AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoImmigration & Courts: The DOJ is suing Minnesota to force the state to turn over SNAP (food assistance) data, escalating a fight over federal access to Minnesotans’ personal records. LGBTQ+ Rights: Minneapolis repealed its decades-old ban on gay bathhouses and adult sex venues, moving toward regulation instead of prohibition. Workforce Training: Federal Pell Grant funding is starting for short-term workforce training, but few programs qualify—raising questions for Minnesota students and employers. Education & Community: Onamia schools rolled out summer credit recovery and a slate of student opportunities after a packed end-of-year celebration. Local Governance & Public Safety: Duluth approved a more than 10% pay raise for Police Chief Mike Ceynowa, despite concerns about lawsuits and the city deficit. Culture & Conversation: A Q&A with Ben Durheim explores how rural and urban communities can communicate without trying to “fix” each other. Health & Daily Life: “Food noise” is getting major research attention, especially after GLP-1 drugs appeared to quiet constant preoccupation with food. Arts: Two overlapping exhibitions of artist Tom Paquette’s work are on view, including tiny gouache landscapes.
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