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It’s Friday, South Minneapolis! Let’s finish this week strong.
In today’s can’t-miss-weekend-plans edition: Dawanna Witt’s rise to sheriff, swiftie skate night, and pond skim + a stacked lineup of events this weekend.
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đź“° In the news
From fear to leadership: South Minneapolis native Dawanna Witt made history as Hennepin County’s first woman and first person of color to serve as sheriff, sharing how a hard childhood shaped her youth-centered career — learn about her journey.
What drivers need to know: Drivers in South Minneapolis saw I-494 between I-35W and Highway 77 close last weekend as crews removed the 12th Avenue bridge. MnDOT says it will reopen in September — get detours and timing details.
New chapter for senior community: Rosemount Senior Living at Steeple Center, a 92-unit campus in the metro, has been sold for $24 million, with a new operator taking over day to day operations — read the full story.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
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đź’Ž Local business spotlight
Handmade finds nearby: Artistry (Rose Schneider Gift Shop) brings Bloomington creativity within arm’s reach, with locally made art and giftable pieces from regional artists inside the Bloomington Center for the Arts. Expect prints, pottery, and small surprises that add real personality to your space or make an easy, thoughtful gift.
Backyard upgrade, simplified: Deck and Door Company blends in-house design, a real showroom, and its Refine Railing system, so picking materials feels easy. Planning a low-maintenance refresh before patio season? Expect a smooth, no-fuss path from idea to backyard bliss.
Seafood night upgrade: Whether it’s a midweek fix or weekend splurge, Smack Shack brings casual coastal vibes to Bloomington with sustainably sourced seafood, crowd-favorite lobster rolls, and celebratory lobster boils, perfect for the “I deserve this” dinner you’ve been quietly plotting.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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📆 Around town this weekend
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
📶 Router Workshop @ Rockler Woodworking and Hardware – Burnsville | Friday (3/13) at 2:00 PM – Learn to tame the router, the noisy one in the shop, not the blinking Wi-Fi box. This hands-on class covers setup, safety, bits, and cuts, plus how to pick the right tool for everything from trim to tabletops. Your fingers, and furniture, will thank you.
⛸ Swiftie Skate Night @ Burnsville Ice Center | Friday (3/13) at 5:30 PM – Lace up and channel your favorite era at Swiftie Skate Night at Burnsville Ice Center. Expect Taylor karaoke, friendship bracelets, a photo booth, themed snacks, and sing-along laps with fellow fans of all ages, costumes encouraged, parental dignity optional.
💪 Kettlebell 101, 201, Combo Workshops @ Los Campeones Gym Burnsville | Saturday (3/14) at 8:00 AM – Whether you’re new to kettlebells or you’ve been swinging one since the Metrodome days, this hands-on set of workshops in Burnsville covers the Swing, the Get-Up, and the advanced lifts. Real coaching, real sweat, no silly bootcamp burpees. Your back, shoulders, and winter metabolism will say thanks.
🏂 A Day for Jake @ Buck Hill Ski & Snowboard Area (Burnsville) | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – If your snowboard’s been sulking in the garage, consider this your sign. Buck Hill is hosting A Day for Jake, a low-pressure celebration of turns, community, and the guy who made it all possible. All levels, good vibes, inevitable rope-tow humility.
🥕 Indoor Farmers Market @ Bloomington Civic Plaza | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Grab your tote and treat winter like a suggestion. Bloomington’s Indoor Farmers Market brings Minnesota-made goodness inside, with Bell’s maple syrup, fresh bread from Great Harvest, cookies, bagels, cake, and handcrafted finds, plus two food trucks, because shopping counts as cardio, and rewards are important.
🍝 Pasta Making @ Falcon Ridge Middle (Apple Valley) | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Swap screens for floury hands at a parent-kid pasta class for ages 5 to 15, mix dough, roll and slice noodles, then smother with creamy Alfredo. Call it carb bonding with minimal chaos. Small supply fee, and bring to-go containers for leftovers.
🥚 Spring Egg Hunt @ New Horizon Academy (Burnsville 35E) | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Grab the kids, dust off the baskets, and hit the annual Spring Egg Hunt for free family fun. There are egg hunts, snacks, and a cameo from the Easter Bunny, plus a separate area for infants and toddlers, so your littlest hunter survives the chaos.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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đź“» South Minneapolis report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 39°F – Low: 25°F – Precip: 3%
Partly sunny. High near 39, with temperatures falling to around 35 in the afternoon. Northwest wind 15 to 25 mph, with gusts as high as 55 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 25. North northeast wind 0 to 10 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 40°F – Low: 28°F – Precip: 27%
A chance of snow after 7am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 40. Southeast wind 0 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Later: Snow. Cloudy, with a low around 28. East wind 5 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New snow accumulation of 7 to 11 inches possible.
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