MPR News PM Update
Aug. 29, 2019
Some parents spend a lot of time signing their kids up for clubs, classes and teams. But there’s a growing belief that what kids really need is some free time to just play and use their imaginations. This morning, we examined the value of unstructured play. I was joined by two experts who shared some ways to create opportunities for kids to relax and play their way. Earlier in the show, I spoke with Steve Titherington, commissioning editor for the BBC World Service, talking about how they decide what to cover. ~  Angela Davis, MPR News host | Updraft blog | Forecast
 
After Del Monte closure stuns Sleepy Eye, town's future uncertain
Del Monte stunned Sleepy Eye when its corporate headquarters announced that this fall would be the plant’s final season. Rumors the plant could find a new buyer are giving locals hope.
Earlier: Del Monte Foods plans to close southern MN plant, affecting more than 360 workers
 
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FBI probing recent death threat against Rep. Ilhan Omar
The FBI's Minneapolis field office confirms it and other law enforcement agencies are aware of the threat and looking into it. Omar posted a copy of the threat on Twitter.
In March:FBI investigating graffiti targeting Rep. Ilhan Omar
 
Minnesota math scores continue to decline; achievement gaps persist
The latest student test scores were released Thursday. Minnesota’s education commissioner warned against a focus on the negative numbers.
Related: State rolls out new accountability system for schools
 
DOJ: Comey violated policy on his Trump memos, but won't be prosecuted
An inspector general investigation concluded that former FBI Director James Comey broke rules governing the handling of documents that described his now-famous exchanges with President Trump. 
 
Hurricane Dorian expected to hit Florida coast with 130 mph winds on Labor Day
"There is an increasing likelihood of life-threatening storm surge along portions of the Florida east coast" on Labor Day weekend, the National Hurricane Center says. 
 
In Rollag, steam threshing is a ‘family reunion — we’re just not all related’
What started as a family reunion to celebrate steam power is now an annual event that draws tens of thousands of people to a tiny Minnesota town. The Western Minnesota Steam Threshers Reunion is run by generations of volunteers drawn by fascination with the past, and enduring friendships. 
 
Ask a 'sotan: How can local farmers sell more in their community?
Minnesota has a growing market for locally sourced food — but the opportunities for buying and selling local still aren’t always clear.
More from Ask a 'sotan: Does Minnesota really have more shoreline than California?
Have a question about Minnesota? Let us know!
 
Poop is no laughing matter with many metro beach closures this summer
Contaminated water sickened hundreds of people and forced an unusually high number of beach closures around the Twin Cities this summer. As the season wraps up, public health officials are looking for ways to prevent future outbreaks of waterborne illnesses.
MN health officials: 49 cases tied to E. coli outbreak at Lake Nokomis
More: Illnesses connected to Lake Minnetonka on July 4 still a mystery
 
Conversations on dying well: Group tackles tough topics with clear eyes
A senior apartment building has found much resident interest in opportunities to discuss some grim topics concerning the end of life. 
 

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