Minnesota's Final Three Flag Concepts Revealed

The State Emblems Redesign Commission in Minnesota has narrowed down the options for a new state flag to three final designs, all of which feature a single star and various shades of blue. The commission is expected to choose one finalist from these designs by the end of the week. Additionally, the commission has finalized a design for a new state seal, which includes symbols representing the state's lakes, agriculture, and forests. The seal's motto has been changed to "Land Where the Waters Reflect the Clouds" in the Lakota language, and the founding year of the state has been removed due to concerns about its historical implications for Native Americans.