local
So Minnesota: The Post-It Note
By McShane, Sophie at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· July 8, 2026
· 1 min read
5 Eyewitness News is continuing its vibrant celebration of America’s 250th birthday by shining a spotlight on the remarkable ways Minnesota has helped shape the nation. Joe Mazan joins us to share the fascinating history behind one of the most beloved office inventions to ever come out of the sta...
Key takeaway Joe Mazan joins us to share the fascinating history behind one of the most beloved office inventions to ever come out of the state – the Post-it Note.
Why this matters
Local news anchors readers in their community — the people, places, and decisions that shape day-to-day life. The Minneapolis covers these stories because national outlets often won't.
About this story
Original reporting by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) . The Minneapolis surfaces reporting from trusted publishers and adds local editorial context so readers can quickly understand what a story means for their community. We attribute every source, link to the original report, and follow a documented editorial standards policy. To understand how stories are selected and reviewed, read our about page .
For the complete original report, visit KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) . Have a tip or correction? Contact our newsroom .
Category: local ·
Published: July 8, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
Get more The Minneapolis stories like this
Free weekly briefing covering local and other local news. Curated by our editorial team. No spam.
By subscribing you agree to our privacy policy . Unsubscribe anytime.
Frequently asked about this story
What is this story about? 5 Eyewitness News is continuing its vibrant celebration of America’s 250th birthday by shining a spotlight on the remarkable ways Minnesota has helped shape the nation. Joe Mazan joins us to share the fascinating history behind one of the most beloved office inventions to ever come out of the sta...
When was this published? This article was first published on July 8, 2026 by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) and curated for The Minneapolis readers.
Who reported this story? This story was reported by McShane, Sophie at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC). To learn more about how The Minneapolis selects and reviews stories, see our editorial standards .
Where can I find related coverage? See more local coverage from The Minneapolis, or browse our daily briefing and topic hubs .
← Back to all news
More local →
Today’s briefing
Subscribe to newsletter