The Lenten season officially began yesterday. For those that are unaware, it is a Catholic tradition to give up meat on Fridays during Lent, which marks the return of beloved Fish Frys that anyone can enjoy.
Due to issues of anti-Asian hate and racism, the State of Minnesota is pushing to change the name of Asian carp-- a term used to describe four fish species that have infested many U.S. rivers and lakes-- to "invasive carp."
This is no joke. Zebra mussels are a super destructive invasive specials. Here's how the University of Minnesota is helping get a handle on the problem.