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 State Parks Offer Winter Camping and Lodging
Great winter camping and lodging opportunities are waiting for you in Minnesota State Parks across the state.
Dreaded Norovirus (Stomach Flu) Spiking Across Minnesota
Tis the season to catch something. First Influenza, COVID, RSV, and the common cold -- and now it appears Norovirus is the next big thing.
Bundle Up, Coldest Air of the Season Coming to Minnesota
We've had it pretty easy from Old Man Winter so far this season across Minnesota. We've had a few recent shots of cold, but things are about to get serious.
This Is Exactly Why it Hurts So Bad to Be a Minnesota Vikings Fan
Ever wonder if our combined experience as Vikings fans is the same as other teams? There's a clear answer here.
Minnesota State Fair Makes 2025 Country Grandstand Announcement
Think corndogs, cold beer, and country music in the Minnesota State Fair grandstand, and its all just 218 days away.
10 Super-Fun Things to Do This Winter in Minnesota
Nobody keeps better track of all the fun things to do all year long than the fun-loving team at Explore Minnesota, and winter is no exception.
Minnesotans Can Fish for Free with Kids This Weekend
During this three-day weekend (Monday is MLK, Jr. Day), any Minnesota resident can go fishing for free if fishing with a child 15 years old or younger.
Once-In-a-Lifetime Comet Viewing in Minnesota Sky Tonight
There's a comet in the Minnesota sky that doesn't make it around to these parts very often. By these parts, I mean our solar system. By very often, I mean 160,000 years.
What the Cluck? Where Are the Eggs (and Why So Expensive)?
Have you tried to purchase eggs at the grocery store lately? First of all, the shelves are pretty bare -- and what eggs are there are priced thorough the roof.
How to Help California Fire Victims (and Avoid the Scammers)
We're a giving bunch here in Minnesota. When we see people suffering, we look for ways to help. The wildfires in southern California have left us wondering what we can do.