The transition for MinnPost happens Thursday, so we wanted to give readers a heads up that some things might look a little different on our site. Overall, we’re excited to explore the new tools and features we’ll have access to with Newspack, which we hope will further enhance the reader experience on MinnPost.com. We’ll let you know about some new features as we implement them over the coming months.For now, here are a few things to know about MinnPost’s new site:

• The new site has been designed to look similar to the old site, and all story archives should still be available. If you find pages or features that don’t look quite right, flag them for us by sending a screenshot and email to feedback@minnpost.com.
• All of our stories are still paywall-free and will continue to be paywall-free!
• We will continue to publish most stories mid- to late-morning and send our daily newsletter out midday, though it might be a bit delayed on Thursday with the transition.

We’ll respond to any questions or comments about the new site sent to feedback@minnpost.com over the next couple of weeks. And, as always, thanks for reading MinnPost!

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It will be tough to match the volume of consequential legislation the Minnesota Legislature passed during last year’s session, but this year’s session will still feature a DFL trifecta, and some lawmakers feel this could be their chance to get things done before the 2024 election threatens to change the balance of power at the Legislature.

Will sports betting, medical aid in dying, Met Council reform, and asking voters to amend the state constitution to protect civil rights and abortion rights be among the next things to pass in the DFL-controlled Legislature?

MinnPost state government reporter Peter Callaghan will explain what we might see happen this session while also sharing the impact new laws, including legalized recreational marijuana, have had so far. MinnPost editor Elizabeth Dunbar will moderate the discussion.

This lively session is part of our MinnPost Social event series, presented by Darla Kashian — RBC Wealth Management and Great River Energy, in which MinnPost journalists share insights with audience members in a casual atmosphere that includes hosted light appetizers. Full Icehouse food and drink menu will also be available to order from.

After a member pre-sale, tickets to this event are now available to non-members for $10 each. Please visit the event page to purchase tickets.

MinnPost members are eligible to receive up to two free tickets, while they’re available. Click here to donate and become a member. Once you’ve donated, email members@minnpost.com for the promo code for two free tickets while supplies last. If you’re already a member and didn’t receive the promo code to access your free tickets, please email us at members@minnpost.com.

Will sports betting, medical aid in dying, Met Council reform, and asking voters to amend the state constitution to protect civil rights and abortion rights be among the next things to pass in the DFL-controlled Legislature?

MinnPost state government reporter Peter Callaghan will explain what we might see happen this session while also sharing the impact new laws, including legalized recreational marijuana, have had so far. MinnPost editor Elizabeth Dunbar will moderate the discussion. The event is on Wednesday, Feb. 28, from 5:30 – 7 p.m. at Icehouse in south Minneapolis. 

This lively session is part of our MinnPost Social event series, presented by Darla Kashian — RBC Wealth Management and Great River Energy, in which MinnPost journalists share insights with audience members in a casual atmosphere that includes hosted light appetizers. Full Icehouse food and drink menu will also be available to order from.

Ticket pre-sale for MinnPost members begins Feb. 1. MinnPost members may claim up to two free tickets while they’re available. Current members, the promotional code was emailed out on Feb. 1. (Contact us at members@minnpost.com if you need the code.)

If tickets remain, they will be available to the public on Feb. 5 for $10 each. There is no virtual option for this event.

First, we welcomed veteran Minnesota editor Gregg Aamot to MinnPost this week as associate editor. Gregg brings extensive experience in coverage of Greater Minnesota and the state’s immigrant and refugee communities, and he has a keen eye for the type of in-depth, enterprise journalism MinnPost is known for. Gregg’s name and face might be familiar to some of our readers: He was a contributing writer for MinnPost for over a decade, mostly covering Greater Minnesota. He even pitched in temporarily on the D.C. Memo a few years ago.

Gregg was most recently editor of Southwest News Media, which publishes six weekly newspapers in the southwest Twin Cities metro. In his new role, Gregg will edit our Greater Minnesota, Washington, D.C., and mental health and addiction coverage, as well as editing Community Voices.

MinnPost will also add a new Twin Cities beat reporter soon, and we’ll share that news when we have it.

As we faced the end of the year, we were looking at a big number to raise to reach our 2023 fundraising budget goal: $125,000. While we fell short of that goal, raising 91% of it is still an accomplishment AND a testament to the support of our members. A huge thank you to everyone who donated!

Here’s why some folks gave last month:

“I value independent, values-driven journalism. Having such an organization in a locally-based non-profit is a giant bonus.” – Markus, Minneapolis

“Your organization is open, honest and talks about all points of view. I trust you.” – Diane, North Mankato

“This is local journalism at it’s best.” – Bonnie, South Saint Paul

“I believe it is vital for our democracy that we have a robust network of news outlets. MinnPost is a key component of that local/state news infrastructure.” – Gretchen, Minneapolis

Thank you to everyone who donated!

And if you didn’t get a chance to donate in 2023, any time is a good time to make a gift to MinnPost! 2024 is shaping up to be a big year between the state legislative session and a consequential election. Support MinnPost so we can continue to report on the news that’s important to you.

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We depend on donations from over 5,000 members to support the in-depth journalism you rely on. And as we look ahead to 2024, we need your support to continue reporting on the news that matters to you.

Will you join this community of members with a tax-deductible donation right now?

P.S. Any amount will help us reach our goal. Donate before the clock strikes midnight to support independent news into 2024 and beyond.

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A year-end donation from you will get us over the finish line and, most importantly, will power our nonprofit newsroom as we head into an important election year. Support at all levels from readers like you is critical to our ability to cut through the 24/7 daily news cycle and give you in-depth coverage with insight and clarity.

You’re the key to making this journalism possible. Will you donate now to be a part of our work in 2024?

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MinnPost is your trusted guide into the critical issues, challenges and opportunities facing Minnesota. We provide this essential public service free to all readers as part of our nonprofit mission. You can be a vital part of this important work in the year ahead with a tax-deductible donation right now.

Will you help us reach our goal today?

P.S. I know many are feeling financial pressures. That’s what makes our model of paywall-free journalism is so important. At whatever amount you’re able to give, we’re grateful to have your support behind MinnPost. Thank you in advance!

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Don’t wait to make your tax-deductible donation or you might forget before the year ends. Donate now!

When people donate to MinnPost, we ask them what inspired them to give. Here are a few recent responses:

“I’m grateful for MinnPost’s excellent, in-depth reporting on issues facing Minnesotans. We need the kind of journalism MinnPost supplies to have a healthy civic life in this state!” — Luke, St. Paul

“MinnPost includes news I would not find in the major area newspapers, and often includes a different view of news stories that are carried elsewhere. I also appreciate the analytic approach to the reporting published here.” — Anonymous donor, Minneapolis

“Best in-depth reporting in the state.” — Bob, St. Paul

“MinnPost offers news and perspective that are meaningful to me. I appreciate the way the news is presented in a clear, fair, and balanced way.” — Patrick, St. Paul

Donations of ALL sizes make our in-depth Minnesota coverage possible. Will you make a tax-deductible gift of any amount right now?

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That may sound like a lot, but I know we can still get there. And when you give today, your gift will go three times as far because we have TWO matches on the table.

The next $5,000 in donations will be matched twice thanks to the generosity of NewsMatch and Joel & Laurie Kramer.

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What does that mean, exactly? When you give $50, it will be matched twice, for a total of $150 to MinnPost’s independent journalism. Any amount helps us reach our year-end goal.

When you give, you get to support the things that our reporters are looking forward to covering next year, such as the 2024 congressional and presidential elections.

Give now to have triple the impact and to support nonprofit news into 2024 and beyond.

P.S. Our paywall-free reporting is made possible thanks to gifts from readers like you. Please consider a tax-deductible gift now to support our nonprofit newsroom.

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It was a consequential year at the Minnesota Legislature, and MinnPost’s reporters knew it wasn’t enough to tell readers what happened via committee hearing, press conference, floor vote or bill signing.

Being able to explain what the new laws actually say and provide context for why it matters often required reporters to untangle language in bills that were hundreds of pages long. It also meant asking smart questions of lawyers, lobbyists and lawmakers.

It was that kind of work by MinnPost’s state government reporter Peter Callaghan that revealed the legalization of public marijuana smoking, catching some some lobbyists, lawmakers and city government officials by surprise. And since then, many cities have taken action to further restrict marijuana use.

MinnPost’s reporting on the new marijuana law is just one example of the impact our journalism has had on the state of Minnesota in 2023. We also uncovered important context on a failed Black History Month expo in Minneapolis, kept Minnesota’s congressional delegation on their toes in Washington, D.C., and elevated the stories of advocates and those struggling with addiction asking Minneapolis city officials to act more quickly to address a surge in overdose deaths.

We’re looking forward to bringing you more of this type of in-depth journalism in 2024, but we need your help to sustain this work. Our year-end fundraising drive is critical to ensuring MinnPost can continue to serve as a guide for Minnesotans exploring the critical issues that affect their communities. Will you do your part today and help us reach our goal? 

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