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#AskMPRNews: Covering the killing of George Floyd

February 21, 2021

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What questions do you have about covering the killing of George Floyd and trial of Derek Chauvin?  Angela Davis will host a conversation with MPR News deputy managing editor Nancy Lebens. Nancy will tell us about the MPR News coverage plans for the upcoming trial of Derek Chauvin. We will learn how her team have approached coverage of the George Floyd case and talk about some of the news and language decisions the team has made over the months since his killing. Tuesday, Feb. 23 12 noon CT Free online event Reserve your spot

MPR Archive: Lou Bellamy

February 19, 2021

Lou Bellamy

In celebration of Black History Month, each week the MPR Archive portal is highlighting a prominent Black Minnesotan. This week’s collection presents the words and art of Lou Bellamy, founder of famed local arts institution The Penumbra Theatre. More from the MPR Archive: Black Life in Minnesota

Walz OKs more guests at weddings, private gatherings as COVID ebbs

February 14, 2021

A couple exchanges vows during their virtual wedding.

People planning wedding receptions and other group celebrations got some good news Friday when Gov. Tim Walz raised his limit on the number of people who can attend private indoor gatherings from 10 to 50.  - Tumultuous year COVID-19 crashes Minnesota wedding plans - COVID-19 regulations in MN What you need to know

This winter, try pairing your favorite comfort food with classical music

February 13, 2021

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We're in the throes of winter, and sometimes it can be uninspiring to make food when that takeout button is just a click away, especially when it comes to comfort food. Whether you're more into Bach than Beethoven or like tofu more than turkey, you might find a meal and music perfect for your menu at home: Classical MPR’s Brooke Knoll paired 10 of her favorite comfort foods with classical music.

MPR Archive: Alan Page

February 10, 2021

Retired Minnesota Supreme Court Justice Alan Page sits for a portrait.

As part of Black History Month, the MPR Archive is featuring the Alan Page collection this week on the Archive Portal. Explore stories about his experiences as a professional athlete, jurist, and philanthropist. MPR Archive Collection: Black Life in Minnesota

Lift Every Voice: A musical story from sorrow to justice

February 10, 2021

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Julie Amacher and Tesfa Wondemagegnehu host this special that presents a collection of powerful songs, stories and interviews with some of today's most acclaimed Black artists and scholars. - Classical MPR: Black History Month stream

Terrible, Thanks for Asking LIVE

February 9, 2021

Terrible, Thanks for Asking Valentine's Day 2021

From the team at Terrible, Thanks for Asking, an online event for all: Valentine’s Day is a holiday that’s pretty loaded for a lot of people. Single people have their loneliness amplified; coupled people are pressured to dial up the romance. And in the pandemic era, both options are pretty awful. NO ONE HAS THE TIME OR ENERGY FOR THIS CRAP! So this year, we’re your date. Put on your finest sweatpants, grab an entire box of chocolates and join us Sunday, February 14th at 7 p.m. CST. We’ll trade stories of love gone wrong, get dating advice from a couple who has been married 50 years, and maybe even do a little matchmaking. RSVP now for this free online event