Mr. Positive is ill

I’ve driven by Carl Bentson‘s St. Clair State Fair House every day for 30 years. Like so many others, I have to. To right-start my…
What Really Matters?

I’m stepping away from my sixteen-year involvement with the Community Reporter in the midst of my grief over the death of Miriam, my partner in…
Riverview planning rolls to next phase

The Riverview Corridor Policy Advisory Committee (PAC) approved exploring three prospective plans for enhanced transit connections along West 7th on February 29. All three options,…
New Metaphysical Apothecary, Potions and Pebbles, opens on West 7th

“I’ve always wanted a witch store since I was, like, 15,” said Angelique Hanschen. “I tried to convince my mom to quit her job and…
St. Patrick’s Day Parade marches back to Downtown

Hundreds of revelers came out for the “Greatest St. Patrick’s Day parade in the nation” on March 16. Despite the blustery cold, people lined the…
GAP creative writers share mini memoirs

This month, GAP Creative Writing students were challenged to write a memoir in under 250 words, having to pack lots of detail and feelings into…
Lack of snow creates opportunities, challenges for the business of snow removal

First, some good news. St. Paul hasn’t had a snow emergency yet in the 2023-24 snow season. In fact, the region has seen just over…
Little Brazil offers a taste of home for owner, patrons

With a market full of Brazilian food and a cafe serving traditional dishes and coffee, Little Brazil is a little taste of home for owner…
House of Thune takes second at national snow sculpting competition

St. Paul snow sculpting collective House of Thune had a busy February, placing second at the National Snow Sculpting Championship in Lake Geneva, Wis. and…