By PETER SMITH, Associated Press It’s been called an “epidemic” of loneliness and isolation. The “bowling alone” phenomenon. By any name, it refers to Americans’ growing social disconnection by many measures. Americans are less likely to join civic groups, unions … Continued
There are a lot of reasons, some deserved and some not, for Americans’ distrust of their institutions. Lately I have been thinking about one of the more counterintuitive ones: Our schools, governments and even employers are trying too hard to … Continued
The countdown to 2026 is on. There’s no telling what the year will bring. But we do think that, if you’re spending time in St. Paul when 2025 ends, you’ve got a pretty good chance of starting the new year … Continued
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has acquired 16,000 acres of forested land across 10 counties in northern Minnesota. The project is the agency’s largest land acquisition since 2010 and is an effort to protect the forests, lakes and waterways, … Continued
We’re between holidays, and you’re probably ready for relaxation. So today we offer a god-filled novel from a bestselling author plus a look back at some of the most intriguing Minnesota fiction we reviewed this year. Have a good New … Continued
Today is Saturday, Dec. 27, the 361st day of 2025. There are four days left in the year. Today in history: On Dec. 27, 1831, naturalist Charles Darwin set out on a round-the-world voyage from Plymouth, England, aboard the HMS … Continued