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HABITAT RESTORATION: Flint Hills Resources has earned Tandem Global WHC Gold Certification for habitat restoration at its Cottage Grove fuel terminal. The certification comes after two years of work in partnership with Friends of the Mississippi River to implement a restoration and monitoring plan to re-establish the 6.5-acre site’s natural prairie and savannah. Flint Hills has held gold certification for its work done with community partners over the past 25 years to restore more than 200 acres of the Pine Bend Bluffs, a critical natural area along the Mississippi River that is adjacent to Flint Hills Resources Pine Bend refinery. This makes two Flint Hills gold certified sites in Minnesota and the first two gold-certified sites ever in the Twin Cities. LEARN MORE: Environmental Stewardship (SPONSORED: Flint Hills Resources Pine Bend refinery)
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HEADING INTO THE WEEKEND…
TONIGHT: Via MPR, VERBATIM: “The Guthrie Theater will honor award-winning costume designer Paul Tazewell Friday night with its Distinguished Artist Award as Pride celebrations take place across Minnesota. Tazewell worked on costume design at the Guthrie from 1995 to 2008 and has gone on to become one of the most celebrated designers in theater and film.” LISTEN: https://fluence-media.co/4eEYZsA
TOMORROW: Via KSTP-TV, VERBATIM: “The Minnesota Historical Society is opening the doors to several of its historic sites and museums tomorrow — completely free.” WATCH: https://fluence-media.co/4eSVq2e
LEMONADE STAND: Via KROC-Radio, VERBATIM: “Five years ago, Noah and Cole Dingels set up a lemonade stand at a golf event hosted by the Minnesota-based nonprofit Tee It Up for the Troops. At the time, the boys were just 7 and 4 years old. That first year, they raised $359 and donated every penny to help veterans. Fast forward five years, and that little lemonade stand has now raised more than $60,000 for veterans and military families.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/4oMy56R
GREAT DANES: From Duluth shelter Animal Allies via Facebook, VERBATIM: “Today we took in an emergency surrender of NINE Great Dane puppies after their family experienced a devastating fire . . . Now, these nine growing pups are relying on us for everything they need: veterinary care, vaccinations, deworming, LOTS of food, bedding, cleaning supplies, and daily care from our dedicated staff and volunteers.” PHOTO: https://fluence-media.co/4vGJ8Rx
FIREFIGHTERS: Via Northern News Now, VERBATIM: “The Duluth Fire Department is supporting MnFIRE’s mission to provide mental and physical health resources for firefighters across Minnesota. MnFIRE is a nonprofit that supports firefighters’ mental and physical well-being. The group says it has delivered health and wellness training to 84% of fire departments statewide. Since 2016, MnFIRE has built support programs, including a confidential peer support line that allows firefighters to talk with someone who has shared experience in the fire service.” WATCH: https://fluence-media.co/44t3zFx
PARK: Via Minnesota Monthly, VERBATIM: “In Brooklyn Park, an under-the-radar regional park offers green space and excellent Mississippi River access—plus some sparkling new features that make it a worth-the-drive destination for visitors from across the state.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/4vBshzE
BEER + COOKIES: Via KQDS-TV, VERBATIM: “Ever thought of pairing Girl Scout cookies with your favorite Pale Ale? Area breweries and cideries paired their best brews with different Girl Scout Cookies. Each drink was made custom for the cookies that inspired the breweries. The goal is to raise funds with 100% of proceeds supporting Girl Scout programs and scholarships. Guests were able to enjoy live music and dinner while trying different drinks and entering a silent auction.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/4v1yjsi
EXHIBITION: Via MplsStPaul, VERBATIM: “The Walker Art Center will debut its inaugural design exhibition The Walker Design Triennial: Beyond Materialism this fall. Curated by Joseph Grima in collaboration with the Walker’s head of design, communications, and content, Asli Altay, the exhibition examines how contemporary designers are emphasizing spirituality, emotional connection, and community alongside material innovation, on view from October 17 until February 14, 2027.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/4uQuSEt
20 YEARS: Via Lakeland PBS, VERBATIM: “The Mask and Rose Women’s Theater in Puposky is celebrating its 20th anniversary this weekend with their 6th ‘Sister Song Celebration Concert.’ Mask and Rose started in 2006 with a focus on producing pieces by women playwrights.” WATCH: https://fluence-media.co/4v4sMkB
BOOK: Via MPR, VERBATIM: “For decades, Native American women leaders in the Twin Cities helped build numerous organizations and contributed to the arts, education and community — now their story is being told. White Earth Nation citizen Audrey Thayer co-authored ‘Weaving Community: Indigenous Women and Leadership in the Twin Cities’ with Colette Hyman.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/4gExBgO
BOOKMOBILE: Via Northern News Now, VERBATIM: “A bookmobile serving the northern Minnesota area is helping children access books while school is out for the summer. The mobile library, which has been on the road for nearly 60 years, brings shelves of books to readers who may not be able to get to a physical library.” WATCH: https://fluence-media.co/4vxC7Co
BASKETBALL: Via Sahan Journal, VERBATIM: “To Mohammed Mohamud, the shortage of Somali players in basketball’s highest levels isn’t a question of interest — it’s only a matter of time. When Mohamud, now 23, moved to Minneapolis from Utah in 2014, he was in awe of the Somali basketball players at the city’s courts. ‘Just seeing more people like me that were Somali [and] hooping, it inspired me to do what I do now,’ Mohamud said.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/4xS2EvN
GOLF: Via KQDS-TV, VERBATIM: “90 teams were on the greens at Enger Park Golf Course for Minnesota Power‘s annual golf scramble. The Yellow Ribbon Golf Scramble and Fundraiser has been going on for 10 years. Each year, a different non-profit that supports veterans is selected as the recipient. This year ‘Forgotten Heroes Ranges and Retreat’ was picked.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/4eFQFZt
BUTTERFLIES: Via WCCO-TV, VERBATIM: “Conservationists at the Minnesota Zoo say recovery efforts for one of North America’s most endangered butterfly species are giving them renewed optimism about the species’ future. The Poweshiek skipperling, a small prairie butterfly once common throughout Minnesota’s tall grass, nearly disappeared over the past few decades. The species is now only found in a few isolated areas of Michigan and Manitoba, Canada. The decline is attributed to habitat loss and degradation.” WATCH: https://fluence-media.co/4xRHjTa
BSU: Via Lakeland PBS, VERBATIM: “Bemidji State University announced their 2026 “Class of Distinguished Alumni,” which features graduates who have been named as “Outstanding Alumni Award” recipients. The award is the highest honor given out by the BSU Alumni and Foundation, and has been around since 1972.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/3SsLnt3
NEW VP: Via MacPhail, VERBATIM: “MacPhail Center for Music has appointed Michael Waldman as Vice President of Development, bringing more than 25 years of nonprofit leadership and fundraising experience to the organization. In this role, Waldman will lead MacPhail’s advancement strategy, donor engagement efforts, and philanthropic initiatives supporting the organization’s nationally recognized music education programs and community impact.” MORE: https://fluence-media.co/3Sq7Aba
MILK: Via Prairie Farms, VERBATIM: “In celebration of June Dairy Month and America’s 250th anniversary, the Prairie Farms Family of Companies is donating 250,000 servings of fresh whole milk to 50 Feeding America partner food banks in 20 states, helping provide nutritious dairy products to families facing food insecurity across the Midwest and South.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/43WOQCI
HARTLAND: Via KIMT-TV, VERBATIM: “Hartland has received a $15,000 grant from AARP to help rebuild its community center that was destroyed by a tornado in 2021. The grant is part of AARP’s 2026 Community Challenge program, which is funding 750 quick-action projects nationwide aimed at making communities more livable for people of all ages.” WATCH: https://fluence-media.co/4evI4dh
GRANTS: Via Medina-based Polaris, VERBATIM: “Polaris Inc. (NYSE:PII), a global leader in powersports, in partnership with the National Forest Foundation (NFF) announced the 2026 recipients of the Polaris Fund for Outdoor Recreation Grants. The announcement also marks a major milestone in the partnership—the Polaris Fund for Outdoor Recreation is now fully endowed, securing long-term support for outdoor recreation. This achievement provides ongoing, sustainable funding to advance off-highway vehicle (OHV) recreation access, trail stewardship, responsible riding education, and conservation efforts across America’s National Forests and surrounding land.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/4v20SWz
GRANTS: Via Minnetonka-based Homes for Heroes, VERBATIM: “Homes for Heroes today announced that the Homes for Heroes Foundation, the organization’s charitable arm, has surpassed $2 million in grants awarded nationwide, supporting heroes, families and hero-serving organizations across the country. The milestone reflects the Foundation’s long-standing commitment to supporting those who dedicate their lives to serving others.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/4gGyaqv
GRANTS: Via KNSI-Radio, VERBATIM: “The CenterPoint Energy Foundation has awarded $250,000 in grants to 18 veteran-serving nonprofit organizations in Minnesota. The grants range from $5,000 to $25,000 and are intended to strengthen programs and initiatives for veterans and active-duty service members across the communities CenterPoint serves.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/4vwpGH0
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