Effort To End Olson Memorial Highway + Strong Mayor Structure

Hey, Minneapolis! It's Friday, so let's get you started with everything you need to know going on around Minneapolis today.

Activists say Olson Memorial Highway has had a negative impact on North Minneapolis residents.

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First, today's weather:

Clouds and sun; not as cold. High: 41 Low: 33.

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Here are the top stories today in Minneapolis:

1. Activists say getting rid of Olson Memorial Highway could revitalize North Minneapolis (KSTP)
2. Minneapolis starts detail work for new 'strong mayor' structure (Minnesota Public Radio News)
3. Minnesota Man Just Mapped All Of The 2020-2021 Carjacking's In Minneapolis (KROC-AM)
4. Fridley woman missing, her vehicle found near Lowry Bridge in Minneapolis (Bring Me The News)
5. Why a symbol of Minneapolis is New York-bound for a new coat of paint (KARE11.com)

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Today in Minneapolis:

• Wine and Words Book Club at Murzyn Senior Center (3:00 PM)
• Katt Williams World War III Tour - Minneapolis Downtown Council (8:00 PM)
• BACARDĺ Party Tour Featuring Loud Luxury Comes to Minneapolis, MN Ahead of Golden Gophers vs. Hoosiers (9:00 PM)

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Minneapolis Patch Notebook

• Minneapolis Public Schools: "How can you get a FREE COVID-19 test? There are many free COVID-19 testing opportunities: Test kits are available for students for themselves and if needed to take to their family members wherever there is a co-located school-based clini..." (Facebook)
• Minneapolis Institute of Art: "Mia is Empowering.⁠ ⁠ In March 2021, Hannah Puffer dropped by the museum with her daughter, Sofia, 9, and son, Lewyn, 7. Still in the throes of the pandemic, the museum galleries were closed. Yet a table in the lobby was set up, where ea..." (Instagram)
• Meet Minneapolis: "The Bachelorette is looking for love in Minneapolis and we want in. Share this love note with your sweetie to let them know you're here for the right reasons. And don't forget to tag @MeetMinneapolis. Follow as we play along with "The Ba..." (Facebook)

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