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Why send state dollars to local governments?

Dollars transferred from state government down to local governments, commonly referred to as “state aid,” is a component of the state-local fiscal system in all fifty states. This is particularly true in Minnesota, where state aid comprises 38 percent of total local government revenue. Local government dependence on state revenue is greater in only four other states. MORE »

VISUAL ARTS | The letters and labors of Chank Diesel, font guru

You could be forgiven for thinking fonts aren’t fun. An ancient and esoteric craft, typography exemplifies the hard ideals of clarity and consistency, imbuing the printed word with authority and stripping it of the messy irregularity of handwriting. MORE »

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New Seward Co-op opens Thursday!

The new Seward Co-op, in its bright, green building at 2823 East Franklin, will open for business on Thursday, January 8 at 10 a.m., with a ribbon-cutting, give-aways and general celebration. The $10.5 million store doubles the retail space of the old store, with 13,000 square feet, and also has a community classroom on the second floor. The building includes Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) principles and the Co-op is hoping to earn a LEED gold rating. MORE »