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Stay active this winter with Minnesota-approved tips for ice fishing, snowshoeing, and indoor workouts to keep your body moving!

Winter Wellness: Minnesotans Share Ideas for Staying Active When It’s Cold Outside

A Minnesota woman vanished without a phone or vehicle—authorities are asking for your help in the ongoing search. Elizabeth Mead photo courtesy the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension.

ICYMI: Minnesota Woman Missing Since September—and You Could Help Solve the Case!

A daring SWAT operation in Minnesota ends with three arrests and disturbing ties to a dangerous drug cartel. Erling Holdahl, Kendra Johnson, and Richar Mujica mugshot photos courtesy of the Ramsey County Jail.

ICYMI: Three Minnesotans Charged in Kidnapping Linked to Dangerous Drug Cartel

A $12,000 hockey stick heist in Minnesota forced Mankato West to postpone a big game—after a bizarre early-morning theft caught on camera. Cole Saice mugshot photo courtesy St. Louis County Jail.

ICYMI: Minnesota Man Charged in $12,000 Hockey Stick Theft from Mankato West Team Bus

A 51-year-old Minnesota man vanished without a trace in November, and police now believe he could be in either Las Vegas or Omaha. Leroy Schmidt photo courtesy the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension.

ICYMI: Minnesota Man Missing Since November—Can You Help Solve This Mystery?

A Minnesota woman ran a $10 million drug operation from Mexico, coordinating massive shipments tied to the Sinaloa cartel. Macalla Lee Knott mugshot photo courtesy the Becker County Jail.

ICYMI: Minnesota Woman Sentenced for Masterminding a Shocking $10 Million Drug Ring

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From German potato pancakes to Swiss raclette, the Minneapolis Christkindl Market is bringing festive cheer and global flavors to Minnesota.

Minneapolis Becomes Destination for Holiday Lovers with Three Magical Christmas Markets!

Pumpkin picking, corn mazes, and cider galore—explore the best pumpkin patches in the Twin Cities and find your perfect fall adventure!

Pumpkin Patch Adventures: The Best Spots in the Minneapolis and St. Paul Metro Area 2024

Happy family at Minnesota State Fair. Get ready to be amazed by fascinating facts and fun stats about the Minnesota State Fair that you won’t believe are real!

Uff Da! Betcha Don’t Know These Fascinating and Fun Facts About the Minnesota State Fair!

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Weird and Wonderful Things in the Twin Cities

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Minnesotans are reporting mysterious drones that vanish when spotted - similar to those in New Jersey. What’s really in the sky?

ICYMI: Mysterious Drones Appear Over Minnesota – Residents Report Unsettling Sightings!

Unravel three spine-chilling (and totally true) Amish ghost stories that blend folklore with the supernatural!

Spooky Amish Ghost Stories: Spine-Chilling and True Tales from Rural Communities!

Ready to explore spine-tingling haunts across America? Uncover the eerie stories behind the most haunted places in every state!

Ghostly Getaways: Discover the Most Haunted Places in Every State – If You Dare!

More Than Just Jucy Lucys and Tater Tot Hotdish!

Minneapolis is so much more than just jucy lucys and tater tot hotdish (although both are pretty amazing)! Read articles about: Twin Cities Culture | Events | Food & Restaurants | History | People of the Twin Cities | State and National Parks

When the polar vortex shifts, it doesn’t just freeze your pipes—it’s a sign of global warming in action.

What Is the Polar Vortex? This Is How It Can Turn Minnesota Winters Into a Freeze Fest!

A Minnesota teen is leaving behind football and rap music to embrace his destiny as a Buddhist lama in the Himalayas.

ICYMI: From Minnesota Football Field to Himalayan Monastery: Teen to Become Buddhist Lama

A breathtaking new video from northern Minnesota gives a rare, up-close look at the elusive lynx—don’t miss this viral sensation!

MUST SEE: Viral Video Captures Rare, Stunning Lynx Footage in Northern Minnesota!

There’s Even More to Explore in Minnesota!

Looking for specific travel guides or news from a Minnesota city? Check out the articles below…

Duluth
Minnesota (statewide)
Moorhead
Northern Minnesota (region)
Rochester
St. Cloud
Southern Minnesota (region)
Winona

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