Feature Story
A Five-Decade View of How Uptown Got Here
A longtime developer walks through the rise and retreat of Uptown and argues that the commercial district will not recover quickly without new public tools.
There’s a New Bud Blooming on Hennepin
The Hennepin Avenue corridor has lost salons, gyms and restaurants. It’s gaining dispensaries.
Back to the Bathhouses: Before AIDS Closed the Doors
Through the memories of Kelly Hayes, a look back at Minneapolis’ bathhouse era, what drove it underground and the renewed debate over bringing regulated spaces back into the light.
Unsheltered in Uptown: Listening First
Voices from Uptown’s streets, and the fuller picture they reveal.
The Salt Cure Fund: Preserving Local Restaurants
A culinary preservation trick, now an emergency lifeline for Minnesota’s restaurants.
Support a Small Business and Get Your Feet Summer-Ready at The Crown Spa Nails
An Uptown nail salon, a Vietnamese fami- ly and five hard years. One regular’s case for showing up.
Paws & Pecks for Joy
Pets offer comfort, companionship and connection when life feels stressful, heavy or complicated.
Spring, finally
Spring finally arrives, bringing warmer days and fresh energy to the Hill and Lake community.
Uptown United Launches Community Ambassador Walks
Uptown United is a new resident-driven volunteer effort that aims to bring people back to the streets, support businesses and strengthen community presence.
Even My Dogs Don’t Think Uptown Is “Vibrant”
Two dogs, one neighborhood and a daily walk that shows how far Uptown has to go to feel vibrant again.
