Planning the Perfect Mother's Day. Plus, the State of Mpls and a Horny Turkey
Mayor Jacob Frey delivered his state of the city address this week, focusing on public safety, affordable housing, and business support – but will his agenda work with a more progressive city council? The team also celebrates 50 rescued beagles coming to Twin Cities shelters, cries over Lloyd the loneliest turkey, and discusses an Airbnb host turning guest leftovers into care packages for unhoused neighbors. Plus, listeners share their dream Mother's Day plans and restaurant recommendations. And if you’re a City Cast Neighbor, you’ll get to listen to a special members-only conversation about our bedtime beliefs!
- Learn more about the topics discussed in today's episode:
- Mayor Frey's 2026 State of the City Address (City of Minneapolis)
- Ridglan Farms Beagles heading to Animal Humane Society (Animal Humane Society)
- Lloyd the loneliest Turkey (Star Tribune)
- Minneapolis Air BnB Host turns leftover food into care packages for the unhoused (Washington Post)
- Become a City Cast Twin Cities Neighbor
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