Hurricane-force winds felled millions of trees in Beltrami County in a late-June storm. The cleanup efforts continue, but officials lament the lack of help from the federal government.
Music is an incredible connector during all phases of life, including tragedy. In June, our community lost Minnesota state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark in a senseless act of violence.
At 8 a.m. on the morning of Wednesday, Aug. 6, the Hortmans’ children, Colin and Sophie, joined The Current’s Morning Show to share songs and stories that embody their parents’ spirit and memory.
Members of Teamsters Local 320 are preparing to strike starting Aug. 20, around when many incoming freshmen are expected for welcome week activities across University of Minnesota campuses.
The annual Lakes Area Music Festival in Brainerd, Minnesota, runs July 25 to August 17. Listen to YourClassical MPR on August 11 to 14, at 9 a.m. and 6 p.m., and Friday, Aug. 15, at 3 p.m., to hear concert highlights from the festival.
Glen Campbell passed away; Janis Joplin bought a headstone for Bessie Smith; Hank Williams, Jr. was in a life changing accident; Jerry Lee Lewis was asked to leave the stage; Dave Matthews Band made a stink in Chicago; and "Ringo for President" was released, Today in Music History.
