AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoMinnesota Culture & Lifestyle: Somali arts in Minneapolis: Saanta Collective’s “GAAF” blends traditional Somali wedding-afterparty storytelling with modern dance at the Barbara Barker Center, spotlighting Somali creatives and community memory. Local community life: New Ulm summer kickoff: The city rolls out parks, splash pads, and youth programming through Labor Day, leaning on its large per-capita park system for family-friendly plans. Caregiving and aging support: A.C.E. volunteer growth in Lyon County: The senior-focused A.C.E. program reports a big jump in volunteer hours, reaching more than 35,000 hours in 2025. Higher education spotlight: Macalester on liberal arts value: A Citizens League segment highlights how Macalester frames the payoff of a liberal arts education for students and the region. Public safety and trust: Minneapolis police leadership shakeup: Coverage continues around Chief Brian O’Hara’s resignation after allegations tied to interference in a sexual misconduct investigation. Arts + activism: Joan Baez on pop stars: Baez urges today’s musicians to use their platforms for political action, pointing to how “The Times They Are a-Changin’” still fits modern protests.
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