Online shopping is easy, but sometimes you crave a more curated experience. That’s why I love giving Midwestern gift boxes. Sending...

If you love art and being outdoors, take an afternoon to check out public art in downtown Grand Forks. This is the perfect time for a...

Union Market Mankato is bringing a whole new shopping experience to this Minnesota River city. It features more than 20 Minnesota brands...

“This is unreal.” My husband Derrick is standing at one of the highest points in Theodore Roosevelt National Park, surveying the sweep of...

We’re all craving a little novelty these days. But we also need to stay safe. Roseville in Bloom gives us the best of both worlds. The...

Yes, North Dakota has trees. The Pembina Gorge and Tetrault Woods State Forest are two of the prettiest places to spot them. And if you...

It can be hard to find safe ways to celebrate together during a pandemic. The Make Your Own Mural Fest in Northeast Indiana has a found a...

I’ve seen a lot of delightfully random public art combinations in my day. But the public art in Devils Lake, North Dakota boasts one of...

Discover the coolest road trips in the Midwest.

I can’t leave the country, so I’ve been traveling through food. My family has been doing a weekly international take-out night to keep...

Street art makes me stop and think. So I’m excited to showcase North Dakota public art this summer. I received a grant from The Arts...

Did you know there are 30 North Dakota nature parks in North Dakota? It’s okay. I didn’t either. These are mini escapes right in the...

Artist Nichole Rae is different. Her work is different. Her process is different. Technically speaking, she creates multimedia collages,...

Cross Ranch State Park is an under-the-radar escape into nature. After a spring of staying inside, interest in outdoor escapes like State...

Some of the most evocative travel books aren’t travel books at all. A strong sense of place can transport you, no matter which section of...

Subscription boxes used to confuse me. I just didn’t understand why anyone would spend money and not know exactly what they’d get. “It’s...

When U.S. leaders began to recommend fabric masks to protect against the spread of COVID-19, Midwest makers were ready. It was inspiring...

Indie bookstores in North Dakota are open for business — even in a pandemic. They’re getting creative, offering curbside pickup, front...

I’ve had a lot of time to think about how to be mindful lately. For the last nine days, I’ve done very little else. Being mindful can...

Thanks to the coronavirus outbreak, thousands of us are working from home — whether we’re suited to it or not. I’ve been working from...