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Nicollet Avenue bridge over Minnehaha to close for 2 years

The Nicollet Avenue bridge over Minnehaha Creek will close for two years

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The heavily used Nicollet Avenue bridge over Minnehaha Creek will close on March 3 for major rehab and won&#x27;t reopen for two years. Why it matters: This <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="project" data-vars-click-url="https://www.minneapolismn.gov/government/projects/nicollet-ave-bridge/" data-vars-content-id="83be5056-132c-4258-a23b-05cf3b99ffdd" data-vars-headline="Nicollet Avenue bridge over Minnehaha to close for 2 years" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.minneapolismn.gov/government/projects/nicollet-ave-bridge/" target="_blank">project</a> will send the roughly 14,000 vehicles that use the bridge on an average day to nearby streets, and also re-route users of the highly popular Minnehaha Parkway below.

Minneapolis weighs penalty for hotels that housed ICE agents

Two downtown hotels could lose their liquor licenses for possibly housing ICE agents during Operation Metro Surge.

The Minneapolis City Council could decide Thursday whether two downtown hotels should lose their liquor licenses for possibly housing ICE agents during <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Operation Metro Surge" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/2026/02/12/trump-ice-metro-surge-ends-minneapolis" data-vars-content-id="54e61ac8-1bf8-48ca-998c-5be6e77cca6d" data-vars-headline="Minneapolis weighs penalty for hotels that housed ICE agents" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/2026/02/12/trump-ice-metro-surge-ends-minneapolis" target="_self">Operation Metro Surge</a>.Why it matters: Hospitality advocates say revocations would send a chilling message to <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="a hospitality industry facing uncertainty" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/2026/02/04/hotels-suffer-ice-agents-protests-vandalism-events" data-vars-content-id="54e61ac8-1bf8-48ca-998c-5be6e77cca6d" data-vars-headline="Minneapolis weighs penalty for hotels that housed ICE agents" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/2026/02/04/hotels-suffer-ice-agents-protests-vandalism-events" target="_self">a hospitality industry facing uncertainty</a> in the aftermath of the Trump administration&#x27;s deportation blitz.<ul><li>But some hotel employees and union representatives argue federal agents&#x27; presence created safety concerns that justify a city intervention.</li></ul>

Minnesota's Olympic gold drought ends with thrilling women's hockey win

Minnesotans have several more shots to make the podium before the Games wrap Sunday.

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The Minnesotan-powered <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="U.S. women&#x27;s hockey team" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/2026/02/06/minnesota-olympians-womens-hockey-milan" data-vars-content-id="6f9ab92b-7911-4285-aa44-bb55e7b6acec" data-vars-headline="Minnesota&#x27;s Olympic gold drought ends with thrilling women&#x27;s hockey win" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/2026/02/06/minnesota-olympians-womens-hockey-milan" target="_self">U.S. women&#x27;s hockey team</a> toppled Canada in overtime to win Olympic gold Thursday. Why it matters: The dramatic 2-1 victory is golden redemption for a team of stars — <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="eight of whom have Minnesota ties" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/2026/02/06/minnesota-olympians-womens-hockey-milan" data-vars-content-id="6f9ab92b-7911-4285-aa44-bb55e7b6acec" data-vars-headline="Minnesota&#x27;s Olympic gold drought ends with thrilling women&#x27;s hockey win" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/2026/02/06/minnesota-olympians-womens-hockey-milan" target="_self">eight of whom have Minnesota ties</a> — that came up short four years ago.<ul><li>The all-North American final — which ended on a sick dangle by Megan Keller — doubled as <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="made-to-order marketing material" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/2025/11/21/pwhl-olympics-womens-hockey-minnesota" data-vars-content-id="6f9ab92b-7911-4285-aa44-bb55e7b6acec" data-vars-headline="Minnesota&#x27;s Olympic gold drought ends with thrilling women&#x27;s hockey win" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/2025/11/21/pwhl-olympics-womens-hockey-minnesota" target="_self">made-to-order marketing material</a> for the fledgling Professional Women&#x27;s Hockey League.</li></ul>

Restaurant Roundup: Dahlia debuts, Hey Y'all closes, Company Bar moves in

Here's some of the food news you may have missed this month.

Food and Drink

Plenty of restaurants have made moves in the new year. Here&#x27;s some of the food news you may have missed this month.

A 1-minute guide to holiday fun across the Twin Cities

Things to Do

Holiday fun is in full swing across the Twin Cities.Why it matters: It&#x27;s the most wonderful time of the year.State of the (decked) halls: Here are some local happenings to help make the most of the season.

Holiday shows on stage at Twin Cities theaters

Here are the holiday shows playing at Twin Cities theaters this season

The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="holiday season" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/holidays" data-vars-content-id="b54e012b-755e-4d7d-81fe-37249e6d80a3" data-vars-headline="Holiday shows on stage at Twin Cities theaters" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/holidays" target="_self">holiday season</a> is upon us! Here&#x27;s what&#x27;s on stage at local theaters this year.🔔 &quot;<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Chaos of the Bells" data-vars-click-url="https://hennepinarts.org/events/the-chaos-of-the-bells-2025" data-vars-content-id="b54e012b-755e-4d7d-81fe-37249e6d80a3" data-vars-headline="Holiday shows on stage at Twin Cities theaters" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://hennepinarts.org/events/the-chaos-of-the-bells-2025" target="_blank">Chaos of the Bells</a>&quot; is this year&#x27;s laugh-out-loud Brave New Workshop sketch holiday show.<ul><li>Now -Jan. 17. $55+</li></ul>

Twin Cities' new "pumpkin concierges" turn porches into fall art

Packages range from hundreds to thousands of dollars.

A growing field of &quot;<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="pumpkin concierges" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2025/09/14/porch-pumpkin-delivery" data-vars-content-id="bf8944a2-2472-4a4a-b912-7f7f6c3ceb9c" data-vars-headline="Twin Cities&#x27; new &quot;pumpkin concierges&quot; turn porches into fall art" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2025/09/14/porch-pumpkin-delivery" target="_self">pumpkin concierges</a>&quot; will deliver custom-designed gourd displays for those willing to drop serious dollars on their seasonal decor.The big picture: Professional porch decorating is becoming big business, with services cropping up in cities ranging from <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Denver" data-vars-click-url="https://www.denverporchpumpkins.com/" data-vars-content-id="bf8944a2-2472-4a4a-b912-7f7f6c3ceb9c" data-vars-headline="Twin Cities&#x27; new &quot;pumpkin concierges&quot; turn porches into fall art" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.denverporchpumpkins.com/" target="_blank">Denver</a> to <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Washington, D.C." data-vars-click-url="https://www.pumpkincityporches.com/" data-vars-content-id="bf8944a2-2472-4a4a-b912-7f7f6c3ceb9c" data-vars-headline="Twin Cities&#x27; new &quot;pumpkin concierges&quot; turn porches into fall art" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.pumpkincityporches.com/" target="_blank">Washington, D.C.</a><ul><li>At least two — <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Pumpkin Lane Delivery" data-vars-click-url="https://pumpkinlanedelivery.com/" data-vars-content-id="bf8944a2-2472-4a4a-b912-7f7f6c3ceb9c" data-vars-headline="Twin Cities&#x27; new &quot;pumpkin concierges&quot; turn porches into fall art" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://pumpkinlanedelivery.com/" target="_blank">Pumpkin Lane Delivery</a> and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Sota Pumpkins" data-vars-click-url="https://www.sotapumpkins.com/?fbclid=IwY2xjawNDkxxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFMcWQ5UE1iczFHdXM5RVJmAR7KwIE_SZp4cLrWd9tx1wq3XL4ITQFUbTd9lPAtss2rGKigPqGQ1vDYYDSF1g_aem_RPnUftC_ifGFMkpIWEZyAQ" data-vars-content-id="bf8944a2-2472-4a4a-b912-7f7f6c3ceb9c" data-vars-headline="Twin Cities&#x27; new &quot;pumpkin concierges&quot; turn porches into fall art" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.sotapumpkins.com/?fbclid=IwY2xjawNDkxxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFMcWQ5UE1iczFHdXM5RVJmAR7KwIE_SZp4cLrWd9tx1wq3XL4ITQFUbTd9lPAtss2rGKigPqGQ1vDYYDSF1g_aem_RPnUftC_ifGFMkpIWEZyAQ" target="_blank">Sota Pumpkins</a> — have recently launched in the Twin Cities.</li></ul>

Tips for a safe Fourth

Here's some official guidance on fireworks, when to call 911, and more.

Holidays

July 4 is often one of the busiest days of the year for emergency dispatchers. Here&#x27;s some advice from authorities to make their lives easier — and your Fourth more fun.

Now showing: Holiday performances to get you in spirit

Local theaters are going big for the holidays

Friday is the unofficial start of the holiday season and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Twin Cities" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities" data-vars-content-id="67837954-3f56-494e-b442-ef5491e67665" data-vars-headline="Now showing: Holiday performances to get you in spirit" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities" target="_self">Twin Cities</a> theaters have a deep slate of productions to get you in the spirit. Here&#x27;s a roundup of some of them.

Minnesotan wins pumpkin weigh-off with 2,471-pound gourd

The giant gourd will be turned into a  jack-o'-lantern.

A Minnesota horticulture teacher remains the reigning champ of <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="growing ridiculously large pumpkins" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2024/09/21/largest-pumpkins-in-america-weight-contest" data-vars-content-id="4462c20a-b6ae-477b-8848-7441a68fe98c" data-vars-headline="Minnesotan wins pumpkin weigh-off with 2,471-pound gourd" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2024/09/21/largest-pumpkins-in-america-weight-contest" target="_self">growing ridiculously large pumpkins</a>. The big picture: A giant gourd grown by Travis Gienger of Anoka was crowned the winner of the Safeway World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off in Northern California on Monday.

What's closed in Minnesota on Juneteenth

The newest state holiday may affect opening hours. We run down what's likely open and closed.

Minnesota will mark Black Americans&#x27; emancipation from slavery by observing the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Juneteenth holiday" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2023/06/19/juneteenth-federal-holiday-banks-closed" data-vars-content-id="6863fc44-7ecc-446d-9ac5-39ad3bbcb3ef" data-vars-headline="What&#x27;s closed in Minnesota on Juneteenth" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2023/06/19/juneteenth-federal-holiday-banks-closed" target="_self">Juneteenth holiday</a> on Wednesday, June 19.Zoom in: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="The newest state holiday" data-vars-click-url="https://www.mprnews.org/story/2023/02/03/juneteenth-is-now-a-holiday-in-minnesota" data-vars-content-id="6863fc44-7ecc-446d-9ac5-39ad3bbcb3ef" data-vars-headline="What&#x27;s closed in Minnesota on Juneteenth" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.mprnews.org/story/2023/02/03/juneteenth-is-now-a-holiday-in-minnesota" target="_blank">The newest state holiday</a> may affect hours for some businesses and services. Here&#x27;s some of what will be open and closed: