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This weekend the Star Tribune pronounced Osmo Vanska "Artist of the Year" - scroll down and click to read the story, as well as profiles for some mighty fine runners-up...
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A St. Paul author's biography of Earhart is timely as scientists study bone chips that may have been the missing pilot's.
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- Mary Ann Grossmann, Pioneer Press
A list that aims to shape our culture
Twenty tales by American writers under the age of 40.
- Frank Bures, Star Tribune
Dance
Artist of the year runner-up: Morgan Thorson
Thorson made quite an impression in 2010.
- Caroline Palmer, Star Tribune
Music
Artist of the year: Osmo Vånskå
Osmo Vanska has raised the Minnesota Orchestra's profile as one of the best bands in the world.
- Graydon Royce, Star Tribune
Theater
A remarkable constellation of actors, plays and theaters made it a hallmark year for black women on Twin Cities stages.
- Rohan Preston, Star Tribune
Artist of the year runner-up: Randy Reyes
In 2010, Reyes blossomed as a lead actor and as a director.
- Graydon Royce, Star Tribune
Artist of the year runner-up: Joel Sass
Longtime fans will recall when Sass made magic happen with a packet of fake blood and four colored lights.
- Graydon Royce, Star Tribune
