Pursuing Happiness

Building Community She stood on the side of the road with a small child on her back and one at her side. The sign read,…
Enjoy the Sunshine… Safely

Summer is here and the days are long. Now is the time to enjoy the outdoors and go for walks, play sports, meet up with…
Mr. Positive is ill, part two

OK, here’s what we know about neighborhood treasure Carl Bentson’s health and well-being from part one. He was diagnosed with stage–4 esophageal cancer at the…
“The War That Saved My Life” is heart wrenching, masterful

A few weeks ago I found myself in a reading slump, and although Goodreads still has me many books behind on my reading schedule (don’t…
Summertime is a great time for kids to explore the library

We have some fun and exciting free activities for youth happening at the St. Paul Public Library this summer. Kids ages 12 and under can…
Thank you for being a good neighbor

Hello Community Reporter Readers, My name is Saura Jost, I am your Ward 3 St. Paul City Councilmember. I am a mom and an engineer…
An Alternative Path

Riding or hiking along the banks of the Mississippi is one of the delights and benefits of having Crosby Farm Regional Park in our backyard.…
Why I Stood on a Chair and Shouted at the Riverview Corridor Open House

Way back in 2013, I was walking around the St. Paul downtown skyway looking for some lunch. During my walk, I ran across a table…
Cultivating Creativity: How Minnesota’s 2023 Legislature is Investing in the Arts

Minnesota’s vibrant arts scene is a cornerstone of our St. Paul identity. From the Ordway Center for the Arts to Teatro del Pueblo, and Penumbra…