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Minneapolis’s economy is struggling. Local government is focused elsewhere.
A Lowry Hill commercial property co-owner and long-time Minneapolis resident says city leaders and county commissioners need to focus on Minneapolis’s economic revival.
Lyndale Redux: Hennepin Déjà Vu?
Neighbors thought the debate was settled. Then a new Lyndale Avenue plan appeared, reopening questions about safety, access, trees, and the future of one of Minneapolis’s most beloved commercial corridors.
A New Yoga Studio Takes Root in Kenwood
Kenwood Yoga Studio brings a mix of movement, mindfulness, and community to a renovated basement space beneath Birchbark Books.
A Tiny Park Due for Big Improvements
Community input is shaping plans for East Isles’ historic pocket park, where restoration of the Thomas Lowry statue will be the first priority in a $232,000 improvement project.
Backyard chickens are having a moment in Minneapolis
Once a novelty, backyard chickens are becoming increasingly common in Minneapolis, where residents are drawn to fresh eggs, sustainability, and the simple joy of keeping a flock.
Cleaning, Greening and Adopting a Drain
Hundreds of volunteers braved cold weather this spring to remove trash from neighborhood lakes and streets, while local residents continue to lead efforts to keep storm drains and waterways clean year-round.
Will Lyndale Become the Next Hennepin?
The Lyndale Avenue redesign is a slow-moving ping-pong game between business owners and bus and bike advocates. The latest volley just bounced back.
Earth Day 2026
Volunteers braved a blustery morning to clean up Lake of the Isles, Bde Maka Ska, Kenwood Park and surrounding streets.
