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Learn about the Main Street Renaissance in Greater Minnesota at MinnPost Festival
30 Aug 2023
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On Sept. 22-23, MinnPost Festival will bring can’t-miss conversations with national and local guests exploring a range of issues surrounding civic life in this moment.
Today, we’re spotlighting one of our featured sessions, Main Street Renaissance in Greater Minnesota. After years of decline, Main Streets and downtowns across Greater Minnesota are experiencing a rebirth. We talk to the people who are part of this movement and what it means for economic growth in rural areas.
This panel will feature Charles Marohn, Mayor Ben Schierer and Sarina Otaibi and will be moderated by MinnPost editor Elizabeth Dunbar.
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