 AMBy Matt MikusWhy can't Minnesota voters petition to put a law or constitutional amendment on the ballot? It's not for lack of trying.
Ask a 'sotan: How can I be a better neighbor this winter?February 14, 2019 9:42 AMBy Matt MikusWe asked Minnesotans from around the state for ideas on how to help your neighborhood when the snow banks pile up and the big chill settles in.
Ask a 'sotan: How did George Hormel, grandfather of Spam, get to Minnesota?January 24, 2019 4:00 PMBy Matt MikusHormel, the company that brought the world Spam (the eating kind) and other meaty meals, makes its home in Austin, Minn. The writings of a young George Hormel reveal just why this international food giant ended up here.
Ask a 'sotan: How many lakes in Minnesota have their native language name?August 17, 2018 1:16 PMBy Matt MikusHave you ever wondered if a lake name is inspired by a native language?