Pete's just a regular Minnesota guy that grew up on the north-side of the Cities (Fridley), spent some quality time at the U of M, chills on the weekends at the family cabin near Duluth, bleeds Vikings purple, and misses the North Stars. He's known for his short attention span; and enjoys Eric Church, Johnny Cash, Zac Brown, Kid Rock, Pink Floyd, 80s hair bands, coffee, beer, scotch, and long sunset walks on the beach. (One of those isn't true.) Pete's a two-time cancer survivor now (Colorectal 2002, Kidney 2014), and knows that life is damn short -- so he's a believer that we should be playing as hard and as often as we can.
Pete Hanson
Minnesota Top-Dog for Owners Making Resolutions for Their Pets
According to a survey by Wild Earth, Minnesotan's make resolutions for their four-legged friends more than pet owners from any other state.
Minnesota Has Two of Top-Ten Ski Resorts in the Midwest
Travel + Leisure has rolled out a list of the best ski resorts in the Midwest for 2024, and I think they could have added another one or two from the Bold North.
Follow Santa’s Christmas Eve Progress with NORAD’s Live Santa Tracker
NORAD, tasked with protecting US & Canadian airspace will be tracking Santa's progress again this Christmas Eve.
Tastebud Alert! The Best Juicy Lucys in Minnesota for 2024
Looking for a fun, unique Christmas gift idea? How about gift cards to the Tour of Minnesota's best Juicy Lucys?
Give the Gift of Camping, Minnesota Among Best States for It
How about a 2025 Minnesota State Parks pass in the stocking this Christmas, or a new tent under the tree?
$610M Mega Millions Tuesday + The 10 All-Time Luckiest Lotto Numbers
Mega Millions $610 million for Tuesday night's drawing, and these are the ten luckiest lottery numbers of all time.
Amazon’s Tips to Make Minnesota Porch Pirates Walk the Plank
Porch pirates are a growing nemesis across Minnesota. ‘Tis the season for purchasing holiday gifts and items online. Let's stop 'em in their tracks.
We’re Not Good at Winter Driving Yet, Lots of Crashes Yesterday in Minnesota
The first few times it snows in Minnesota, we realize that we have a very short memory; completely forgetting what the best practices are for driving on ice or snow.
Minnesotans Falling Through Early Thin Ice at Scary Rate
On Monday, at least four Minnesotans around the state had to be rescued after falling through early season thin ice.
BOLO: Here are Minnesota’s Most Wanted Fugitives
Minnesota doesn't technically have a 'Most Wanted' list like the FBI does, but it does list active fugitives through the Minnesota Department of Corrections.
How to Stop Minnesota Porch-Pirates from Stealing Your Packages
It's a crime of opportunity, and there's always an increase at this time of year. More online shopping + more front step deliveries = more opportunities for the Grinch.
Never Miss Another Minnesota Meat Raffle with This Interactive Map
Only in Minnesota would we get this excited to buy some tickets, spin a wheel, and win a some meat!