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Cannabis growing facility is now under construction on Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe tribal lands

Cannabis growing facility is now under construction on Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe tribal lands

The Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe has entered Minnesota’s cannabis growing industry. Mille Lacs Corporate Ventures, the corporate entity owned by the band, will operate the growing facility that’s estimated to open in the fall of 2024.
by Melissa Olson

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Visual symphony: Macalester hosts 'American Ledger'

Visual symphony: Macalester hosts 'American Ledger'

“American Ledger no. 1” is based on a visual score by Raven Chacon that tells the story of America using unconventional instruments including chopping wood and lighting matches.
by Alex V. Cipolle

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Camp Nenookaasi fire under investigation, Minneapolis fire officials say

Camp Nenookaasi fire under investigation, Minneapolis fire officials say

Two people were treated for minor burns and smoke inhalation at the encampment of unsheltered people, but no serious injuries or deaths were reported. The two-alarm fire burned quickly through tents and yurts.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox and Matt Sepic

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Review: ‘Hells Canyon’ at Theater Mu

Review: ‘Hells Canyon’ at Theater Mu

“Hells Canyon,” premiered by Theater Mu in Minneapolis, looks at a historical crime as a horror story set in a remote Oregon cabin, echoing the vibe of classics like “Evil Dead.”
by Jacob Aloi

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St. Paul teachers, district enter last scheduled talks as strike date nears

St. Paul teachers, district enter last scheduled talks as strike date nears

St. Paul teachers say they will strike on March 11 if they don’t reach a contract deal with Minnesota’s second largest district. Their final scheduled mediation session begins Friday. Both sides, though, expect mediation efforts to last through the weekend. 
by Elizabeth Shockman

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Child care closures renew worries around the economics of early learning

Child care closures renew worries around the economics of early learning

The University of St. Catherine’s decision to close its 93-year-old early childhood center is rekindling worries about the financial health of child care operations. Minnesota’s spending more but the needs and challenges are outrunning the new money.
by Kyra Miles

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