(Photo courtesy of St. Olaf College) “It is my mission to serve my people” said Dr. Josie Johnson during a recent one-on-one with the MSR. On Thursday, July 27, Johnson shared her feelings about her commitment to her community. She attributed her community activism to growing up in a home with parents who were “very […]
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Wanted in Twin Cities: professionals of color
Web-based welcome mat seeks diverse talent Over 70 organizations and community members across the Twin Cities decided to create a web-based platform designed to attract and retain talent in the 16-county metro area. The goal is to solve the imminent worker deficit of nearly 100,000 people by year 2020. A partner of Make It.MSP, Megan […]
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Former mayor Sharon Sayles Belton honored
Over 300 citizens gathered in Minneapolis City Hall last Tuesday, May 16 to honor and celebrate former Mayor Sharon Sayles Belton with a bronze bust placed in the City Hall Atrium. Her Honor was recognized for her dedication, perseverance, and service to the Minneapolis community as the first Black woman and female mayor of the […]