The Gophers football program stacked up five commitments to its 2026 recruiting class on Sunday. Two offensive linemen were the first to join next year’s class during the U’s big official visit weekend in Dinkytown. Mataalii Benjamin, a 6-foot-6, 305-pound … Continued
NONPROFITS Catherine Penkert Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity, a St. Paul-based advocate for and provider of affordable housing, announced the appointment of Catherine Penkert as chief of staff. Penkert most recently served as vice president of operations at business development … Continued
Edward Lotterman Bonds are in the news. You may have read that Congress is pushing through a Big Beautiful Bill that will require the U.S. to borrow even more money, via issuing Treasury bonds, to fund the larger and ever-growing … Continued
By KIM COOK Whether it’s a modest balcony, a pocket-size patio or a tiny backyard, small outdoor spaces have big potential. With a few smart design choices and some creative flair, even the most limited square footage can become a … Continued
Few things in my life have been as consistent as “Jaws.” I have no friendships as old as my relationship with “Jaws.” It debuted 50 years ago this spring, soon after Memorial Day, and for those of us who spent … Continued
By JAMES RISWICK As if the impending arrival of your first child isn’t stressful enough, you’re undoubtedly shopping for a seemingly endless list of baby gear. Cribs, strollers, bottle warmers, sound machines and whatever the heck a MamaRoo is. You’ll … Continued