Author: Jake Spitzack

Cycling museum openingin the Securian Building By Jake Spitzack | Staff Writer | January 2025 In the late 1800s, the latest craze was the high wheel bicycle, which looked far different than today’s bikes. Its seat was about five feet off the ground, the wheels solid rubber, and it had no brakes or suspension, creating… Read more

Sample St. Paul Entertainment Guide: January 2025 Children’sMuseum10 7th St. W.St. Paul651-225-6000mcm.org“Curious George: Let’s Get Curious!” through January 5. Get up close with the most curious little monkey and follow his lead as you engage in math, science and engineering activities modeled after Curious George’s own adventures.Exhibits and activities include “The Scramble,” “The Studio,” “Creativity… Read more

Optimist Club of St. Paul celebrates centennial anniversary Has a long history of helping youth facing hardships By Jake Spitzack | Staff Writer | January 2025 For more than half of the storied history of Minnesota’s capital city, the Optimist Club of St. Paul has been a beacon of light for people facing challenges big… Read more

New CRAFT Thrift Storesupports educators By Jake Spitzack | Staff Writer | January 2025 A veteran of early childhood education has switched careers but is still holding true to her passion for education. In mid-November, Angela Kapp opened CRAFT Thrift Store in the former Mattress Liquidator space at 1253 S. Robert St. The name stands… Read more

St. Paul Winter Carnival returns January 23 By Tim Spitzack | Editor | January 2025 Snow or no snow, you can always expect winter fun to arrive in late January with the annual St. Paul Winter Carnival. Dating to 1886, the Carnival is the oldest winter festival in the United States and annually provides a… Read more

Major improvements slatedfor Smith-Dodd intersection By Jake Spitzack | Staff Writer | January 2025 After years of study and planning, one of West St. Paul’s most dangerous intersections will finally be revamped in 2025. The infamous intersection at Smith and Dodd currently has an X-shaped alignment, which creates poor sightlines for drivers and unsafe crosswalks… Read more