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Nfib minnesota notes optimism rise amid continued uncertainty for small businesses

By Minnesota State Wire | Aug 18, 2025

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Small Business Optimism Index increased by 1.7 points in July, reaching 100.3, which is slightly above its 52-year average.

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Minnesota opens applications for Dairy Profitability Enhancement Grant

By Minnesota State Wire | Aug 15, 2025

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) has opened the application process for organizations interested in administering the Dairy Profitability Enhancement Program (DPEP).

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Rep. Ilhan Omar comments on homelessness policy, Social Security threats, and veteran housing

By Minnesota State Wire | Aug 15, 2025

Rep. Ilhan Omar used social media on August 14-15, 2025 to address federal approaches to homelessness policy under Donald Trump, defend Social Security against proposed Republican reforms, and announce funding secured for veteran housing projects...

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Austin woman sentenced for long-term social security fraud involving deceased mother's identity

By Minnesota State Wire | Aug 14, 2025

Mavious Redmond, a 54-year-old resident of Austin, Minnesota, has been sentenced to one year and one day in prison followed by a year of supervised release for orchestrating a long-term Social Security fraud scheme.

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Former college professor pleads guilty to $670K embezzlement scheme

By Minnesota State Wire | Aug 13, 2025

James Anthony Kroger, a former professor at Gustavus Adolphus College and licensed attorney, pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court to one count of wire fraud.

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Minnesota Department of Agriculture seeks public input ahead of legislative planning

By Minnesota State Wire | Aug 13, 2025

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) has announced it is seeking input from the public as it prepares for the 2026 legislative session.

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State Rep. Natalie Zeleznikar highlights summer activities and legislative recognition

By Minnesota State Wire | Aug 13, 2025

Over the summer, Minnesota State Representative Natalie Zeleznikar (R-Two Harbors) has been active in community events across her district.

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Former college professor admits embezzling over $670K from real estate venture

By Minnesota State Wire | Aug 13, 2025

James Anthony Kroger, a former professor at Gustavus Adolphus College and licensed attorney, pleaded guilty to one count of wire fraud in U.S. District Court before Judge Donovan W. Frank.

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My Pillow CEO on Arkansas voting: 'Help save our country and get rid of the voting machines'

By Minnesota State Wire | Aug 12, 2025

Mike Lindell, CEO of MyPillow, has criticized Arkansas leadership for targeting Searcy County's decision to adopt hand-counted paper ballots.

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Rep. Finstad: 529 plan expansion will equip 'students to meet the demands of today's workforce'

By Minnesota State Wire | Aug 12, 2025

Brad Finstad, Representative of Minnesota, said that expanding 529 savings plans to include training and credentialing programs will better prepare students for current workforce needs.

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Rep. Fischbach on One Big Beautiful Bill: 'Minnesota farmers don’t want handouts - they want fewer regulations'

By Minnesota State Wire | Aug 12, 2025

Michelle Fischbach, Representative of Minnesota, said that the One Big Beautiful Bill will cut regulations and help farmers preserve their operations for future generations.

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Rep. Lewis: 'We have the tools to stop crime if our state and local public officials would stop listening to George Soros and the ACLU'

By Minnesota State Wire | Aug 12, 2025

Jason Lewis, a former U.S. Representative for Minnesota, has expressed his views on crime prevention, emphasizing the need for state and local leaders to reject the influence of figures like George Soros and organizations such as the American...

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Rep. Stauber: One Big Beautiful Bill will help 'modernize our air traffic control system'

By Minnesota State Wire | Aug 12, 2025

Pete Stauber, Representative of Minnesota, announced that funding from the One Big Beautiful Bill will be allocated to modernize the Duluth Air Traffic Control Tower, which is the third oldest in the United States.

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Plymouth man indicted for alleged $1 million embezzlement from Minneapolis real estate firm

By Minnesota State Wire | Aug 12, 2025

Christopher Erik Septon, a 52-year-old resident of Plymouth, Minnesota, has been indicted on charges related to the embezzlement of more than $1 million from his former employer.

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Repeat sex offender sentenced for coercion and enticement of minor in Duluth

By Minnesota State Wire | Aug 12, 2025

Dillon Alvan Reyna, 33, has been sentenced to 22 years in federal prison followed by 15 years of supervised release for coercion and enticement of a minor.

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Minnesota Department of Agriculture grants over $560K for meat processing workforce initiatives

By Minnesota State Wire | Aug 12, 2025

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) has announced the distribution of more than $560,000 in grants aimed at supporting workforce development and education in the state's meat processing sector.

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Ilhan Omar criticizes Trump over crypto fortune and economic transparency

By Minnesota State Wire | Aug 12, 2025

Representative Ilhan Omar posted a series of tweets on August 11 and 12 criticizing former President Donald Trump’s financial practices related to cryptocurrency and recent actions regarding federal jobs reports.

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League of American Workers Founder: ‘Trump recognizes the severe threat of the cartels’

By Minnesota State Wire | Aug 12, 2025

Steve Cortes, President and Founder of the League of American Workers, said President Trump's executive order designating cartels as terrorist organizations and his recent military order to go after the cartels show the administration is serious about protecting communities in Minnesota.

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Ilhan Omar addresses voting rights, VA labor policies and DOJ accountability

By Minnesota State Wire | Aug 8, 2025

Rep. Ilhan Omar posted several statements between August 6-8, focusing on voting rights protections, labor conditions for VA employees, and demands for Department of Justice accountability.

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Feeding Our Future leader sentenced for orchestrating largest Covid relief fraud scheme

By Minnesota State Wire | Aug 6, 2025

Abdiaziz Shafii Farah, 36, has been sentenced to 28 years in prison for his involvement in a $300 million fraud scheme that exploited a federally funded child nutrition program during the COVID-19 pandemic.