Minnesota brewers tap into shifting tastes
Craft breweries in Minnesota created new products and events they hope appeal to younger customers of drinking age, who tend to drink less beer than members of older generations.
Craft breweries in Minnesota created new products and events they hope appeal to younger customers of drinking age, who tend to drink less beer than members of older generations.
"In the realm of natural-world wonders, some animals can expand their brains when needed," writes Lisa Meyers McClintick.
Emma Pardini of WLSSD in Duluth answers questions we couldn't get to at Project Optimist's October recycling panel discussion.
A young St. Cloud man started a program to connect senior citizens with students. The effort succeeded, but it’s tough to find students across Minnesota willing to organize similar events in their communities.
Students from the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University joined a moderated conversation about social connectedness and loneliness.
We break down the results from our 2024 Audience Survey and share how it will inform our work in 2025 and beyond.
The Western Lake Superior Sanitary District has run a compost site since 2001. During that time, the district has added 12 community drop-off sites, in addition to taking food waste from businesses.
Ashley Green reupholsters and fixes damaged furniture, bringing a new meaning to the term 'green thumb.'
Some Soil and Water Conservation Districts in Minnesota rent no-till equipment to farmers, which allows them to plant cover crops. However, maintenance costs and the availability and size of the equipment can be barriers.
April Hepokoski, of Esko, offers tips for people looking to reduce the amount of trash they produce.
Recycling is real, progress is happening, and give your recyclables a sanitary rinse. Yes, you!
Project Optimist visited the Otter Tail County Recycling Center on Oct. 1 to see how recyclable materials are sorted and to learn more about the process.
How Richard Bresnahan shares ancient art, intentional stewardship, open hospitality, and builds a community around the hearth.
"The autumn season offers an example of how to change gracefully," writes Erica Dischino.
Project Optimist is one of 205 small, local news publications to receive grants from Press Forward, the nationwide movement to strengthen communities by reinvigorating local news.
Senior centers can help older adults combat social isolation and loneliness if they can attract members, offer interesting programs, and overcome transportation or technology barriers.
"I trust myself, and I listen to what my heart tells me I should paint," he said of his work.
Outdoor programs teach children about nature through field trips and hands-on activities. Community partnerships make them possible.