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COMMUNITY CELEBRATIONS: Flint Hills Resources is celebrating summer with thousands of Minnesotans at local festivals and parades. Look for Flint Hills employees – along with their families and friends – as they show their hometown pride at many local celebrations, including Rosemount Leprechaun Days, Hastings Rivertown Days, Inver Grove Heights Days and Saint Paul’s Lowertown Sounds. For decades, Flint Hills Resources has supported programs, organizations and events that improve our quality of life in our communities. LEARN MORE: Community Partnerships (SPONSORED: Flint Hills Resources Pine Bend refinery)
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THIS MONTH: Via The Mill Yard, VERBATIM: “Join us for a three-building art walk connecting art to 100 years of Mississippi River restoration. The Mill Yard joins The Legacy and Bridgewater Lofts in hosting the Mill District Art Walk 2026. This special event is being held in conjunction with the Sacred Water Shared Future initiative and in collaboration with the Mississippi Watershed Management Organization and Owámniyomni Okhódayapi, leaders in the movement to protect the Mississippi and reimagine the land on its banks.” SEE: https://fluence-media.co/4i0Nw9Y
NEXT MONTH: Via Minnesota Monthly, VERBATIM: “This September, hundreds of quilters from across the country will gather in Chaska for FamFest 2026, a two-day gathering hosted by Minnesota-based GE Designs. With classes, a gala, live music and performances, and a massive fabric tent sale, FamFest gives quilters a chance to connect, learn new techniques, meet fellow makers, and, of course, stock up on the materials.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/3TOaSpn
NEXT MONTH: Via SMSU, VERBATIM: “The Women’s Leadership Conference provides opportunities for women of all ages and stages in their lives and careers to connect in meaningful ways. The conference is designed to bring women together, encourage them to lead where they are, embrace their worthiness and potential, and be inspired to lead balanced lives full of purpose and authenticity.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/4z8kdsl
BLOODY MARYS: Via Northern News Now, VERBATIM: “Hundreds of people gathered Sunday at Skyline Social and Games for the fifth annual Bloody Mary Bash, a competition judged on taste and presentation that also serves as a fundraiser for ALS. Organizer and Skyline Social and Games President Corey Kolquist said the event is on track to exceed last year’s $25,000 donation to ALS.” WATCH: https://fluence-media.co/4c9TGAU
SCHOOL SUPPLIES: Via Lakeland PBS, VERBATIM: “Families in need of extra support ahead of the start of school can register to receive supplies from the drive by calling Community Resource Connections at 218-333-0880. Registration is open through next Monday, Aug. 17.” WATCH: https://fluence-media.co/4gqUNyB
AMBULANCES: Via KNSI-Radio, VERBATIM: “First responders in several central and western Minnesota communities have a new tool to help people with autism during stressful emergencies. According to a post from CentraCare and Bit of Grace, every ambulance serving Paynesville, Monticello, Willmar, Redwood Falls, Long Prairie, and Benson will carry a sensory emergency kit.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/3UoN8Z0
ART: Via Alexandria Echo Press, VERBATIM: “At the first-ever Art Wars summer fundraiser, Artsonist, young artists were able to sell their artwork and interact with customers buying their creations. Nathan Knick of Alexandria, creator of Art Wars, said there were 17 kids who took part in the ‘Artrepreneur Alley.’ Arts Wars is nonprofit organization and dual-powered platform that inspires and supports artists at every stage.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/3S1buaE
NEXTGEN: Via Hormel, VERBATIM: “Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE: HRL), a Fortune 500 global branded food company, today announced its fifth cohort of 10 Under 20 Food Heroes. The award recognizes 10 young leaders developing solutions to fight food insecurity.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/4hsvZr9
INSTRUMENTS: Via NewsBreak, VERBATIM: “After Morgan Wallen’s ‘Still The Problem Tour’ made its stop in Minneapolis, a lot of fans knew that a portion of every ticket sold was being donated through the Morgan Wallen Foundation. What nobody seemed to know was exactly where those Minnesota dollars were going . . . Washington Technology Middle School in St. Paul is receiving $32,000 worth of musical instruments and accessories through the Morgan Wallen Foundation’s Tour Give Back program! Yes! $32,000!” READ: https://fluence-media.co/4g55Qwg
LEGACY AWARD: Via Worthington Globe, VERBATIM: “State Sen. Bill Weber (R-Luverne) has received the Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities‘ (CGMC) Minnesota Legacy Award, which recognizes retiring legislators who demonstrated a longstanding commitment to Greater Minnesota and made extraordinary contributions throughout their careers.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/3TR3MjV
THEATER: Via Bring Me The News, VERBATIM: “The historic downtown Minneapolis theater that hosts traveling Broadway productions is getting a nearly $6 million makeover. Hennepin Arts announced Monday that the Orpheum Theatre is expanding within an adjacent building at the corner of Hennepin Avenue and Ninth Street, where it’s adding more than 20 lobby-level bathrooms and additional bars and concessions.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/45nlRbT
$3 MILLION: Via Minneapolis-based Ameriprise, VERBATIM: “Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (NYSE: AMP) today announced it has awarded more than $2 million in grants to 83 nonprofits across the U.S. as part of its first-round 2026 grant program, supporting organizations that help meet essential needs and strengthen communities. The company has also contributed an additional $1 million through its global gift matching programs, doubling the impact of employee and advisor donations.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/4qc0Avk
MOVE: Via MacPhail, VERBATIM: “MacPhail Center for Music has named Chris Tomshine as its new Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, bringing more than 25 years of nonprofit finance leadership and a passion for mission-driven organizations to the nation’s largest community music school. Chris joins MacPhail after serving as Chief Financial Officer at Touchstone Mental Health, where he led financial strategy and operations for the Minneapolis-based nonprofit.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/45S6ybj
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