AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoImmigration & ICE: Minneapolis and beyond keep wrestling with ICE’s presence and its impact on families and public life, from memorials for people killed by federal agents to protests and union pressure tied to the World Cup. Community & Culture: Vadnais Heights is hosting a free Juneteenth Freedom Day Festival with Black-owned vendors, a history/education hub, and hands-on art. Fashion & Local Business: Isaac Mizrahi is named Target’s first “creative director at large,” bringing Minneapolis fashion influence into broader in-house design and storytelling. Education & Transparency: Idaho and Minnesota universities are refusing public records requests for controversial course syllabi, citing trade-secret protections. Arts & Music: The Twin Cities Jazz Festival returns June 19–20 with free performances. Science & Research: UMD researchers are studying neutrinos to unlock secrets about the universe. Wild Rice Revival: New research suggests drones could help restore manoomin in the Upper Midwest. Sports: The Twins beat the Cardinals 5–4; and a South Eugene gender-diverse ultimate team fell short in a national invite final. Church & Sacred Heart: U.S. bishops meet in Orlando to strengthen the Church’s mission, centering the Sacred Heart.
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