Charles Schulz died a day before his final strip's release
The St. Paul native and Peanuts creator published his 17,897th strip posthumously, sealing a legacy that continues to charm fans worldwide. Following his passing in 2000, a heartwarming tribute to Schulz unfolded across the Twin Cities, with over 100 larger-than-life sculptures of his beloved characters gracing the cityscape. In my late Mother-in-law's West Side neighborhood, you'll even find Peanuts characters donning sombreros as a spirited nod to the area's lively Mexican community!