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Big announcement coming!

Mike Marcotte August 19, 2025
I am starting a new chapter on September 4 and cannot wait to share the news with...
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17 Minnesota Nonprofits Supporting Black Communities model-cities-black-community
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17 Minnesota Nonprofits Supporting Black Communities

Mike Marcotte July 13, 2025
From Minneapolis to St. Paul, these 17 nonprofits support Black communities through education, housing, the arts and...
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10 best food and beverages from the 2024 Minnesota State Fair Deep fried cookie dough pie
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10 best food and beverages from the 2024 Minnesota State Fair

Mike Marcotte July 5, 2025
The 10 best foods and beverages at the 2024 Minnesota State Fair.
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Spooky Minnesota Halloween yard displays that bring the fright beetlejuice-haus
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Spooky Minnesota Halloween yard displays that bring the fright

Mike Marcotte October 21, 2024
This list of Minnesota Halloween displays will send shivers up your spine.
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Reviewing new foods from the 2024 Minnesota State Fair

Mike Marcotte August 24, 2024
Here are reviews of the 33 official new foods at the 2024 Minnesota State Fair.
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Here’s a tailored brochure for the day you’re planning to go to the Minnesota State Fair

Mike Marcotte August 18, 2024
As you plan your trip to the Great Minnesota Get Together, you can see everything that's happening...
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A free show Minnesota State Fair officials call ‘a hidden gem’ history-mn-state-fair
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A free show Minnesota State Fair officials call ‘a hidden gem’

Mike Marcotte August 17, 2024
Check out this 30 minute show teaching you about important figures in Minnesota’s history.
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Other ways to get to the Minnesota State Fair besides parking at the Fairgrounds

Mike Marcotte August 17, 2024
Parking at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds is a headache. Don't do it.
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The best non-alcoholic beverages at the Minnesota State Fair, including the cheapest pop Best Beverages
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The best non-alcoholic beverages at the Minnesota State Fair, including the cheapest pop

Mike Marcotte August 17, 2024
Non-alcoholic beverages worth your money at the Minnesota State Fair, including Mediterranean Lemonade.
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