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Co-owners Molly Stark and Katie Petri curate a fun and relaxed vibe at their tattoo shop to ensure clients feel comfortable saying what they want.
July 5, 2023
For one more weekend, a Tibetan play will roam the Washburn Fair Oaks Park in Whittier. Playgoers will follow along on foot.
July 5, 2023
Even when a driver seriously injures or kills someone, judges hand down short sentences and drivers get their licenses back. Permanently revoking licenses isn’t an option.
June 29, 2023
Three councilmembers were absent to celebrate Eid al-Adha
June 28, 2023
Traffic data show a decrease in crashes after Lyndale Avenue was redesigned in pilot program
June 27, 2023
Despite a veto-ready mayor, Home to Stay asks City leaders for a rent control policy to help renters currently in need of affordable rent.
June 27, 2023
Summer staffing is still not at full capacity but a new union contract may help fill some positions with higher wages.
June 23, 2023
Tom Thumb mini-golf courses were all over the city, thanks to the inventor of mini-golf and a Georgia resort owner.
June 21, 2023
This festival will be the last performances that HUGE Theater will host before moving down the block to its new location.
June 21, 2023
There is more to Pride than the Loring Park festivities. See what else is planned in Southwest through the end of June.
June 17, 2023
Parsons was about to announce his Ward 10 City Council candidacy.
June 16, 2023
Huge increase in car thefts by juveniles has exposed lack of resources, disjointed communication systems at City and County level.
June 14, 2023
You asked, we found out. Herons don't prefer hanging out in buckthorn and preschool rec programming is coming back.
June 14, 2023
The Bohen family has owned the gas station for 46 years.
June 13, 2023
Students are able to see their art framed and displayed in a community space, bringing them a sense of pride, according to Whittier Community art teacher Stacie McCormack.
June 8, 2023
“I will continue this campaign with unwavering determination,” Ward 10 City Council candidate Nasri Warsame said at a press conference on June 1.
June 7, 2023
The City is waiting on C. David George to clean up the rubble from the demolition of his building that caught fire in December.
June 6, 2023
Welcome to Lyndale, a neighborhood bordered by 35W and Lyndale. Nestled inside are delicious restaurants and hidden gems.
June 5, 2023
The market sells goods from Native vendors and offers fresh food and drinks, no colonial ingredients included.
June 1, 2023
Artist and ColorWheel owner Tammy Ortegon uses paints, metals and Russian nesting dolls in an exhibit that explores her life as a female artist in her fifties.
May 30, 2023
January 26, 2022
"There is no practical way to replace the parking that will be lost with this plan."
January 26, 2022
"There have to be better ways to address climate change in a city in which I see very few bicycle riders using the dedicated bike lanes."
January 25, 2022
Good morning, Southwest
January 24, 2022
Good morning, Southwest
January 24, 2022
Prompt shoveling, helping others shovel, and smart salt use are some quick ways to contribute positively to the neighborhood.
January 21, 2022
Good day, Southwest.
January 20, 2022
This fee, charged to developers and redistributed to the parks system, is funding park improvements around the city.
January 20, 2022
Good Morning, Southwest
January 20, 2022
Taking a look at a new housing project
January 19, 2022
Good Morning, Southwest
January 19, 2022
An Interview with Park Board President Meg Forney
January 18, 2022
Good Morning, Southwest
January 14, 2022
This is our weekly edition of our newsletter, which goes out every Friday.
January 13, 2022
Good Morning, Southwest
January 13, 2022
Tonight the City is hosting its final public meeting about the redesign before the plan goes to the City Council for approval.
January 13, 2022
Coverage of the School Board's Tuesday, January 11 Meeting
January 11, 2022
Jono Cowgill wrapped up his tenure as Park Board President this month.
January 11, 2022
Good Morning, Southwest
January 10, 2022
Good morning, Southwest.
January 10, 2022
Inside the classroom of an MPS teacher in the week after winter break
January 10, 2022
Breaking down where the most thefts and carjackings happen.
January 7, 2022
The Southwest Weekly is here.
January 7, 2022
Our focus on crime reporting will focus on the how and the why.
January 6, 2022
Good morning, Southwest.
January 6, 2022
A response to our interview with Council Member Palmisano
January 5, 2022
Good Morning, Southwest
January 4, 2022
Good morning, Southwest
January 3, 2022
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January 3, 2022
I chatted with Jessica Burge about her apprehensions about losing parking for her business.
December 30, 2021
I chatted with the Hennepin for People community member during the Holiday Bike Ride on Dec. 18.
December 28, 2021
Good Morning, Southwest
December 27, 2021
This is the last week to create a snowflake to benefit Southside Harm Reduction Services at the Kingfield Five Watt.
December 27, 2021
The Lowry Hill East neighborhood has 53 block clubs out of 56 blocks. LHENA needs help to connecting them.
December 24, 2021
The Committee of the Whole meeting was focused on the ongoing development of a strategic plan for the district.
December 23, 2021
Good day, Southwest.
December 22, 2021
An interview with LIsa Goodman
December 22, 2021
Good Morning, Southwest
December 21, 2021
Good Morning, Southwest
December 21, 2021
Digging into the plans for both lakes
December 21, 2021
A conversation with Linea Palmisano
December 20, 2021
Good Morning, Southwest
December 17, 2021
The Southwest Weekly
December 17, 2021
If you buy late, buy local
December 17, 2021
The Minneapolis Public Schools Board met for its annual Truth-in-Taxation Meeting Tuesday night at the Davis Center.
December 16, 2021
Good Morning, Southwest
December 16, 2021
Heavy Table covers Wooden Ship Brewing Co.
December 15, 2021
You may ask yourself, how did I get here?
December 14, 2021
Good Morning, Southwest
December 13, 2021
Here's what Ward 11's new representative had to say before she begins her term
December 13, 2021
Seven finalists for a Met Council seat representing southwest Minneapolis made their case virtually before a selection committee on Dec. 9.
