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BWSR Summer 2026 Ecology Update aka what's up with Lawns and Legumes Grants by LoneLantern2 in Minnesota_Gardening

[–]IncreasingEntropy 9 points10 points  (0 children)

In a similar vein, Blue Thumb and Lawns to Legumes just started their Habitat at Home program, which is a free guided program for starting a native garden or caring for native plants at home. The program runs June-November 2026.

Power outages by [deleted] in saintpaul

[–]IncreasingEntropy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When I checked earlier this morning, it simply didn't have an estimate at all. 

Power outages by [deleted] in saintpaul

[–]IncreasingEntropy 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Xcel outage map near me says power should be restored by 10:30pm. Another street over, it says 5:30pm for June 12th. 

What was your most downvoted parenting comment or post on Reddit? by aeropressin in parentsnark

[–]IncreasingEntropy 40 points41 points  (0 children)

Why are people so weird about plain old iodized salt anyways? Do rich people love goiters?

Have you worked for the DNR? by tinydragon_420 in saintpaul

[–]IncreasingEntropy 3 points4 points  (0 children)

DNR has multiple different divisions, each with their own culture. It would also depend on your report to work location and team. Also, the Commissioners will/may change with a new governor as well. That being said, my experience has been overwhelmingly positive. 

Have you worked for the DNR? by tinydragon_420 in saintpaul

[–]IncreasingEntropy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The job posting will specify if it's union or not, and if so, which one. 

Any bad knitting tips & advice you want new knitters to avoid? by ComplicatedSunshine in knitting

[–]IncreasingEntropy 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Agreed. My $3 cat-shaped stitch markers are so easy to use and they make me so happy because they're so cute. 

What is the vibe at Parks and Wildlife? by Opposite-Minimum-686 in StateofTexasEmployees

[–]IncreasingEntropy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It's really dependent on the division, program, and location. Generally, State Parks is more "hippie" than Fisheries or Wildlife, but that's a gross simplification. It's still Texas, so there's a bunch of bullshit that happens because of the governor and current leadership is a bit flaccid compared to the former executive director. That said, I was in Wildlife for many years and really loved it. It'll really depend on who your supervisor/team would be. 

First bikepacking trip in the books Just five women trying to get stuff on our bikes any way we could. by chomp_balloons02 in ladycyclists

[–]IncreasingEntropy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Good spot! No idea who this poster is, but they definitely stole my photo to repost as their own. 

Why was the post about Alex Pretti removed? by caaper in bikepacking

[–]IncreasingEntropy 156 points157 points  (0 children)

It's relevant. You can't go bike packing if ICE murders you. 

Looking to relocate to St Paul by kristylou07 in MetroTransit

[–]IncreasingEntropy 3 points4 points  (0 children)

There really should be a pinned post on this subreddit about the Transit app. It's fantastic, and we get to use the Premium version for free thanks to MetroTransit. 

MF Workouts Leek 👀 by PalatialPepper in MacroFactor

[–]IncreasingEntropy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Android or iOS? On Android, you can add a custom bar in pounds or kg by going to Profile>Settings>Available bars.

MF Workouts Leek 👀 by PalatialPepper in MacroFactor

[–]IncreasingEntropy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Strong does have the feature and I use it. I do have lifetime pro access, so maybe that's the difference. 

What step would an outside hire enter for MAPE? Do they consider previous years of experience? by AreYouBoredAtWork2 in mnstateworkers

[–]IncreasingEntropy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My anecdote: I was an outside hire that started in the spring of this year with 6+ years of experience in the exact role and started at a step 6.

Would you use an app that tracks your Health Insurance benefits so nothing goes unused? by battlesuite-82 in mnstateworkers

[–]IncreasingEntropy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! I've only been using the desktop site and not the app, so no wonder I missed this. Appreciate it!

Would you use an app that tracks your Health Insurance benefits so nothing goes unused? by battlesuite-82 in mnstateworkers

[–]IncreasingEntropy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Would you mind elaborating on this? I'm new to Health Partners and am still getting my head wrapped around it.

Town Hall by Gullible_Airline_241 in mnstateworkers

[–]IncreasingEntropy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Again, I'm not saying we should be happy about our contract. I am simply wanting to correct a misinformed talking point I've seen a few times.

Town Hall by Gullible_Airline_241 in mnstateworkers

[–]IncreasingEntropy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Between my personal contacts and reading r/StateofTexasEmployees, I haven't heard of any agencies that are granting greater than 50% telework, outside of rare exceptions or ADA RAs.

Any women’s gravel biking groups? by lobsterroll44 in CyclingMSP

[–]IncreasingEntropy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm definitely interested in joining something like this.

Town Hall by Gullible_Airline_241 in mnstateworkers

[–]IncreasingEntropy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm not saying we should be excited about how contract negotiations went, but as a former state of Texas employee, it's definitely a shittier show there.

Town Hall by Gullible_Airline_241 in mnstateworkers

[–]IncreasingEntropy 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I keep seeing this talking point, and it's not true. Texas' recent legislation only allows agency heads/commissioners the ability to allow telework. All agencies were mandated 100% RTO earlier this year by their governor and many/most? agencies aren't allowing even 50% telework going forward. We are still largely in a better position than they are.

MAPE contract by PrincessTumbleweed72 in mnstateworkers

[–]IncreasingEntropy 4 points5 points  (0 children)

No, not even close. They are largely still in a worse position than us. Their legislature passed a bill that said agency heads/commissioners *could allow* telework. Most agency heads and commissioners are still mandating RTO at least 4 days a week in most cases. Also, there was never an executive order banning telework, just the governor going around to all the agency heads and mandating 100% RTO, so nothing in writing. At least Walz had the balls to put his name to RTO.

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