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State Tipoffs Involving Minnesota Newsletter for Thursday February 06, 2025 ( 8 items )  

3M PFAS Settlement Grant Program RFP Now Open
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Feb. 6 -- The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources issued the following news release: * * * 3M PFAS settlement grant program RFP now open $20 million available for restoration and recreation projects A request for proposals has opened for restoration and recreation projects in the Twin Cities east metropolitan area and in downstream areas of the Mississippi and St. Croix rivers that have been affected by Per- and Polyfluorinated Alkyl Substances (PFAS) released by 3  more

As Tax Filing Season Begins, Minn. Gov. Walz Encourages Minnesotans to Claim Child Tax Credit
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Feb. 6 -- Gov. Tim Walz, D-Minnesota, issued the following news release on Feb. 5, 2025: * * * Last year, Minnesota families received nearly $2,500 on average from the credit * * * Governor Tim Walz today visited the McDonough Community Center in St. Paul to encourage Minnesotans to claim the Child Tax Credit when filing their Minnesota income tax return. Last year, nearly 225,000 families claimed the Child Tax Credit and saw an average total credit of $2,500 back in the  more

Minn. Gov. Walz Issues Proclamation on Girls & Women in Sports Day
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Feb. 6 -- Gov. Tim Walz, D-Minnesota, issued the following proclamation: * * * WHEREAS: People in Minnesota share an enthusiasm for sports. Sports offer valuable opportunities for recreation, social development, physical fitness, and fun; and WHEREAS: Nearly 50 years ago, Title IX opened new doors for sports participation, giving female athletes the right to equal opportunity. Yet today, women and girls still have less access to sports, fewer leadership and coaching oppor  more

Minn. Gov. Walz Issues Proclamation on Winter Walk to School Day
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Feb. 6 -- Gov. Tim Walz, D-Minnesota, issued the following proclamation: * * * WHEREAS: Children are safer when communities prioritize pedestrian and bicycle safety; and WHEREAS: Physical activity influences our overall well-being and supports a healthy lifestyle. Choosing to walk or bike to school offers an opportunity to build physical activity into daily routines; and WHEREAS: Increasing the number of children safely walking and biking to school can reduce traffic con  more

Roper Joins Godman Guild Board of Trustees
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Feb. 6 -- Taft, a law firm, issued the following news: Taft Columbus attorney David Roper was elected to join the Board of Trustees for the Godman Guild, an organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families in central Ohio. His leadership, expertise, and dedication to community service will play a vital role in advancing the Guild's mission, creating more opportunities for those they serve. The Board of Trustees provides essential policy directi  more

Taft Adds Aviation Dealmaker Todd Dixon in Chicago
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Feb. 6 -- Taft, a law firm, issued the following news on Feb. 5, 2025: Taft, one of the fastest growing law firms in the nation, today announced the arrival of partner Todd Dixon in Chicago, who will co-chair the firm's Aviation practice. Prior to joining Taft, Dixon was partner and co-chair of the Aviation group at a leading Am Law 100 firm. A retired military officer and pilot, Dixon brings more than 35 years of aviation experience to Taft. His work encompasses a wide  more

Taft Secures Summary Judgment for Ware Industries in Trade Defamation Case
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Feb. 6 -- Taft, a law firm, issued the following news: In 2013, ClarkDietrich-a manufacturer of non-structural steel studs-filed two suits several defendants in Butler County Common Pleas Court. One alleged trade defamation. The other alleged antitrust violations under Ohio's Valentine Act. Taft, along with co-counsel Jeff Pollock of Pollock Law, LLC, and Steven Link of Fox Rothschild, was asked to help represent Ware Industries, Inc. in both cases. The trade defamation   more

Totino's Pizza Rolls Makes Big Game Ad Debut With Comedic Smash Featuring Tim Robinson and Sam Richardson
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Feb. 6 -- General Mills, a food company, issued the following news release: * * * Totino's Pizza Rolls Makes Big Game Ad Debut with Comedic Smash Featuring Tim Robinson and Sam Richardson The out-of-this-world comedy is back with Chazmo, everyone's favorite new Totino's Pizza Rolls fanatic, delivering the brand's quintessential humor and the most snackable pizza in the universe. MINNEAPOLIS, MN -- Just days before football's biggest night, Totino's Pizza Rolls is unve  more