Origin Story, Part the Third: Native Lands

For eight thousand years the Dakota navigated the waterways of our state in their dugout canoes. This network of streams and rivers was created by…
Happy as a Clam

West seventh All-Star cab driver, William “Texan” Dubois is a happy man. Ever-wise, calm, alert and ready. Knows who he is and what he is…
Take The Great Park Walk with the St. Paul Parks Conservancy

This summer, celebrate St. Paul’s incredible parks by exploring 20 parks at your own pace. The newly published Parks & People historical coloring book highlights…
Ramsey County Downtown Service Center Reopens With Expanded Services, Upgraded Space

After seven months of renovations, Ramsey County’s Downtown Service Center has reopened in a newly upgraded office just a few doors down from its previous…
St. Paul Downtown Development Corporation Working to Acquire Alliance Bank Center

The St. Paul Downtown Development Corporation (SPDDC) announced it has purchased the bank note for the former Alliance Bank Center building, located at 55 5th…
City of St. Paul Reopens Downpayment Assistance Programs, Expands Inheritance Fund

Programs will award a total $2 million for residents who meet income and asset limit qualifications or are direct descendants of the Rondo and West…
Keystone’s Farmers Markets Are Back This Summer

Keystone Community Services announced the return of its Free Farmers Market drive-through events this summer, offering fresh, healthy produce to all community members—no registration required.…
Raspberry Island Welcomes Colorful, Whimsical Alebrijes for the Summer

Raspberry Island welcomed 16 new inhabitants last month when Alebrijes: Keepers of the Island moved in. The new exhibit, which runs through October 26 features…
Thoughts and Prayers Continue to Not Be Enough

By Jonathan Dickman, MD, PhD Back in 2022 I wrote in this column how “thoughts and prayers” were not going to be enough to solve…