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The Current's Happy Hours 2026

The Current's Happy Hours 2026

You’re invited to join The Current at venues across the Twin Cities and greater Minnesota this spring and summer for music and fun. The Current's hosts will provide the soundtrack and a special guest will perform at each event. Each of The Current’s Happy Hours are free and open to everyone.

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Here are the Minnesota laws that go into effect on July 1

Here are the Minnesota laws that go into effect on July 1

Many new laws go into effect in Minnesota starting July 1 — the start of the state’s fiscal year. The list includes social media restrictions, money for infrastructure projects across the state and safety requirements for schools. Here’s how those laws could affect you.

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50 years ago, Aaron Copland conducted the Minnesota Orchestra for the U.S. Bicentennial

50 years ago, Aaron Copland conducted the Minnesota Orchestra for the U.S. Bicentennial

A 1976 interview by MPR’s Dennis Rooney features the “Dean of American Music” reflecting on music and composers ahead of three Bicentennial performances at Orchestra Hall in Minneapolis.

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30 essential red, white, and blue album covers

30 essential red, white, and blue album covers

To ring in the United States’ Semiquincentennial, here are 30 essential album covers — many for recordings by American artists, but not exclusively — featuring the colors of the American Flag.