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WILD ABOUT READING: More than 500 Minnesota classrooms and 15,000 students are participating in the “Wild About Reading” program, a partnership with Flint Hills Resources which encourages students to read more using Minnesota Wild-branded posters, reading logs, and bookmarks. Teachers set weekly reading goals and give certificates to students who complete the four-week program. Fun program incentives include classroom visits from the Wild’s mascot, Nordy – and the team dog, Rookie; a pair of tickets to a Wild home game, player signed pucks and photos; and a pizza party for a classroom. LEARN MORE: Wild About Reading SPONSORED: Flint Hills Resources
PHEE: From Jonathan Harrison via Bring Me The News, VERBATIM: “Lynx star Napheesa Collier is reportedly giving $100,000 to the training and performance staff and assistant coaches working for her team, the Lunar Owls, after the first season of the Unrivaled basketball league she co-founded. The money is half of her prize money she won in Unrivaled's first one-on-one tournament, where Collier defeated Washington Mystics forward Aaliyah Edwards in the final on Feb. 14. According to ESPN, Collier wanted to ‘make sure she found a way to show appreciation to the staff members’ that have put work into the startup league.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/4ka2dWR
OLYMPIAN: Via KSTP-TV, VERBATIM: “After 15 years of hard work, Bethany Mussell is gearing up for the Special Olympic World Games in Italy. The Bloomington skier will compete among 1,500 elite athletes from across the globe.” WATCH: https://fluence-media.co/4h0fsGO
SKIING: From Catharine Richert via MPR, VERBATIM: “It was one of those bluebird skiing days at Welch Village Ski and Snowboard Area. The sky was perfectly clear. There was fresh snow on the ground. And Christina Baurichter was gearing up for a ski lesson with the Courage Kenny adaptive ski and snowboarding program.
Like everyone in the program, Baurichter is no ordinary student. ‘I’m considered a quadriplegic,’ she said.” LISTEN: https://fluence-media.co/4bo2vWk
GOLF: Via The Bemidji Pioneer, VERBATIM: “Gordon Construction's fifth annual charity golf tournament, held on Sept. 6 at the Mahnomen Country Club, raised $27,891 for the Mahnomen County Agriculture Society. The Mahnomen County Agricultural Society is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and promoting Minnesota agriculture and heritage, supporting and encouraging youth in their development and encouraging community involvement in Mahnomen County.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/3F3ogyh
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.-Elect Kari Rehauer
Rep.-Elect Wayne Johnson
Rep. Elect Julie Greene
Rep. Elect Keith Allen
Rep. Elect Peter Johnson
Follow on your favorite podcast platform, or at www.TheDailyAgenda.com/Podcasts. (SPONSORED: Minnesota Telecom Alliance)
MAY: Via UofM CFANS, VERBATIM: “High school students across the state are invited to submit a paper and participate in the Minnesota Youth Institute (MNYI) on May 14, 2025, for an in–person educational program hosted by the University of Minnesota’s College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences (CFANS) and the World Food Prize Foundation. At the event, students will engage with leaders in science, policy and industry to discuss the world’s most pressing challenges in hunger and poverty.” MORE: https://fluence-media.co/4hOJFdh
JUNE: From Jim Maurice via WJON-Radio, VERBATIM: “This year's line-up has been announced for the Dancing With Our Stars Live event. The 9th annual fundraising competition features six community star dancers, paired with a dancing partner, for a chance to win up to $15,000 for the nonprofit of their choice.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/4idd6FB
VET: From Kevin Miller via CCX Media, VERBATIM: “A Brooklyn Center veteran was given a special honor by the Minnesota National Guard on Monday. Don Halverson, a World War II veteran, was awarded the Order of St. George Bronze Medallion. This came as a surprise to Halverson, who was celebrating his 102nd birthday.” WATCH: https://fluence-media.co/43hrBUR
FUNDRAISER: From Emily Halling via KQDS-TV, VERBATIM: “A local bike shop is holding a special fundraiser as a way to help clear out their hockey gear, but for a good cause. Stewart’s Bike Shop in West Duluth is teaming up with the Boys and Girls Club to offer up to 80% off select hockey gear. A portion of the proceeds will go towards supporting programs that make a positive impact on local youth.” WATCH: https://fluence-media.co/3D4tQQC
HOCKEY: From CrashPlan via Globe Newswire, VERBATIM: “Minneapolis-based CrashPlan, a trusted provider of cyber-ready data resilience and governance, is getting ready to hit the ice for charity along with hockey players of every age and level on Thursday, March 13, 2025 at the Xcel Energy Center. CrashPlan’s support of the Hockey Helping Kids program unites its customers, partners, employees, and their families in support of children's organizations and charities across the country. Through competitive hockey games, dinners, and fundraisers – often held alongside NHL events – the program raises vital funds and awareness for these important causes.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/4kdTumE
TWINS: From Lindsey Peterson and Jason DeRusha via WCCO-Radio, VERBATIM: “The Minnesota Twins have unveiled the Grapefruit League’s first ever, in-ballpark sensory room at Lee Health Sports Complex. The move comes in partnership with Lee County, Lee Health’s Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida and Family Initiative, Inc.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/3XfzmXi
FOOD SHELF: From Alyssa Malyon via Red Wing Republican Eagle, VERBATIM: “When Dan and Dee Bender moved to Red Wing in 2004, they knew they wanted to become involved in the community. Soon after, Dan began working at Habitat for Humanity, and Dee started substitute teaching at Sunnyside Elementary School. In 2005, they learned about the Red Wing Area Food Shelf and have since volunteered their time nearly every week to help ensure the low-income members of their community receive nutritious food they otherwise could not afford. This year marks their 20th year of service. Staff and volunteers at the Red Wing Area Food Shelf held their annual meeting Monday afternoon at First Lutheran Church to acknowledge the Benders’ contributions and discuss the nonprofit’s impact in 2024.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/43fJNhp
TORO: From Bloomington-based Toro via Business Wire, VERBATIM: “The Toro Company (NYSE: TTC), a leading global provider of solutions for the outdoor environment, announced a new recycling partnership with Call2Recycle, the nation’s largest consumer battery stewardship and collection program. Along with the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute, the Power Tool Institute and other participating manufacturers, the initiative will ensure the safe collection and responsible recycling of high-energy batteries used to power outdoor tools and equipment.” READ: https://fluence-media.co/41fco3N
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