Author: Angela Zonunpari
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Root Beer Milk and the “Ruthie” Rose Spotted at the Wisconsin State Fair
August 21, 2024
From unofficial contests to eat the most cream puffs to pigs taking mid-race snack breaks, one of the region’s top state fairs is a show-stopping culinary and agricultural fest.
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Welcome to the Wine Country of the Midwest
August 20, 2024
With 16 grape-growing regions across seven states, independent winemakers and vineyards have created a long-lasting practice and love for the process.
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From Butter to Boars: All's Fair at This Iconic Iowa Event
August 15, 2024
Iowa has the Midwest's second-largest State Fair. And deep-fried deviled eggs.
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Slovenian Iron Rangers Maintain Cultural Roots through Potica
August 13, 2024
The dessert can be found anywhere on the Minnesota Iron Range, but it takes time, dedication and craft to prepare.
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Rewriting an Art Form for Indigenous Youth in South Dakota
August 1, 2024
The tenth annual RedCan Graffiti Jam invites national and international artists to the Cheyenne River Reservation.
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Preserving Barns: Timeless Symbols of Community Collaboration
July 30, 2024
Organizations and educators, from Minnesota to Michigan, are keeping the art alive with creativity, craftsmanship, and community labor.
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Building an Indigenous Language Learning Community in Wisconsin
July 26, 2024
Laura Red Eagle created the Indigenous Language Table to offer a judgment-free gathering space for active language practice beyond the classroom.
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Des Moines' Puzzlepalooza Is Bringing People Together
July 17, 2024
From teams of co-workers and family events to simple merriment, the love of games is creating community in a time of pervasive loneliness and disconnection.
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Detroit Neighborhood Plagued by Air Pollution Uses Art to Reclaim Space
July 16, 2024
Residents of East Canfield stress that any art brought to their neighborhood should address issues they are facing instead of just beautification.
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This Indigenous-Owned Tattoo Shop is Giving Back to Community
July 9, 2024
Willard Malebear Jr. of Iktomi Tattoo in Minneapolis carved his own path as a creative, and is now looking to provide access to art to locals.