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News from February 2025

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Minnesota: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 1.6% of income in 2022

By Minnesota State Wire | Feb 28, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 1.6% of income in Minnesota, providing an average of $1,103 per capita to residents.

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MnDOT adjusts frost zone load restrictions starting March 3

By Minnesota State Wire | Feb 28, 2025

The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) will implement changes to load restrictions starting March 3.

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Minnesota opens applications for produce safety mini-grant program

By Minnesota State Wire | Feb 27, 2025

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) has announced that applications are now open for the 2025 Produce Safety Mini-Grant.

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MnDOT announces public meeting for Hwy 169/282/9 interchange project

By Minnesota State Wire | Feb 27, 2025

The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) has announced a public meeting scheduled for March 12 to discuss the upcoming construction project at the Highway 169 and Highway 282/County Road 9 interchange in Jordan.

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Wood pile burning scheduled on Hwy 16 in Whalan

By Minnesota State Wire | Feb 26, 2025

Residents and travelers near Whalan, Minnesota, should expect to see the burning of wood piles along Highway 16 starting the week of March 3.

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Minnesota expands disaster recovery loans for farmers affected by animal disease outbreaks

By Minnesota State Wire | Feb 26, 2025

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Rural Finance Authority (RFA) Board has announced an expansion in the eligibility for its zero-interest Disaster Recovery Loans.

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MnDOT announces open house for Highway 11 project in Roseau

By Minnesota State Wire | Feb 26, 2025

The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) is organizing an open house to discuss the upcoming Highway 11 project in Roseau.

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2025: Measles cases in Minnesota up as of week ending Feb. 22

By S. J. Grace | Feb 25, 2025

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in Minnesota for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 1-9, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending Feb. 15.

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Minnesota brands join expo west to expand market presence

By Minnesota State Wire | Feb 25, 2025

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is preparing to host ten local brands at the Natural Products Expo West tradeshow, part of its Make it Minnesota Program.

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Winter load increases in Metro, South, Southeast frost zones to end Feb. 28

By Minnesota State Wire | Feb 25, 2025

The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) announced that winter load increases in the Metro, South, and Southeast frost zones will conclude at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, February 28.

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Minnesota sees 2 H-1B petitions from employers classified under the Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction industry during 2024

By Minnesota State Wire | Feb 24, 2025

Employers classified under the Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction industry based in Minnesota submitted two H-1B petitions during 2024.

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Common Cause Minnesota opposes new redistricting bill HF550/SF824

By Minnesota State Wire | Feb 24, 2025

Common Cause Minnesota has voiced opposition to a proposed redistricting bill, HF550/SF824, urging legislators to reject it.

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Rep. Ilhan Omar highlights community engagements during Black History Month

By Minnesota State Wire | Feb 22, 2025

Rep. Ilhan Omar engaged with local organizations on February 22nd, highlighting efforts such as visiting a museum exhibit on voting rights and discussing federal support for a Minneapolis food shelf amidst rising demand projections

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Rep. Ilhan Omar hosts town hall meeting and honors local leaders

By Minnesota State Wire | Feb 22, 2025

U.S Congresswoman Ilhan Omar recently engaged with her constituents during a town hall meeting held in St. Louis Park on February 22, 2025.

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Rep. Ilhan Omar addresses funding cuts and community engagements

By Minnesota State Wire | Feb 22, 2025

Rep. Ilhan Omar's recent tweets highlight her activities focused on addressing federal funding cuts impacting education programs and engaging with community leaders during Black History Month as well as promoting workplace diversity amid policy...

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Rep. Ilhan Omar honors community leaders and criticizes USPS plans

By Minnesota State Wire | Feb 22, 2025

In recent tweets dated February 21-22, 2025, Rep. Ilhan Omar highlighted local leadership achievements while voicing opposition against proposed changes to USPS management under former President Trump’s administration plan involving Commerce...

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Rep. Ilhan Omar engages with local leaders to strengthen community ties

By Minnesota State Wire | Feb 22, 2025

Rep. Ilhan Omar has been actively engaging with local leaders such as Robbinsdale Mayor Brad Sutton and attending meetings like those of the Crystal City Council to discuss federal support for their communities.

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Rep. Ilhan Omar highlights local initiatives focused on community welfare

By Minnesota State Wire | Feb 21, 2025

In a series of tweets dated February 20-21, Rep. Ilhan Omar discussed her engagement with important community issues including Black women's health and support for local organizations like Tubman and Joyce Uptown Food Shelf.

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Minnesota educators invited to join expanded “Cream of the Crop” contest

By Minnesota State Wire | Feb 21, 2025

Educators in Minnesota are invited to participate in the 2025 Minnesota Grown Cream of the Crop Contest, aimed at Farm to School and Early Care initiatives.

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Lane closures expected near Highway 14 in Rochester on February 24

By Minnesota State Wire | Feb 21, 2025

Motorists in Rochester should prepare for lane closures at the intersection of Highway 14 and Broadway Avenue on Monday, February 24.