You Might Live to See the Year 2100
It might be hard to imagine, but it’s true: As of today, if you are 35 years old or younger it is quite probable you will live to the see the year...
The secret all cities can learn from Albert Lea, Minnesota
Albert Lea lies about 90 miles south of the Twin Cities, and, as a quiet city with a population of around 18,000, probably isn’t often on your radar, and probably doesn’t come to mind...
No-Kill Shelters in Minnesota
There are many options for finding a new four-legged friend, from the Humane Society to working with a breeder directly. A new trend starting to heat up is heading to a no-kill...
Hybrid Cars: Environmental Blessing or Ticking Time Bomb?
I have a family member who scoffs every time they see a Toyota Prius, Nissan Leaf, or any car with the hybrid badge on it drive by.
Every time...
15 New Slang Terms Explained
If you’re planning on using the internet at all this year, or conversing with someone under the age of 35, you’ll want to take a gander at this list of the newest slang terms...
The State of Mental Health in Minnesota
The conversation surrounding mental health has recently shined its spotlight on Minnesota. But not, unfortunately, for a good reason. Apparently, our state is quite depressed: According to a recent study conducted by...
Does Fashion Have a Lasting Impact on Society?
The fashion industry is often seen as vapid, superficial to the point of parody (and it often is parodied). But fashion is simultaneously a reflection of society' social, cultural, and economic milieu;...
The 9 most fascinating things you can buy on Minneapolis Craigslist
Craigslist is just one of those things that never ceases to amaze. It's so versatile. Tickets, trinkets, home rentals -- if you can think of it, you can probably get it on Craigslist. Don't...
Pictures or It Didn’t Happen: Our Obsession with Permanence
Something happens. Something memorable, or kind of cool, or not really that interesting at all. But we're bored, so we take thirteen pics of it anyway. We have to take pictures, record...
A Tribute to Anthony Bourdain
At the Twin Cities Agenda, one of our main areas of focus is on local food and drink. At its best, it is writing that also discusses the importance of food and...