Minnesota Now with Cathy Wurzer

Minnesota Now: Nov. 22, 2023

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There are now just six designs that could become Minnesota’s next state flag. We’ll hear from two of the finalists from more than 2,000 submissions about the stories behind their designs.

Plus, Thanksgiving is Thursday, and it’s looking less snowy out there than usual. MPR News meteorologist Paul Huttner gives us our holiday forecast.

And turkey trots are a popular tradition, but we’ll hear about another race this weekend that refocuses on Indigenous history.

Plus, two Minnesota teachers are behind a brand-new songbook of Somali music, stories and traditions. We’ll learn more.