President Trump said in a post over the weekend that the “Biden FBI” put agents in the crowd on January 6, 2021. Trump, not Biden, was president on January 6, 2021. READ: https://fluence-media.co/47b9jF1
One of the best restrooms in the country is in Minnesota. SEE: https://fluence-media.co/3WClGVy
On Sunday Take, State Demographer Susan Brower warns of slow growth and increased pressure on public budgets. LISTEN: https://fluence-media.co/42Bprhz
Today’s WCCO Radio morning take at 6:20 with Vineeta Sawkar. LISTEN: https://fluence-media.co/4h80vEp
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HIGHERED: Via Minnesota State, VERBATIM: “For the third year in a row, enrollment at the colleges and universities of Minnesota State is up over the previous year. The increase is driven largely by initiatives focused on keeping the cost of college affordable for all Minnesotans while delivering in-demand programs and quality instruction that prepares students for the workforce. As of the 30th day of Fall term 2025, credit headcount enrollment for Minnesota State:
Increased 5.2% at Minnesota State colleges
Increased 2.3% at Minnesota State universities
Increased 4.2% for the system as a whole.
This follows an increase of 7.7% for the system as a whole in 2024 and 2.3% in 2023.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/3VZBCB8
RECESSION: The Hill quotes a Moody’s analysis that lists Minnesota among 22 states that “are either in a recession or on the verge of a downturn.” QUOTE: “Mark Zandi, chief economist at Moody’s Analytics, said the state’s problems stem from a mix of slowed-down immigration, increasing tariffs and federal job cuts.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/4h532z8
FASTENAL: Via The Wall Street Journal, VERBATIM: “[Winona-based] Fastenal reported higher third-quarter sales, shrugging off a difficult industry backdrop driven by reduced construction activity. The fastener and tool distributor posted net income of $335.5 million, or 29 cents a share, up from $298.1 million, or 26 cents a share, the year prior. Analysts had expected 30 cents a share, according to FactSet. Shares rose 3% to $47.18 in premarket trading. Fastenal reported $2.13 billion in sales, in line with Wall Street’s expectations and up from $1.91 billion the year before.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/4h94Wi7
3M: Via barchart, VERBATIM: “The conglomerate is set to announce its Q3 results before the market opens on Tuesday, Oct. 21. Ahead of the event, analysts expect 3M to report a non-GAAP profit of $2.11 per share, up 6.6% from $1.98 per share reported in the year-ago quarter . . . For the full fiscal 2025, 3M’s adjusted EPS is expected to come in at $7.95, up 8.9% from $7.30 reported in 2024. While in fiscal 2026, its earnings are expected to grow 6.9% year-over-year to $8.50 per share.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/4mVnFit
BROADBAND: Comcast is rewriting the broadband playbook in the Twin Cities. From neighborhood networks to next-gen tech, we’re delivering community-first internet connectivity with no contracts, no surprises. The new Xfinity package means unlimited data, blazing-fast, reliable speeds and a 5-year price guarantee, plus free mobile for a year. It’s not the old Comcast — it’s a bold new era of connection. Let’s power the future, together. LEARN MORE: https://fluence-media.co/Comcast2025-1 (SPONSORED: Comcast)
BEER: Beers from Minneapolis’ Northbound Smokehouse & Brewpub and Big Lake’s Lupulin Brewing Co. brought home gold medals from the Great American Beer Festival over the weekend. Minneapolis’ Pryes Brewing Co. and Saint Paul’s BlackStack Brewing also earned medals. SEE: https://fluence-media.co/4nImAMh
MEASLES: Via Minnesota Reformer, VERBATIM: “The number of Minnesota parents claiming non-medical exemptions to routine vaccinations has more than doubled in recent years, likely fueling the recent emergence of new measles cases, including two last week. Minnesota has reported 20 measles cases this year, with all recent cases in unvaccinated people.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/47mrCbt
ROBBINSDALE: Via CCX Media, VERBATIM: “The city of Robbinsdale will pay $1.2 million to settle a lawsuit that was filed after police shot a suicidal man five years ago. Robbinsdale City Manager Tim Sandvik told the city council that the total value of the settlement is nearly $3.2 million. The League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust will pay $2 million of that cost, leaving the city to pay the balance. Council members unanimously approved the settlement on Tuesday, Oct. 7.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/476Mhz9
MINNEAPOLIS: Via Sahan Journal, VERBATIM: “All 13 Minneapolis City Council wards are up for election this year, with around four dozen candidates vying for the seats. Three sitting council members — Jeremiah Ellison, Andrea Jenkins and Emily Koski — are not running for reelection, and several more face high profile challenges. Currently, a veto-proof progressive majority controls the City Council, but that could change if some moderate candidates win this election.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/3ISclWB
ST PAUL: Via Insight News, VERBATIM: “The Saint Paul Federation of Educators (SPFE) last week endorsed incumbent Mayor Melvin Carter, citing his steadfast leadership and commitment to Saint Paul’s students, educators, and families. This latest endorsement cements what is now Mayor Carter’s strongest and most united campaign coalition to date, Carter’s campaign said in a press statement.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/4nNHBVV
CELEBRATING 70 YEARS: The Pine Bend refinery in Rosemount is a landmark like no other – the tall columns and bright lights can be seen from miles away. Generations of workers have helped operate, maintain and transform the refinery, making it one of the nation’s most innovative and efficient energy facilities of its kind. This year, Flint Hills Resources celebrates 70 years of dedicated employees at the Pine Bend refinery who have produced the fuels that help move us forward. LEARN MORE: About the Pine Bend refinery (SPONSORED: Flint Hills Resources Pine Bend refinery)
SKYWAYS: Minneapolis Councilmember Katie Cashman talked this morning on WCCO-Radio about efforts to improve skyway access – including reopening it later and on weekends – and what she’s hearing from property owners. CASHMAN: “…certain bottlenecks that they have, particular buildings where they don’t have a revenue-generating business in the building after hours like a parking ramp or a business that’s open later on the evenings or on the weekends. It’s hard for them to fulfill the cost of the lighting and the security and the other things that they need to keep it open.” LISTEN: https://fluence-media.co/4hbhWnJ
BROOKLYN PARK: Via CCX Media, VERBATIM: “The city of Brooklyn Park celebrated the opening of the new Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity ReStore on Friday. Described as where ‘Menards meets Goodwill,’ ReStore is a nonprofit home improvement store and donation center that raises money for Habitat for Humanity housing projects.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/42GcYt4
FRESH15: The latest season of Fresh15 includes interviews with new Minnesota House members. So far, five new members have shared their goals, background and fun facts before they take office in a historic session this January.
Rep. Kari Rehrauer
Rep. Wayne Johnson
Rep. Julie Greene
Rep. Keith Allen
Rep. Peter Johnson
Follow on your favorite podcast platform, or at www.TheDailyAgenda.com/Podcasts. (SPONSORED: Minnesota Telecom Alliance)
TOMORROW: Via Minnesota Spokesman Recorder, VERBATIM: “More than five years after George Floyd’s murder by Minneapolis police, community members continue to demand justice and systemic change. On Tuesday, October 14, at 5:30 p.m., the Twin Cities Coalition for Justice will host a public gathering at the Hennepin County Government Center (300 S. 5th St.) to honor Floyd’s life and legacy while calling for accountability from city and state leaders.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/3ISd229
NEXT MONTH: Via MPR, VERBATIM: “A crowd of about 2,000 people is expected to turn out next month when Split Rock Lighthouse and the Minnesota Historical Society host a memorial to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald on Nov. 10.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/48o8bjy
MOVE: Via Twin Cities Business, VERBATIM: “When Riverbridge Partners relocated from the 12th to the 15th floor of the IDS Center, its goal of creating a functional space that reflected the firm’s values of collaboration, innovation, and client service was top of mind. The move reduced storage space but added 15-foot ceilings, a fireplace, and spaces for both in-person collaboration and remote meeting privacy.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/4h9mxGW
BEER: Via Axios, VERBATIM: “The owners of North Loop’s Berlin Music Bar are planning to bring a new hospitality concept to the former Wild Mind brewery in South Minneapolis. What to expect: The plan is to keep a brewing component while also adding food, Kylie Purtell of Blue Fox Concepts told Axios.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/492xDLJ
THURSDAY: Via U.S. Bank, VERBATIM: “U.S. Bancorp (NYSE: USB) will release its third quarter 2025 earnings results before the market opens on Thursday October 16, 2025.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/46QCwF4
DECEMBER: Via Bring Me The News, VERBATIM: “The Canadian Pacific Holiday Train is preparing to make its way across the Midwest this December, with the schedule for its visit to Minnesota now released. The festive train will arrive in Minnesota on Friday, Dec. 12, stopping first in La Crescent before making its way along the Mississippi River to the Twin Cities that weekend.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/3L8wA2P
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HALLOWEEN: Via Bring Me The News, VERBATIM: “While many Halloween events around the Twin Cities are aimed at adults, there are plenty of activities that will entertain revelers of all ages. Whether you’re looking for crafts, parades, concerts, or movies, we’ve got suggestions.” LIST: https://fluence-media.co/4pYRCB0
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