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Reverb - News for Young Adults

Reverb

Reverb is an initiative and a reporting team from MPR News focused on serving younger (and young-at-heart) Minnesotans.

We know Minnesota is changing and younger adults want news in new, more accessible ways. Reverb covers trending topics, local issues, and stories that matter to Minnesotans.

Follow along here and by following @mprnews and #ReverbMPR on TikTok, Instagram and YouTube.

Single-wheel enthusiasts from around the globe descend on Bemidji for Unicon 21

Single-wheel enthusiasts from around the globe descend on Bemidji for Unicon 21

Even fans will admit unicycle riding is a niche sport. However that hasn’t stopped more than 1,200 people from around the world from meeting in Bemidji for Unicon 21.
by Mathew Holding Eagle III

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At 23, Wendell Epps is making his mark as the new voice of the Minnesota Lynx

At 23, Wendell Epps is making his mark as the new voice of the Minnesota Lynx

Wendell Epps is a new energetic voice behind the mic of play-by-play on KFAN during Lynx games. He is the first Black and Hispanic person to do play-by-play for the organization.
by Cathy Wurzer and Aleesa Kuznetsov

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Minnesota Supreme Court to hear case of transgender athlete’s competition participation

Minnesota Supreme Court to hear case of transgender athlete’s competition participation

The Minnesota Supreme Court announced last week it plans to hear the case of JayCee Cooper, a transgender weightlifter who was denied entry into USA Powerlifting’s women’s competition category. Cooper alleges this was discrimination, in violation of Minnesota’s Human Rights Act.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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State of Democra-Z: Young Republicans react to attempted assassination ahead of RNC

State of Democra-Z: Young Republicans react to attempted assassination ahead of RNC

Two young conservatives who attend St. Olaf College shared their perspectives as the attempted assassination of Donald Trump adds a new dimension to an already tense presidential race.
by Cathy Wurzer and Alanna Elder

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15,000 free hot dogs, wiener dog races and small town charm? That’s Hot Dog Nite in Luverne

15,000 free hot dogs, wiener dog races and small town charm? That’s Hot Dog Nite in Luverne

The town of about 5,000 nestled along the Rock River in far southwestern Minnesota has been celebrating this quirky little festival for six decades and counting.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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‘Foodiest foodie fair ever:’ A critic dishes on new 2024 Minnesota State Fair foods

‘Foodiest foodie fair ever:’ A critic dishes on new 2024 Minnesota State Fair foods

James Beard Award-winning food writer Dara Moskowitz Grumdahl dishes on the ins and outs of this years new State Fair food list. What’s gourmet and what’s gimmicky?
by Tom Crann, Heidi Raschke and Lukas Levin

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Behind the scenes of the new State Fair foods: How do vendors get picked?

Behind the scenes of the new State Fair foods: How do vendors get picked?

There are 33 new foods and six new vendors for the Minnesota State Fair, but how does someone get a spot to sell food at the fair? Maria Hayden explains how vendors make the cut.
by Cathy Wurzer and Aleesa Kuznetsov

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Ready, set, eat: Here are the new foods that'll be at the 2024 Minnesota State Fair

Ready, set, eat: Here are the new foods that'll be at the 2024 Minnesota State Fair

Sweet corn cola floats, sweet heat bacon, Swedish ice cream sundaes and a host of other creative culinary concoctions: Start planning your taste tour, the list of new food offerings at this year’s Minnesota State Fair is out.
by MPR News Staff

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