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'That's So Minnesota' Podcast Episode 12: Minneapolis v. St. Paul - Why the rivalry?

Things aren't as contentious between the two cities these days, but when did the competition between the Twin Cities begin?

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Minneapolis vs. St. Paul. It's a divide that has raged on for more than a century. Today, it's more a lighthearted debate, but back in the day, things got contentious on either side of the Mississippi River. So, how did this rivalry form? Host Ellery McCardle talks with two representatives from the Minnesota Historical Society. Dave Stevens works at the Mill City Museum in Minneapolis, and Jessica Sutherland is with the James J. Hill House in St. Paul, to square off in a friendly debate, and give some historical insight.

Credit: Ellery McCardle, KARE 11

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Credit: Ellery McCardle, KARE 11

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Minneapolis vs. St. Paul: Why the Rivalry?

Minneapolis vs. St. Paul. It's a divide that has raged on for more than a century. Today, it's more a lighthearted debate, but back in the day, things got contentious on either side of the Mississippi River. So, how did this rivalry form? Host Ellery McCar...

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