Category: Local Culture
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St. Paul Rotary Bringing Fireworks Back To St. Paul This July 4th
Public Independence Day fireworks are set to return to St. Paul this summer for the first time in years, as the St. Paul Rotary Club…
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Downtown St. Paul Landmark Downtowner Restaurant Closes After 38 Years
The longtime downtown St. Paul restaurant Downtowner Woodfire Grill permanently closed May 17 after nearly four decades in business, marking the end of an era…
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Grand Old Day Is A Reflection Of Our Past, A Display Of Our Present
“Grand Old Day is St. Paul’s marquee event — the day we show off everything our city and surrounding neighborhoods have to offer, all centered…
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Support 55 years of Free, Nonprofit Community News
The Community Reporter has been serving St. Paul for 55 years this July. For the first time in those 55 years, we’re venturing beyond St.…
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My Father’s Flag
Building Community The flag holder is now installed on one of the columns holding up the portico by our front door. It took a while.…
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Preventative Medical Tips, Part One or What Would Carl Do?
Carl “Mr. Positive” Bentson knew what to do. Not use public restrooms.
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From Arts Organizing To 42 Years In The Legislature, Sandy Pappas Readies For Retirement
For more than four decades, Senator Sandy Pappas helped shape both Minnesota policy and the physical landscape of St. Paul — from women’s workplace protections…
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Meet Your Neighbor: Jean
One thing that inspired me to contribute to The Community Reporter was the open conversations with colleagues and friends who have lived in their communities…
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West 7th / Fort Road Federation June 2026
16th Annual Garden Tour June 20th | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | 773 Chatsworth Ave S. Join us for the 2026 West End Neighbors’ Garden Tour. …
