Gov. Walz and Lt. Gov. Flanagan Update: July 23, 2021

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Governor Walz Continued Statewide Education Tour


Gov. Walz Education Tour

This week, Governor Walz continued an education tour across Minnesota to celebrate the historic investments in education included in Minnesota’s COVID-19 Recovery Budget. He made stops at schools in Lake Elmo, Nisswa, and Mankato. More stops to be announced soon!


Governor Walz Visited Polk County Farm to Survey Drought Conditions and Meet with Farmers


Gov. Walz Talks Drought with Farmers

On Thursday, Governor Walz visited a farm in Polk County to survey the drought and discuss its impact with farmers.

“After a year that challenged Minnesotans across the state, our farmers are suffering yet another setback from the persistent drought,” said Governor Walz. “Minnesota farmers and ranchers feed not just Minnesota but the entire world, and this drought is threatening their livelihoods. We continue to maintain close communication with our federal partners and the agricultural community to ensure we’re providing the support and flexibility our farmers and ranchers need during this challenging time.” 


Governor Walz Met Croatian Officials to Celebrate 25 Years of the Minnesota National Guard’s Partnership with Croatia


Gov. Walz with National Guard and Croatian Officials

On Tuesday, Governor Walz met with Major General Shawn Manke, DEED Commissioner Steve Grove, and Croatian Officials to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Minnesota National Guard’s partnership program with Croatia.


Commission on Judicial Selection Recommends Fourth Judicial District Candidates to Governor Walz


On Wednesday, the Commission on Judicial Selection announced it is recommending five candidates for consideration to fill two vacancies in Minnesota’s Fourth Judicial District. These vacancies will occur upon the retirements of the Honorable Margaret A. Daly and the Honorable Kathleen D. Sheehy. These seats are chambered in Minneapolis in Hennepin County.


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