Reverb - News for Young Adults

Reverb is an initiative and a reporting team from MPR News focused on serving younger (and young-at-heart) Minnesotans.

We know Minnesota is changing and younger adults want news in new, more accessible ways. Reverb covers trending topics, local issues, and stories that matter to Minnesotans.

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July 15, 2024 4:00 AM

Budding intertribal trade takes root in Minnesota with legalization of cannabis

Trade among tribal nations goes back millennia. Now, the legalization of cannabis is ushering in a new wave of intertribal trade.

by Melissa Olson

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July 11, 2024 2:50 PM

15,000 free hot dogs, wiener dog races and small town charm? That’s Hot Dog Nite in Luverne

The town of about 5,000 nestled along the Rock River in far southwestern Minnesota has been celebrating this quirky little festival for six decades and counting.

by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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July 9, 2024 5:14 PM

‘Foodiest foodie fair ever:’ A critic dishes on new 2024 Minnesota State Fair foods

James Beard Award-winning food writer Dara Moskowitz Grumdahl dishes on the ins and outs of this years new State Fair food list. What’s gourmet and what’s gimmicky?

by Tom Crann, Heidi Raschke and Lukas Levin

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July 9, 2024 5:08 PM

Behind the scenes of the new State Fair foods: How do vendors get picked?

There are 33 new foods and six new vendors for the Minnesota State Fair, but how does someone get a spot to sell food at the fair? Maria Hayden explains how vendors make the cut.

by Cathy Wurzer and Aleesa Kuznetsov

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July 9, 2024 6:31 AM

Ready, set, eat: Here are the new foods that'll be at the 2024 Minnesota State Fair

Sweet corn cola floats, sweet heat bacon, Swedish ice cream sundaes and a host of other creative culinary concoctions: Start planning your taste tour, the list of new food offerings at this year’s Minnesota State Fair is out.

by MPR News Staff

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July 3, 2024 2:53 PM

20-year-old loops Lake Superior solo in 42 days, buoyed by climate change awareness

A triple science major at the College of St. Scholastica may be both the fastest and youngest to circumnavigate Lake Superior in a kayak — and he’s hoping the 1,000-mile trip will draw more attention to climate change’s effects in Minnesota.

by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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July 3, 2024 2:37 PM

Minneapolis launches first Narcan vending machine

Minneapolis opened its first Narcan vending machine in south Minneapolis Wednesday. It dispenses free anti-overdose medication, and city officials hope it will help bring down overdose rates in the neighborhood.

by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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July 3, 2024 4:00 AM

Minneapolis electronic dance community grieves beloved DJ found dead in Olmsted County

Liara Tsai, who was found dead on June 22, will be remembered by her friends and loved ones as a talented DJ who wanted to make Minneapolis her home.

by Nicole Ki

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July 2, 2024 8:08 PM

Sanctuary rescues cat thrown from 12th floor of Minneapolis apartment

A cat thrown from a 12th-story apartment balcony in Minneapolis last month is recovering after a Twin Cities animal sanctuary arranged intensive veterinary care. The year-old tabby named Rue suffered a broken leg, foot and jaw, but no internal injuries.

by Matt Sepic