Minnesota State Wire

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

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

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

Rep. Ilhan Omar addresses funding cuts and community engagements

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...

Rep. Ilhan Omar honors community leaders and criticizes USPS plans

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...

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Study examines age of groundwater and nitrate trends in southeast Minnesota

By Minnesota State Wire | Feb 20, 2025

A recent study conducted by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, the University of Minnesota’s Minnesota Geological Survey, and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has provided insights into groundwater age and nitrate trends in...

Rep. Ilhan Omar promotes racial equity in healthcare through discussions

By Minnesota State Wire | Feb 20, 2025

Rep. Ilhan Omar engages with community members through discussions on racial equity in healthcare and visits cultural exhibits highlighting historical struggles for voting rights by Black Americans in Minnesota during February of this year

Minnesota opens grant applications to boost specialty crop market competitiveness

Applications are now open for grants from the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) aimed at boosting the competitiveness of both domestic and international markets for specialty crops grown in Minnesota.

Public meeting scheduled for Hwy 57 roundabout project in Mantorville

The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) has announced a public meeting to discuss the upcoming roundabout and resurfacing project at the intersection of Highway 57 and Dodge County Road 16 in Mantorville.

Minnesota Department of Agriculture opens applications for meat education grants

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) has opened the application process for the 2025 Agricultural Growth, Research, and Innovation (AGRI) Meat Education and Training (MEAT) Grant Program.

Rep. Ilhan Omar addresses funding cuts and diversity challenges

In recent tweets dated February 18-19, 2025, Rep. Ilhan Omar discussed federal funding cuts to education programs under Donald Trump's administration and highlighted initiatives supporting workplace diversity amid perceived challenges from current...

Rep. Ilhan Omar discusses financial caps and local collaborations

Rep. Ilhan Omar addressed several issues on February 19, including financial regulation changes under different administrations and local government collaboration in Minnesota.

Rep. Ilhan Omar discusses key issues affecting Minnesotans

In a series of tweets dated February 17-18, 2025, Rep. Ilhan Omar congratulated entrepreneur Lutunji Abram and expressed concern over a plane crash involving Delta Airlines at Toronto Pearson Airport.

MnDOT schedules public meeting for Mesaba Avenue bridges project

The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) is organizing a public meeting to discuss the upcoming Mesaba Avenue bridges project in Duluth.

MnDOT schedules public meeting for Hwy 2/169 corridor study

The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) will conduct a public meeting on February 25 at the Yanmar Arena in Grand Rapids.

Minnesota begins testing raw cow's milk for H5N1 flu virus