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New Minnesota driver's license law brings wave of adult applicants

The law allows undocumented people to obtain driver's licenses.

News

Move over, 16-year-olds eager to drive: The number of behind-the-wheel exams taken by adults has increased since Minnesota <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="implemented its &quot;Driver&#x27;s Licenses for All&quot; law" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/2023/03/07/minnesota-drivers-license-undocumented-immigrants" data-vars-content-id="c4f867a8-0228-4bed-9d56-f2ffbc4be193" data-vars-headline="New Minnesota driver&#x27;s license law brings wave of adult applicants" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/2023/03/07/minnesota-drivers-license-undocumented-immigrants" target="_self">implemented its &quot;Driver&#x27;s Licenses for All&quot; law</a> in 2023, state data obtained by Axios shows.Why it matters: The law opens the door for an <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="estimated 95,000 undocumented people" data-vars-click-url="https://mn.gov/deed/newscenter/publications/trends/mar-2025/immigrants.jsp" data-vars-content-id="c4f867a8-0228-4bed-9d56-f2ffbc4be193" data-vars-headline="New Minnesota driver&#x27;s license law brings wave of adult applicants" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://mn.gov/deed/newscenter/publications/trends/mar-2025/immigrants.jsp" target="_blank">estimated 95,000 undocumented people</a> living in Minnesota to obtain driver&#x27;s licenses.<ul><li>Before the law, some of these newly credentialed drivers were likely at the wheel without a license.</li></ul>

Delta raises fees to $45 for first checked bag as fuel prices soar

The new prices take effect for flights booked April 8 or later.

Economy

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Delta Air Lines" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/2025/12/12/msp-delta-hub-airfares-minneapolis" data-vars-content-id="493e6939-ab9c-455e-811a-62e2bc1d72a1" data-vars-headline="Delta raises fees to $45 for first checked bag as fuel prices soar" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/2025/12/12/msp-delta-hub-airfares-minneapolis" target="_self">Delta Air Lines</a> announced Tuesday that it is raising its checked bag fees by $10.The big picture: It&#x27;s the third major carrier to hike fees for flyers as <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="fuel costs" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/03/13/iran-war-strait-of-hormuz-flights" data-vars-content-id="493e6939-ab9c-455e-811a-62e2bc1d72a1" data-vars-headline="Delta raises fees to $45 for first checked bag as fuel prices soar" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/03/13/iran-war-strait-of-hormuz-flights" target="_self">fuel costs</a> soar amid the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Iran war" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/04/06/iran-war-us-tehran-ceasefire-talks" data-vars-content-id="493e6939-ab9c-455e-811a-62e2bc1d72a1" data-vars-headline="Delta raises fees to $45 for first checked bag as fuel prices soar" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/04/06/iran-war-us-tehran-ceasefire-talks" target="_self">Iran war</a>.<ul><li>Jet fuel prices have risen by nearly 88% in major U.S. cities since the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran in late February, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="per CNBC" data-vars-click-url="https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/07/delta-checked-bag-fees.html" data-vars-content-id="493e6939-ab9c-455e-811a-62e2bc1d72a1" data-vars-headline="Delta raises fees to $45 for first checked bag as fuel prices soar" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/07/delta-checked-bag-fees.html" target="_blank">per CNBC</a>.</li></ul>

Paul Douglas launches 24/7 weather channel

Paul Douglas is retiring soon, but first he's betting on Minnesotans' weather obsession.

Paul Douglas has one more big idea before signing off on his 40-plus years as a meteorologist and entrepreneur: the launch of a 24/7 streaming weather channel.Why it matters: Douglas hopes <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Weather Loon" data-vars-click-url="https://weatherloon.com/blog/general/2026/03/24/minnesota-meet-your-weather-channel" data-vars-content-id="d9348560-fa59-4cca-aa64-246920715ddd" data-vars-headline="Paul Douglas launches 24/7 weather channel" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://weatherloon.com/blog/general/2026/03/24/minnesota-meet-your-weather-channel" target="_blank">Weather Loon</a> will serve as a model for groups in other states that could buy its technology to start their own channels, he told Axios in an interview.

The Michelin Guide is headed to Minneapolis — and skipping St. Paul

Minneapolis will be part of the American Great Lakes edition.

Food and Drink

After years of speculation, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="the Michelin Guide" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/2023/09/26/michelin-guide-stars-minneapolis-minnesota" data-vars-content-id="15d4d833-11fc-4941-96bb-fb03ca5e5954" data-vars-headline="The Michelin Guide is headed to Minneapolis — and skipping St. Paul" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/2023/09/26/michelin-guide-stars-minneapolis-minnesota" target="_self">the Michelin Guide</a> is coming to Minneapolis — but inspectors won&#x27;t be awarding stars anywhere else in the state. The big picture: The prestigious culinary guide announced Wednesday the creation of an <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="American Great Lakes" data-vars-click-url="https://guide.michelin.com/us/en/event/american-great-lakes-to-join-the-global-culinary-map-with-new-michelin-guide-edition" data-vars-content-id="15d4d833-11fc-4941-96bb-fb03ca5e5954" data-vars-headline="The Michelin Guide is headed to Minneapolis — and skipping St. Paul" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://guide.michelin.com/us/en/event/american-great-lakes-to-join-the-global-culinary-map-with-new-michelin-guide-edition" target="_blank">American Great Lakes</a> edition, which will cover restaurants in Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Detroit, Indianapolis, Cleveland and Pittsburgh.<ul><li>The restaurant selections won&#x27;t be released until 2027, but inspectors are already dining in each city, Michelin said.</li></ul>Why it matters: Michelin stars are among the top honors a restaurant can receive, and having starred restaurants can boost a city&#x27;s culinary tourism and public image.The catch: Getting the guide to come to town comes with a price.<ul><li>The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Minneapolis Tourism Improvement District" data-vars-click-url="https://www.minneapolis.org/tourism-improvement-district/" data-vars-content-id="15d4d833-11fc-4941-96bb-fb03ca5e5954" data-vars-headline="The Michelin Guide is headed to Minneapolis — and skipping St. Paul" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.minneapolis.org/tourism-improvement-district/" target="_blank">Minneapolis Tourism Improvement District</a>, which is funded by a 2% service charge on hotel room revenue, will pay $250,000 per year for the three-year partnership with Michelin, tourism organization Meet Minneapolis told Axios.</li></ul>Yes, and: The guide will only cover restaurants within Minneapolis city limits, meaning <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="nationally acclaimed" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/2025/06/17/b-cheron-wins-best-new-restaurant" data-vars-content-id="15d4d833-11fc-4941-96bb-fb03ca5e5954" data-vars-headline="The Michelin Guide is headed to Minneapolis — and skipping St. Paul" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/2025/06/17/b-cheron-wins-best-new-restaurant" target="_self">nationally acclaimed</a> St. Paul spots like <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Myriel" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/2024/06/23/myriel-private-dining-tomlinson-st-paul-local-ingredients-farm" data-vars-content-id="15d4d833-11fc-4941-96bb-fb03ca5e5954" data-vars-headline="The Michelin Guide is headed to Minneapolis — and skipping St. Paul" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/2024/06/23/myriel-private-dining-tomlinson-st-paul-local-ingredients-farm" target="_self">Myriel</a> won&#x27;t have the opportunity to earn a star.<ul><li>&quot;We know that increased awareness and recognition in the region can benefit all of us,&quot; Visit Saint Paul CEO Jaimee Lucke Hendrikson said in a statement to Axios. </li></ul>What they&#x27;re saying: &quot;We have the talent, cultural diversity and hospitality to stand with any culinary destination in the world,&quot; Meet Minneapolis CEO Melvin Tennant said at a news conference.<ul><li>&quot;If there were any secrets left about Minneapolis as a top food city, joining together with the Michelin Guide will remove any of that doubt,&quot; he added.</li></ul>The other side: A <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="report" data-vars-click-url="https://www.hospitalityminnesota.com/sohr/" data-vars-content-id="15d4d833-11fc-4941-96bb-fb03ca5e5954" data-vars-headline="The Michelin Guide is headed to Minneapolis — and skipping St. Paul" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.hospitalityminnesota.com/sohr/" target="_blank">report</a> released Wednesday by trade association Hospitality Minnesota claims the state&#x27;s industry is &quot;on the brink of no return,&quot; with 57% of hospitality businesses reporting lower profits in 2025.<ul><li>Hospitality Minnesota CEO Angie Whitcomb cited financial pressures, including rising wholesale prices and tariff-related increases, as well as statewide &quot;overregulation.&quot;</li></ul>What we&#x27;re watching: While the star system receives the most attention, the Michelin Guide also awards the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Bib Gourmand" data-vars-click-url="https://guide.michelin.com/en/article/features/the-bib-gourmand" data-vars-content-id="15d4d833-11fc-4941-96bb-fb03ca5e5954" data-vars-headline="The Michelin Guide is headed to Minneapolis — and skipping St. Paul" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://guide.michelin.com/en/article/features/the-bib-gourmand" target="_blank">Bib Gourmand</a>, which recognizes restaurants that deliver &quot;high-quality food at great value.&quot;<ul><li>What spot in Minneapolis fits the bill? Email us your thoughts at twincities@axios.com.</li></ul>

Romance fans swoon over Abby Jimenez's latest cupcake creation

The sweet treat was inspired by Abby Jimenez's newest release, "The Night We Met."

Things to Do

Fans of best-selling <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="romance novelist" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/2023/12/05/romance-bookstore-minneapolis-tropes-trifles-lgbtq-friendly" data-vars-content-id="a9935fa9-c788-4666-ac3f-5989bec396a1" data-vars-headline="Romance fans swoon over Abby Jimenez&#x27;s latest cupcake creation" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/2023/12/05/romance-bookstore-minneapolis-tropes-trifles-lgbtq-friendly" target="_self">romance novelist</a> Abby Jimenez can treat themselves to a special cupcake inspired by the Minnesota author&#x27;s newest release. State of the sweet tooth: Jimenez, who also owns award-winning bakery <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Nadia Cakes" data-vars-click-url="https://www.nadiacakes.com/" data-vars-content-id="a9935fa9-c788-4666-ac3f-5989bec396a1" data-vars-headline="Romance fans swoon over Abby Jimenez&#x27;s latest cupcake creation" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.nadiacakes.com/" target="_blank">Nadia Cakes</a>, has a tradition of whipping up custom creations to celebrate her book launches. <ul><li>The latest design mirrors the firework-and-sunset-splashed cover of her seventh novel, &quot;<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="The Night We Met" data-vars-click-url="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/231801371-the-night-we-met" data-vars-content-id="a9935fa9-c788-4666-ac3f-5989bec396a1" data-vars-headline="Romance fans swoon over Abby Jimenez&#x27;s latest cupcake creation" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/231801371-the-night-we-met" target="_blank">The Night We Met</a>,&quot; which <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="topped multiple bestseller lists " data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/p/DWrNbeZETW8/?img_index=1" data-vars-content-id="a9935fa9-c788-4666-ac3f-5989bec396a1" data-vars-headline="Romance fans swoon over Abby Jimenez&#x27;s latest cupcake creation" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DWrNbeZETW8/?img_index=1" target="_blank">topped multiple bestseller lists </a>after its late March release.</li></ul>

Twin Cities weekend: St. Paul Art Crawl, Lego convention, John Mulaney

Peek inside an art-filled Victorian home or a Swedenborgian church.

Peek inside an art-filled Victorian home, Swedenborgian church, design museum and more this weekend at the kickoff of <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="spring&#x27;s St. Paul Art Crawl." data-vars-click-url="https://www.stpaulartcollective.org/spac-spring-art-crawl-2026" data-vars-content-id="0b1030f6-9d0a-4c2d-810b-20164318d0c4" data-vars-headline="Twin Cities weekend: St. Paul Art Crawl, Lego convention, John Mulaney" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.stpaulartcollective.org/spac-spring-art-crawl-2026" target="_blank">spring&#x27;s St. Paul Art Crawl.</a>State of play: Venues and artists across the Cathedral Hill, Hamline-Midway, St. Anthony Park neighborhoods and beyond will open their doors Friday-Sunday for the first weekend of the long-running studio tour.

What to see at the 2026 Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival

"A Short Documentary About a Giant Pencil" hits the silver screen April 18.

Lake of the Isles&#x27; <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="giant pencil" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/2022/05/06/new-giant-no-2-pencil-sculpture-lake-of-the-isles" data-vars-content-id="193192c1-ef09-4bcf-b499-fa028e589e4a" data-vars-headline="What to see at the 2026 Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/2022/05/06/new-giant-no-2-pencil-sculpture-lake-of-the-isles" target="_self">giant pencil</a> <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="sharpening" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/2023/05/28/lake-of-the-isle-loti-pencil-annual-sharpening-birthday-interview" data-vars-content-id="193192c1-ef09-4bcf-b499-fa028e589e4a" data-vars-headline="What to see at the 2026 Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/2023/05/28/lake-of-the-isle-loti-pencil-annual-sharpening-birthday-interview" target="_self">sharpening</a> will hit the silver screen this month at the return of the Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival.The big picture: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="The 2026 festival" data-vars-click-url="https://mspfilm.org/mspiff45/" data-vars-content-id="193192c1-ef09-4bcf-b499-fa028e589e4a" data-vars-headline="What to see at the 2026 Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://mspfilm.org/mspiff45/" target="_blank">The 2026 festival</a>, which runs April 8–19, features over 200 films, panels, discussions and parties across six theaters in the Twin Cities and Rochester — and many are Minnesota-made.

Twin Cities weekend guide: Easter egg hunts, psychic fair, dessert contest

If you're looking to branch out from your neighborhood's egg hunt, we know where to go.

Easter is on Sunday, and if you&#x27;re looking to branch out from your neighborhood&#x27;s egg hunt, we know where to go.<ul><li>Here are six unique Easter activities for all ages — and several species.</li></ul>

Twin Cities weekend: Hamm's Fest, welcome herons, death cafe

Six local breweries will brew tribute flights in hopes of winning the Hamm's Crown.

Plenty of new exhibitions are opening at local museums just in time for spring. Here are three to check out this weekend.🎨 &quot;<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Abstraction and Ourselves" data-vars-click-url="https://cafesjianarttrust.org/abstraction/" data-vars-content-id="30670d19-6a9f-4481-a48f-0b3a31a0da33" data-vars-headline="Twin Cities weekend: Hamm&#x27;s Fest, welcome herons, death cafe" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://cafesjianarttrust.org/abstraction/" target="_blank">Abstraction and Ourselves</a>&quot;— Cafesjian Art Trust Museum: The Shoreview museum&#x27;s latest exhibition features large-scale abstract paintings, mixed media and glass pieces by artists like Dyani White Hawk and Georgia O&#x27;Keeffe.

Twin Cities weekend events: Pond skim, sap tap, Train Fest

Don't let temperatures in the 70s deter you from hitting the slopes this weekend.

Don&#x27;t let temperatures in the 70s deter you from hitting the slopes this weekend.What&#x27;s happening: After postponing due to weather, the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Härdsmälta Festival and Pond Skim" data-vars-click-url="https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1DhnnBf6vf/" data-vars-content-id="f0b4612b-d606-4ad8-9045-c725bb463053" data-vars-headline="Twin Cities weekend events: Pond skim, sap tap, Train Fest" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1DhnnBf6vf/" target="_blank">Härdsmälta Festival and Pond Skim</a> at Hyland Hills Ski Area returns this Sunday for an afternoon of chaotic winter sports to support local food shelves.

Tips for solo dining in the Twin Cities

Flying solo this week? Book a table for one and let the bread basket keep you company.State of the plates: Last month, we asked readers to <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="share their takes and tips on solo dining" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/newsletters/axios-twin-cities-3ab9c240-05e8-11f1-8569-3d6a0718fe12.html?chunk=5&amp;utm_term=twsocialshare#story5 " data-vars-content-id="c61eb585-dfe9-48a0-ba28-a02718845e12" data-vars-headline="Tips for solo dining in the Twin Cities" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/newsletters/axios-twin-cities-3ab9c240-05e8-11f1-8569-3d6a0718fe12.html?chunk=5&amp;utm_term=twsocialshare#story5 " target="_self">share their takes and tips on solo dining</a> in light of new data showing it&#x27;s on the rise. <ul><li>As usual, the answers were *chef&#x27;s kiss.* </li></ul>

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day at these 11 Twin Cities events

The holiday isn't until Tuesday, but there's no shortage of options for starting the celebration early.

St. Patrick&#x27;s Day isn&#x27;t until Tuesday, but there&#x27;s no shortage of options for starting the celebration early — with or without alcohol.<ul><li>Here are my picks for this weekend&#x27;s activities.</li></ul>

Twin Cities weekend: International Women's Day, friendship speed dating, bug ballet

Try friendship speed dating or a free self-defense class.

It&#x27;s the first full weekend of Women&#x27;s History Month, and venues, restaurants and museums have plenty of events planned — particularly for International Women&#x27;s Day on Sunday.

We review the candidates for DVS' new hold music

DVS is asking you to pick from four *piping hot* tracks for its customer service line.

Attention Muzak lovers, Minnesota Driver &amp; Vehicle Services needs your help <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="choosing new hold music" data-vars-click-url="https://dps.mn.gov/news/dvs/jazz-pop-rock-whats-your-preference" data-vars-content-id="05bd573b-e3c6-48fd-a00a-42f2608820b4" data-vars-headline="We review the candidates for DVS&#x27; new hold music" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://dps.mn.gov/news/dvs/jazz-pop-rock-whats-your-preference" target="_blank">choosing new hold music</a> for its customer service line.Why it matters: DVS&#x27; survey is a rare opportunity to choose the exact manner in which you&#x27;ll be tortured for <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="an average of six to nine minutes" data-vars-click-url="https://dps.mn.gov/news/dvs/jazz-pop-rock-whats-your-preference" data-vars-content-id="05bd573b-e3c6-48fd-a00a-42f2608820b4" data-vars-headline="We review the candidates for DVS&#x27; new hold music" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://dps.mn.gov/news/dvs/jazz-pop-rock-whats-your-preference" target="_blank">an average of six to nine minutes</a>.Yes, but: We kid! And we applaud the agency&#x27;s impulse to ask.<ul><li>&quot;Our hold music has not been updated in a while and rather than just pick something we decided to encourage customer involvement,&quot; a DVS spokesperson told Axios.</li></ul>We listened to the four piping hot tracks DVS is considering:<ul><li>&quot;<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="My Time To Fly" data-vars-click-url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ue7nfOW6-wg" data-vars-content-id="05bd573b-e3c6-48fd-a00a-42f2608820b4" data-vars-headline="We review the candidates for DVS&#x27; new hold music" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ue7nfOW6-wg" target="_blank">My Time To Fly</a>&quot;: A riff on the opening lick of &quot;Santa Claus is Comin&#x27; To Town,&quot; but with all traces of Christmas spirit sucked out.</li><li>&quot;<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="This and That is Life" data-vars-click-url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T8rQnFuICaM" data-vars-content-id="05bd573b-e3c6-48fd-a00a-42f2608820b4" data-vars-headline="We review the candidates for DVS&#x27; new hold music" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T8rQnFuICaM" target="_blank">This and That is Life</a>&quot;: If it sounds oddly like the hollow instrumentals of a Jason Mraz bop with any redeeming lyrics removed, it&#x27;s because <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="that&#x27;s exactly what it is" data-vars-click-url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E2I1y6vhfyc" data-vars-content-id="05bd573b-e3c6-48fd-a00a-42f2608820b4" data-vars-headline="We review the candidates for DVS&#x27; new hold music" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E2I1y6vhfyc" target="_blank">that&#x27;s exactly what it is</a>.</li><li>&quot;<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Everywhere The Sun Shines" data-vars-click-url="https://soundcloud.com/shane-searles/everywhere-the-sun-shines" data-vars-content-id="05bd573b-e3c6-48fd-a00a-42f2608820b4" data-vars-headline="We review the candidates for DVS&#x27; new hold music" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://soundcloud.com/shane-searles/everywhere-the-sun-shines" target="_blank">Everywhere The Sun Shines</a>&quot;: That one <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Peter, Bjorn &amp; John song" data-vars-click-url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dpv5G0747V4" data-vars-content-id="05bd573b-e3c6-48fd-a00a-42f2608820b4" data-vars-headline="We review the candidates for DVS&#x27; new hold music" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dpv5G0747V4" target="_blank">Peter, Bjorn &amp; John song</a>, but with the whistling inexplicably turned up to 15.</li><li>&quot;<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Throw Yourself In Front Of It" data-vars-click-url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_IyFQ4-72F4" data-vars-content-id="05bd573b-e3c6-48fd-a00a-42f2608820b4" data-vars-headline="We review the candidates for DVS&#x27; new hold music" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_IyFQ4-72F4" target="_blank">Throw Yourself In Front Of It</a>&quot;: Like a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Red Hot Chili Peppers track" data-vars-click-url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lwlogyj7nFE" data-vars-content-id="05bd573b-e3c6-48fd-a00a-42f2608820b4" data-vars-headline="We review the candidates for DVS&#x27; new hold music" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lwlogyj7nFE" target="_blank">Red Hot Chili Peppers track</a> — but without the Red Hot.</li></ul>How to vote: Listen to the options by calling 469-397-3737, take an aspirin, then <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="submit your vote online" data-vars-click-url="https://dps.mn.gov/divisions/dvs/about-dvs/dvs-hold-music-survey" data-vars-content-id="05bd573b-e3c6-48fd-a00a-42f2608820b4" data-vars-headline="We review the candidates for DVS&#x27; new hold music" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://dps.mn.gov/divisions/dvs/about-dvs/dvs-hold-music-survey" target="_blank">submit your vote online</a> before the end of March.<ul><li>Sorry, devotees, but write-ins for the only right choice here — <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Cisco&#x27;s epic hold music" data-vars-click-url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nLpm4aysr8I" data-vars-content-id="05bd573b-e3c6-48fd-a00a-42f2608820b4" data-vars-headline="We review the candidates for DVS&#x27; new hold music" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nLpm4aysr8I" target="_blank">Cisco&#x27;s epic hold music</a> — won&#x27;t be counted.</li></ul>

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