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The 2026 Karin Larson YourClassical Prize Winners

The 2026 Karin Larson YourClassical Prize Winners

Congratulations to the two winners of the 2026 Karin Larson YourClassical Prize! Tina O’Malley, a soprano from New Brighton, Minnesota, is the winner in our Preprofessional Musician category. Gaia Daniel, a pianist from Minneapolis, Minnesota, is the winner in our Emerging Artist category.

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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Federal judge invalidates DOJ records probe of Walz, other Minnesota leaders

Federal judge invalidates DOJ records probe of Walz, other Minnesota leaders

A judge has short-circuited an investigation into Gov. Tim Walz, Attorney General Keith Ellison and other Minnesota leaders targeted for scrutiny by the Department of Justice. A set of subpoenas was thrown out with the judge declaring them to be baseless.

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Listen: Celebrate Juneteenth with the Minnesota Orchestra

Listen: Celebrate Juneteenth with the Minnesota Orchestra

Join the Minnesota Orchestra in celebrating Juneteenth with a performance featuring an array of special guests, including conductor Kedrick Armstrong, vocalist Melody Betts, and composer Brian Raphael Nabors. Listen to the concert now!

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First look: Mystic Lake Amphitheater changes the Twin Cities concert landscape

First look: Mystic Lake Amphitheater changes the Twin Cities concert landscape

With over 35 concerts on its inaugural calendar, there’s something for everyone at Minnesota’s new outdoor venue in Shakopee.