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Minnesota Now

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Busboy-Built Minneapolis Bakery Now Closing for Good After Surprise Sale

A busboy built it into a bread empire baking 3 million pounds a month. Now, after years of ownership changes and a recent sale to a Canadian company, New French Bakery’s Minneapolis plants are closing. Here's the full story.

Minneapolis, MN · 2d

Sahan Journal

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An upscale Somali restaurant at Lake and Nicollet? Owner of Martiya is undaunted and filling tables

After 16 years running Afro Deli and Grill, the popular casual restaurant with three Twin Cities locations, its owner said it was time for a higher-end Somali restaurant. Martiya, which means “guest” in Somali, has opened on Nicollet Avenue near Lake Street in south Minneapolis, offering Somali diaspora cuisine. Abdirahman Kahin, a native of Djibouti, says Martiya will bridge the gap between Muslim and East African communities and the local fine-dining scene.

Minneapolis, MN · 2d

Power 96

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Garth Brooks Sets Two Target Center Dates In December, Closing Out The 2026 Tour Year

The GMan wraps his 2026 tour at Target Center Dec 11 and 12. Twenty-three shows there already, more than 430000 tickets sold.

Minneapolis, MN · 1d

Bring Me The News

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After canceling 30 minutes before Detroit show, Katseye postpones Twin Cities concert

The popular K-pop-style girl group Katseye has canceled Saturday's concert at the Target Center in Minneapolis.

Minneapolis, MN · 1d

Carver County Local News

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Birds of Carver County: Canada Goose

With time in our hands, and a view that is in a non-threatening location, we might be able to watch the life cycle events of the Canada Goose. These large waterfowl are one of the most familiar of the birds of Carver County.

Carver County, MN · 1d

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5 Things to Know About VUKA, MN’s First Dedicated Peri Peri Chicken Joint

Welcome back to Five Things, Racket’s recurring rundown of new, new-to-us, or otherwise notable Twin Cities restaurants. Today we're previewing VUKA, the Minneapolis chicken joint that's bringing the state's first dedicated peri peri concept to the Lyn-Lake spot that housed It's Greek to Me from 1982 until 2023. 1....

Minneapolis, MN · 2d

CBS Minnesota

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After they were customers for years, this couple reopens Waconia brewery

For Kelly and Aaron Vanderwall, taking over Waconia Brewing Company is both an exciting new venture and a return to a place that has long felt like home.

Waconia, MN · 1d

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FOX 9 Good Day: Nov. 6, 2026

More and more people are paying HOA fees, a look at why. Plus, is it too early to listen to holiday music? And an event this weekend in Waconia kicks off the holiday shopping season.

Waconia, MN · 1d

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South Minneapolis Food Truck La Cochinita Buys Building for $600K

La Cochinita, the food truck known for salbutes, black al pastor and bolis, has bought a building in south Minneapolis for $600,000, a move that will let the business leave its commissary kitchen behind as it chases bigger plans in catering and wholesale. The purchase was first reported by the...

Minneapolis, MN · 1d

SoulTracks

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First Listen: Minneapolis soul queen Sue Ann Carwell returns with new music

(November 6, 2026) I went down the rabbit hole when preparing to write this First Listen on “The Things Lovers Do” by Sue Ann Carwell. That rabbit hole took me back to 1981 when Carwell released her first album, the self-titled Sue Ann, right up to the material that she’s released recently. Carwell is a […] The post First Listen: Minneapolis soul queen Sue Ann Carwell returns with new music appeared first on SoulTracks .

Minneapolis, MN · 1d

Bring Me The News

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Joe Jonas returns to award-winning restaurant ahead of Twin Cities concert

Apparently the musician liked Diane's Place so much last fall that he had to go back before the Jonas Brothers performed in town again Monday.

Minneapolis, MN · 4d

Bring Me The News

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Bakery cafe Paris Baguette opening a 4th Twin Cities location

The chain is best known for its soft cream cakes, pastries, breads and other baked goods.

Twin Cities Metro, MN · 1d

Bring Me The News

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What to know about the Dayton's Holiday Market, including a Mary Tyler Moore-themed Santabear

The annual Dayton's Holiday Market is returning in November for a sixth year in downtown Minneapolis.

Minneapolis, MN · 21h

Bring Me The News

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Garth Brooks announces two Minneapolis shows for next month

Garth Brooks has announced his return to the Target Center in Minneapolis. He'll play two shows there in December.

Minneapolis, MN · 1d

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This Minnesota Sculpture Garden Is Famous For A Giant Spoon Holding A Cherry And Fills Its Lawns With Colorful Outdoor Art

A 5,800-pound spoon cradles a 1,200-pound cherry in the middle of a Minnesota pond. The cherry’s stem even sprays water like a fountain, which is a very extra way to serve dessert. The pond below is shaped like a linden tree seed, a surprisingly fancy detail for a giant...

Minneapolis, MN · 2d

Lovely Garden Roots

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Cutting Asparagus Ferns While They're Still Green Drains the Crowns, University of Minnesota Extension Warns, So Wait Until They Turn Fully Yellow or Brown

University of Minnesota Extension says green asparagus ferns should stay put because cutting them lowers the energy stored in the crowns for next year's spears.

Minneapolis, MN · 5h

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Minnesota 'Jingle bars' bringing holiday spirit to Twin Cities and beyond

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - The Holiday pop-up bar season is filling Minnesota with holiday cheer, giving patrons plenty of options to celebrate across the state. Jingle Bar at Aster House: Expect Floor-to-ceiling tinsel, twinkling lights, and holiday beats as guests sip festive cocktails during ugly sweater contests and interactive holiday party games led by "Christmas miracle makers." Visit Jingle Bar at Aster House.

Minnesota · 17h

Minnesota Now

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Kings Of Leon Announce Summer 2027 Minnesota Show At Mystic Lake Amphitheater

The list of concerts for the 2027 season at Minnesota's Mystic Lake Amphitheater continues to grow, with this latest addition.

Shakopee, MN · 1d

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How This BELOVED Bakery Won Locals’ Hearts With Chocolate Cookies Since 2004 in Minneapolis, MN

Some Minneapolis love stories begin with a grand gesture, but Rustica Bakery makes a persuasive case for starting with a chocolate cookie. Since opening in 2004, this neighborhood bakery has built its following around European-style breads, carefully made pastries, and treats that give an ordinary coffee stop considerably more personality.

Minneapolis, MN · 1d

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Taste Buds: Vietnamese Comfort Food and Asian Grocery Tour

(FOX 9) - From Vietnamese comfort food to Asian grocery store gems, host Stephanie Hansen explores flavor and hospitality in this episode of "Taste Buds." She starts out at My Huong Kitchen on Eat Street in Minneapolis, where owner Tracy Wong makes her renowned crispy egg rolls and Vietnamese noodle salad. Tracy wants everyone in her restaurant to feel like family, and the same goes for Stephanie as she learns the art of rolling the perfect egg roll before building a fresh bowl of vermicelli noodles, herbs, vegetables, and protein.

Minneapolis, MN · 1d