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Army Veteran Killed in Robbery | Patriotic Kenny Dies | Magic Mushrooms in Minnesota? | Tuesday, May 19, 2026

18 min · 19. maj 2026
episode Army Veteran Killed in Robbery | Patriotic Kenny Dies | Magic Mushrooms in Minnesota? | Tuesday, May 19, 2026 cover

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May 19 — A Minnesotan dedicated to helping veterans was killed in a robbery. The victim was Internship Director Amos Ferrier for the organization Every Third Saturday. Police haven't made any arrests. We hear from those Ferrier worked with. Plus, Patriotic Kenny, whose real name was Kenneth Jary, has died. The Minnesota veteran and social media influencer announced in March that he had been having some health problems. Patriotic Kenny will be remembered for his positive attitude and his charitable giving to other veterans. Then, could magic mushrooms get legalized at some point in Minnesota? It seems like the door is opening, we'll tell you what lawmakers are allowing. And wildfires continue burning in northern Minnesota, but recent rain has helped contain them. We'll update you on the conditions up north. And in today's Bright Spot: Maria talks with Survivor's Rick Devins. Did you see how he got voted off after pulling off some of the most legendary moves in Survivor history? Join Maria Lisignoli and Johnny Kahner for the episode of 4 Things to Know.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

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