
Women in Politics Series: Talking With Three MN Legislators
Part of our 12-part series of Women in Politics

Sprouting From Roots Around Little Falls
Founded in 2012 by a league of women invested in collective economic and community development, Sprout connects growers and eaters. After the operation grew too big for one farm, a facility was built with commercial-level amenities to support family-level farmers.

In Finland, Minnesota, Community Is a Verb
This type of community attracts people who value it. Our job is to nurture that so it continues.

The Value of Slow Money and Regional Food Systems
Our American culture cultivates a belief that you want to make as much money as fast as possible.

Commentary: Regarding Ukraine
Reprinted with permission from Minnesota Prairie Roots
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More Than a Ride
Volunteer drivers provide bridge to independence for elders

Sovereign Science
Instead of relying on governments, Indigenous scientists and allies gather water quality data themselves.

This Life Rocks
When I was six, I started a kindness project called This Life Rocks. At the time, my dad was recovering from his first cancer, and I was struggling with selective mutism.

Seeking Agricultural Equity
It is not easy to access and maintain land, and Minnesota farmers — especially those of color and those who want to use sustainable practices — are struggling.

Minnesota Housing Experts Discuss the Shortage
The minority voices who are against affordable housing have a lot of power and control.

Housing Advocacy Organizations
The mission of organizations that are addressing housing insecurities

Training Health Care Workers in a Crisis
There are so many holes; the ship is sinking,


For 2025 coverage, Minnesota Women’s Press earned a community leadership award, three photography awards, and four editorial awards, including for coverage of social issues and for our Spring 2025 “Know Your Rights” special section supported by Unidos MN. Our publisher was named Journalist of the Year by Violence Free Minnesota for gender-based violence coverage.