NSS Weekly: Remembering the Hortmans, and the Enduring Legacy of Juneteenth in Minnesota

This week, we remember the political violence that shook the state last year. We also look at the history of one of the state's newest official holidays, Juneteenth, and how it continues to be celebrated across generations. -----Executive Producer: Victor PalominoProducers: Xan Holston, Tracie Wells Collier, Jose OzoriaAnchor: Grace JacobsonReader scripting: Xan Holston, Tracie Wells Collier, Victor PalominoFact checking: Victor Palomino, Joel GlaserEditorial support: Emily KrumbergerProduction Coordinator: Britt AamodtMixing & mastering: Chris HarwoodLarry Fitzgerald audio courtesy of KMOJ-FMImage: House Speaker Melissa Hortman in 2024 [credit: Andrew VonBank, House Public Information Services]-----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