Americans will celebrate National Taco Day on Oct. 7, and voters in Forum Communications' annual Best of the Best contests have recommendations on where to enjoy the best tacos.| Best of the Midwest
With its motto, "Step Inside and See the World," the theatre invites visitors and local residents alike to enjoy shows from as far away as China and as close by as its backyard.| Homepage
Whether you're looking for a weekend getaway or a longer stay, there's a Minnesota lake resort for you.| Homepage
Visit the Northern Plains Botanic Garden Society in Fargo, North Dakota, or the Reptile Gardens in Rapid City, South Dakota for end-of-summer blooms.| Homepage
If you're looking for family-friendly things to do in Mitchell, look no further. Forum staff have recommended some staff favorites for kids and families.| Homepage
The opera house opened in 1907 and still features all its original features, from Bavarian-style architecture to hand-painted murals. It is now home to a social club, "Frosty's," and weekly exhibits, movie nights, and dance classes.| Homepage
The Fagen Fighters WII Museum south of Granite Falls, Minnesota, is home to dozens of airworthy fighter planes and bombers, and has plenty of stories to tell of the people who flew them.| Homepage
Minnesota's oldest state park is home to the Mississippi River Headwaters and a 22-mile drive from Park Rapids.| Homepage
The city's downtown water tower was repainted in 1987 to resemble a giant fishing bobber, and quickly became an iconic Minnesota landmark.| Homepage
The peak rises more than 1,700 feet above Lake Carlos State Park in Otter Tail County, and provides panoramic views of the surrounding area.| Homepage
The land has been transformed over the past two decades by owners Kent Scheer and Vicki Chepulis into a sanctuary for wildlife and a peaceful retreat for the public.| Homepage
The Otter Tail County farm has become a destination for families looking to pick their own strawberries around Father's Day, and their own pumpkins come the fall months.| Homepage
The Grand Army of the Republic Hall was constructed 140 years ago and today looks largely the same, thanks to a decision by the Civil War veterans who built it.| Homepage
Downtown Park Rapids is home to candy shops, murals and sculptures by artists local and international, and a historical theater.| Homepage
The rest area, near Lake Latoka, ranks 62nd in the United States, according to a new survey of truckers and drivers.| Best of the Midwest
You're invited to spend an afternoon ducking in and out of shops in downtown Dickinson. Finish off your night with a meal at voter-recommended restaurants.| Best of the Midwest
Ranked on patty, bread, toppings, creativity and wait staff, the competition was neck and neck, as the top four burgers all ranked within a score of .09 from each other.| Best of the Midwest
The Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness along the U.S.-Canada border in Minnesota is designated as an International Dark Sky Sanctuary by DarkSky International, making it a perfect location to watch activity in the night sky.| Park Rapids Enterprise | Park Rapids, Minnesota
Now that the season's begun to turn, it's time to buckle up for a drive to see the fall foliage in northeastern Minnesota. Here's a few favorite spots around the Duluth area.| Park Rapids Enterprise | Park Rapids, Minnesota
International Coffee Day is celebrated Oct. 1, and voters in Forum Communications' annual Best of the Best contests know where to grab their favorite brews.| Park Rapids Enterprise | Park Rapids, Minnesota
The brewhouse moved to its current location on Highway 71 in December 2023, after eight years in downtown Willmar.| Best of the Midwest
