NSS Daily Headlines July 6, 2026

A five-year-old Iron Range hero comes home, farmers “grow” wind energy to make ends meet, and in St. Paul, the last White Castle closes, ending a 100-year run.-----Producer: Xan HolstonReader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston Image:  Crops and wind energy coexist on dozens of Minnesota farms, where one in every 640 acres is used to build a wind turbines and the roads to support them. [credit: Public News Service via Adobe Stock]Audio credit: Public News Service -----For the latest episode drops and updates, follow us on social media. instagram.com/ampersradio/instagram.com/northstarstoriesmn/Never miss a beat. Sign up for our email list to receive news, updates and content releases from AMPERS. ampers.org/about-ampers/staytuned/ This show is made possible by community support. Due to cuts in federal funding, the community radio you love is at risk. Your support is needed now more than ever. Donate now to power the community programs you love: ampers.org/fund