$5 Bike Memberships + Minneapolis Leads In Pumpkin Spice

Happy Friday, people of Minneapolis! Here's everything you need to know about what's happening in town today.

You may be happy or annoyed — depending on your perspective — to learn that Minneapolis was rated the top "pumpkin spice city" in the nation, according to a recent survey.

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Today's weather: Rain in the afternoon. High: 62, low: 44.

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Here are the top stories today in Minneapolis:

1. Minneapolis is the top pumpkin spice city in the United States, according to a new survey. (CBS Minnesota)
2. Students who earn financial aid at the University of Minnesota are now eligible for $5 bike memberships. (Minnesota Daily)
3. The Minneapolis rock band "Home and Harbor" is raising money to replace a stolen equipment trailer. (Bring Me The News)
4. A new St. Paul rent proposal offers predictability for renters and landlords alike. (MinnPost)
5. A Minneapolis woman was sentenced to prison after killing a man over $60. (KTOE News)
6. A Minneapolis man was charged with conspiracy to distribute Fentanyl. (CBS Minnesota)

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Today in Minneapolis:

• Backyard composting webinar - Hennepin Environment. (Noon)
• Rescheduled: Justin Moore at the State Theatre. (4 p.m.)
• Homecoming against Edison - Roosevelt Senior High. (5 p.m.)
• Minnesota's Racial Legacy: Finally Telling the Truth. (6:30 p.m.)
• RESCHEDULED: Justin Moore The Late Nights and Longnecks Tour with Tracy Lawrence. (7 p.m.)
• NEEDTOBREATHE at The Armory. (7 p.m.)

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Minneapolis Patch Notebook

• City of Minneapolis Government: "Remember to bring your own bags when you shop. Starting Oct. 1, a bag from the store costs at least 5 cents. This is for less bag litter around Minneapolis, less raw materials wasted and fewer clogs in recycling machinery." (Facebook)
• Minneapolis Institute of Art: "Now on view in Gallery 353: British Watercolor Landscapes⁠ ⁠ ⁠ The tradition of English watercolor began in the 1700s." (Instagram)
• Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board: "Repairs to bike trails in regional parks and along parkways begin this week! This fall 8.2 miles of trail will be resurfaced at eight locations." (Facebook)
• Minneapolis Public Schools: "MPS is encouraging families who can transport their students to school on their own to do so, or to arrange transportation with friends and neighbors." (Facebook)

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