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Alexandria, MN teen advances on ‘The Voice’

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - A Minnesota teenager is one step closer to winning NBC’s ‘The Voice’. 14-year-old Brooklyn Marie Ostlund of Alexandria returns to the stage Monday night for cut week. Brooklyn says moving forward was exciting, but also bittersweet after getting to know...

Alexandria, MN · 3d
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Brooklyn Maris Ostlund awaits results from Cut Week on The Voice

(Alexandria, MN)—Alexandria’s Brooklyn Marie Ostlund wrote on Facebook that "we anxiously await the results from CUT WEEK voting" on "The Voice." Brooklyn needed the public’s help with votes to stay in the competition. Brooklyn says "I’m just full of gratitude. I can’t believe this is real life....

Alexandria, MN · 18h
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Jingle Bells Live auditions are this Sunday at First Lutheran Church

(Alexandria, MN)--A reminder for you, Live auditions for the 2026 Jingle Bells Telethon in Alexandria will be held this Sunday, Nov. 8 from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at First Lutheran Church. Online and video auditions are also being accepted through this Sunday through the official Jingle Bells Telethon Website.

Alexandria, MN · 1d
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Minnesota Has A Mini-Golf Course Where You Putt Past Giant Sculptures

Most mini-golf courses give you a windmill and call it a day. Out in the farm country west of the Twin Cities, one course went much further and filled about 20 acres with giant sculptures built from wire, tires, stone, granite, and metal. There are goats, a mule, chickens, lawn...

Minnetrista, MN · 2d
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New Nicolas Cage film showcases Minnesota's appeal to Hollywood

While cameras captured Nicolas Cage working on scenes for the new film "Parish" in Stillwater, much of the work that brought the production to Minnesota happened behind the scenes. "First off, absolutely want to thank the Minnesota Film Commission," producer Joel Shapiro said. He credited the commission and local production...

Stillwater, 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 · 3d

CBS Minnesota

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Father Mike Schmitz's tour nears its end at Radio City Music Hall

Schmitz, the priest behind the "Bible in a Year" podcast, stopped in St. Paul on his Parables tour. He said he sees fewer young people doubting that God exists and more doubting that God is good. His answer is the heart of the tour he brought to St. Paul.

St Paul, MN · 1d

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 · 15h

Axios Twin Cities

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Book festival, Collector's Day: What to do in the Twin Cities this weekend

Got a passion for vintage PEZ dispensers, plastic animal figurines or 19th-century one-room schoolhouse items? You might enjoy Collectors Day , the Bell Museum's annual showcase of Minnesotans' unique personal collections. The big picture: St. Paul's natural history museum will host a wide variety of collections from community members, local organizations and its own archives. Exhibitions change each year, but previous events have featured troll dolls, Lake Superior agates, vintage MAD Magazine paperbacks and axolotl memorabilia. Collectors are on site to show off their passion and answer questions about their gathering process. 📍 Details: Saturday from 10am to 3pm. Included with museum admission ($12 for ages 3-21, $15 for ages 22 and up). More things to do… 📚 Find your winter read at Rain Taxi's Twin Cities Book Festival Saturday in Union Depot. Over 150 book-related exhibitors and 35+ authors will be on site, including this year's featured authors Kate DiCamillo and U.S. Poet Laureate Arthur Sze. Audrey's tip: Don't skip the used books and records sale. I nabbed a dozen paperbacks for less than $20 last year. Saturday, 10am-5pm. Free. 🫶 Volunteer with the whole family at Saturday's Festival of Giving , an all-ages event in Minneapolis hosted by

Minneapolis, MN · 1d

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Celebrating the Season: Holiday Theater & Stage Performances in the Twin Cities Gateway

The holiday season brings a magical glow to the Twin Cities Gateway. As temperatures drop and festive lights illuminate Main Streets and riverfronts across the north metro, local venues gear up with heartwarming dramas, festive comedies, interactive dinner mysteries, and magnificent holiday traditions. If you are planning an unforgettable holiday...

Twin Cities Metro, MN · 1d

Sahan Journal

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From Kao Kalia Yang to Queer & Funny Improv: Three Twin Cities arts events to explore this weekend

For centuries, Minnesota artists have depicted the people who call the state home through portraiture. This weekend, the Minnesota History Center brings out select works from its portrait collection for a new exhibition stretching back to the 1850s. Also on Saturday, writers and readers converge at St. Paul’s Union Depot...

Minneapolis, MN · 21h

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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 · 16h

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Art Hounds: Art as political commentary, a downtown art walk and resistance onstage

ListenArt Hounds: Art as political commentary, a downtown art walk and resistance onstage. From MPR News, Art Hounds are members of the Minnesota arts community who look beyond their own work to highlight what’s exciting in local art. Want to be an Art Hound? Submit here. Artists examine democracy,...

St Paul, MN · 1d

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Every Reader In Minnesota Needs To Wander Through These 7 Secondhand Bookstores

Want to find the best secondhand bookstores in Minnesota?. These 7 bookstores offer incredible finds and unforgettable browsing adventures!. 1. The Book House in Dinkytown (Minneapolis) There’s something about walking into The Book House that makes you feel like you’ve just discovered a secret the rest of the world doesn’t...

Minnesota · 7d

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Twin Cities rail history comes alive at St. Paul’s model railroad museum

Twin Cities rail history comes alive at St. Paul’s model railroad museum. (ABC 6 News) – The Twin City Model Railroad Museum in Saint Paul’s Midway neighborhood is a vibrant, hands-on tribute to Minnesota’s rich rail history, spanning over 10,000 square feet of interactive train layouts. Visitors of all ages can explore more than 20 stunning model and toy train displays, from a meticulously hand-laid O-scale layout depicting Minnesota’s milling district to a lively amusement park layout packed with interactive accessories. The museum is open Fridays through Mondays and kicks off its exciting Night Trains event this weekend, running every Saturday night through February.

St Paul, MN · 2d

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St. Paul's History Theatre Brings Judy Garland Back for Holiday Run

History Theatre in St. Paul is bringing Judy Garland's story back to its stage this holiday season, with Beyond the Rainbow set to run November 21 through December 20, 2026. The musical tribute traces Garland's path from her Minnesota childhood to international stardom, built around a framework that has drawn audiences for years.

St Paul, MN · 3d

Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder

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At 75, Seitu K. Jones gets his first solo museum show

Many people may recognize Seitu K. Jones’ work from the murals that line Twin Cities streetscapes or from his contributions to environmentalism and food justice. A new exhibition offers a different look at his multifaceted career, showcasing the mediums, ideas and experiences that have shaped his work over the decades.

St Paul, MN · 3d

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See Ella Langley's Amazing 'Toy Story' Halloween Costume From Her St. Paul Show [Watch]

Ella Langley's last show of the year was a Halloween show in St. Paul, Minn., and she and her band mates dressed up as the characters from 'Toy Story'. See their costumes here.

St Paul, MN · 5d

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Inside Minnesota’s Enduring Polka Heritage

With drums pounding and accordions wailing, there’s no mistaking a polka dance: The music is loud, lively, and positively old-school. While the sound has become harder to find in 2026, the polka scene remains very much active in Minnesota, home to the “Polka Capital of the Nation,” events hosted by the Midwest Polka Association, and local bands keeping the tradition alive.

Minnesota · 3d

103.7 THE LOON

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Grand Casino Arena Hosted Ella Langley's Final Dandelion Tour Stop, Complete With Coordinated Toy Story Character Outfits

Country star Ella Langley brought Toy Story to life at Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul for the final stop of her Dandelion tour. The whole band dressed in coordinated costumes, with Langley as Jessie and her crew as beloved Pixar characters.

St Paul, MN · 4d