Immigration & Local Economy: Appleton is bracing for a major shift as CoreCivic’s Prairie Correctional Facility deal with ICE means up to 1,600 detainees, raising hopes for jobs and tax dollars while also triggering uncertainty about community oversight. Prison Oversight: CoreCivic’s sale of the Leavenworth prison to the federal government could undercut local control and revive questions about humane treatment and property-tax impacts. State Politics & Rural Life: At Farmfest, Minnesota governor candidates sparred over fraud, property taxes, immigration enforcement, and rural healthcare—while Klobuchar faced GOP challengers Mike Lindell, Lisa Demuth, and Kendall Qualls. WNBA Culture War: Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham says she wants the focus back on basketball after her comments on transgender athletes sparked rallies and national debate, as Minnesota Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve and others keep weighing in. Weekend Picks: This weekend’s Minnesota lineup includes the new “Titanic: An Immersive Voyage” in Minneapolis plus major Irish Fest and the Uptown Art Fair. Community & Housing: St. Paul begins clearing Pig’s Eye Park encampment, with advocates pressing on where residents will go next.