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Danecdotes: This week in less-discussed history, Vol. VIII

A week marked by baseball, fireside chats and, of course, Irish saints

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Danecdotes: Super Bowl facts and figures

Some of the most interesting Super Bowl facts have nothing to do with the game

February 11, 2023 03:57 PM

Columns

Danecdotes: When it’s not too cold, go outside and enjoy winter

People love to stay where it's cozy during the winter, but there is plenty to do if you step out

January 13, 2023 06:01 AM

Sports

Danecdotes: Vikings leave many scratching their heads

The goings-on of the Minnesota Vikings have your local sports writer truly flummoxed

January 04, 2023 03:01 PM

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Danecdotes: 2022 memorable for Tigers, Patriots

In 2022, both schools’ athletic teams found a level of success that I would argue is uncommon for many school districts.

December 30, 2022 07:01 AM

By Dan Determan

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Danecdotes: A ‘Christmas music-hater’s’ favorite holiday tunes

I don't care much for Christmas music, but it's not all bad

December 16, 2022 06:01 AM

By Dan Determan

Columns

Danecdotes: This week in less-discussed history, Vol. VII

A brief look at a few low-key historical events that occurred Sept. 11-17

September 16, 2022 06:01 AM

By Dan Determan

Sports

Danecdotes: Expect small improvements from new-look Vikings

The 2022 season already feels different for the Vikings, but I don't expect it to look too different.

August 30, 2022 06:01 AM

By Dan Determan

Columns

Danecdotes: My time as a cyber crime victim

I was almost on the hook for a $200 purchase I did not make

August 23, 2022 07:01 AM

By Dan Determan

Sports

Danecdotes: Hey big spenders … in Minnesota?!

I'm not used to Minnesota teams making waves in the trade and free agent markets, but more and more, they're doing just that.

August 06, 2022 07:01 AM

By Dan Determan

Prep

Pequot Lakes area hockey association helps kids learn the sport

The first season for an aspiring hockey player is free

July 16, 2022 03:01 PM

By Dan Determan

Columns

Danecdotes: The magic of movie theaters

My recent return to the movie theater has been an enjoyable one

July 14, 2022 07:01 AM

By Dan Determan

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Danecdotes: Spring is for the birds; summer is for the bugs

Summer can be lots of fun, if you remember the bug spray

June 11, 2022 07:01 AM

By Dan Determan