By Lizzy Nyoike On October 6, the Hopkins Center For The Arts hosts “ENOUGH! Plays to End Gun Violence,” a nationwide theater initiative that puts teens’ voices at the front of a pressing national conversation. Stages Theater Company joins more than 30 organizations across the country in presenting six short plays written by teens confronting […]
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Turning Point Recovery: A lifeline in North Minneapolis amidst the opioid crisis
In the heart of North Minneapolis, Turning Point Recovery continues to serve as a vital resource for those struggling with substance use disorders. Founded in 1976 by addiction counselor Peter Hayden, the organization has long focused on providing culturally responsive treatment for Black communities, a population historically underserved in addiction services. “Addiction doesn’t discriminate, but […]
Minnesota moves to empower patients, confront racial disparities in opioid policy
Fifteen years ago, Rep. Dave Baker faced an agonizing personal loss: his son Dan died from an opioid overdose just one year after spinal surgery. Their encounter with a physician who dismissed non-opioid alternatives haunts him to this day. That tragedy now underpins Baker’s legislative push to give Minnesotans more agency over pain management. Earlier […]
The Hidden Game: Examining Implicit Bias in Sports and Beyond
By Lambers Fisher The roar of the NFL Draft has faded, the hopeful cries of newly selected players echoing into the professional arena. For approximately 250 college athletes, a lifelong dream has materialized, the chance to continue playing the game they love at the highest level. Among them, a select few, the perceived elite, anticipate […]
“Follow Your Dreams College & Career Fair” comes to Orchestra Hall
Students are invited to take part in the “Follow Your Dreams College & Career Fair” on Friday, May 2, at Orchestra Hall, 1111 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis. The event is designed to connect high school students with colleges, training programs, and career pathways. The fair exposes students to job options across a wide range of industries, […]
Remembering Conrad Jones
Sunrise: Jan 13, 1930 — Sunset: March 24, 2024 Conrad Jones passed away peacefully in his sleep at the age of 94 on March 24, 2024. He was born in Des Moines, Iowa on January 13, 1930. Conrad graduated from Des Moines North High School where he excelled in football and track. He was a […]
Remembering Charles Henry “Chuck” Puckett
Charles Henry “Chuck” Puckett
Sunrise, October 15, 1940 – Sunset, February 28, 2024
Remembering Johnnie Ruth Jones
Sunrise: February 19, 1934 — Sunset: January 29, 2024 After a wonderful, blessed life dedicated to God and family, Johnnie Ruth Jones passed early Monday morning on January 29th, 2024. Johnnie Ruth was born on February 19, 1934, to her parents, Levelle and Maxie Jones in Rose Hill, Mississippi. Johnnie accepted Christ early at New […]
Remembering Dr. Marvin Trammel
Remembering Dr. Marvin Trammel
Sunrise: December 13, 1939 — Sunset: January 27, 2024
Remembering Jerry Leon (Fisher) Evans
Jerry Leon (Fisher) Evans
Sunrise: September 8, 1949 — Sunset: December 26, 2023
Remembering Richard Delroy Calhoun
Richard Delroy Calhoun
Sunrise: April 15, 1942 — Sunset: December 27, 2023
Remembering Henry Leroy Sullivan, Jr.
Henry Leroy Sullivan, Jr. was born in Shreveport, Louisiana, on August 14, 1945, to Henry Sullivan, Sr., and Ida Belle Nichols Sullivan. The longtime North Minneapolis resident, moved to Brooklyn Center in recent years, and passed away on May 22, 2023. He was the co-founder of Turning Point, and Lucille’s Kitchen and Wingmasters restaurants in North Minneapolis.Â
Congratulations, Kylee J. Jackman!
Kylee Jackman, a member of the class of 2023, reflected on her eight years of school and the challenges she faced, emphasizing the importance of finding the positive outcomes and persevering through the storms.
Congratulations! Kylee J. Jackman: Class of 2023-Bloomington Kennedy Senior High School
“Life isn’t just about darkness or light, rather it’s about finding light within the darkness”.
Executive Director
Executive Director –Central Minnesota Legal Services (CMLS) seeks an ExecutiveDirector to lead its program that provides free legal services toeligible clients in 21 counties. CMLS has a $3.4 million budgetand over 30 staff working out of 4 offices. The position offers agreat opportunity for the Executive Director to enhance services,collaborate with the legal community, and […]
Remembering Ella Mae Moore
Sunrise, September 17, 1924—Sunset, February 23, 2023 It is with great sadness family members announce the passing of Ella Mae (Anderson) Moore of Quincy, MA. She died peacefully on February 23, 2023. She is survived by her son Byron Barnett (Kathleen) of Canton, MA; grandchildren Byron Barnett Jr., Parker Barnett, and Monique Barnett Pope; great-grandsons […]
Remembering Teretha Carroll Dillard
Sunrise, May 1, 1938—Sunset, March 27, 2023 Teretha Carroll Dillard was born on May 1, 1938. She was baptized at True Apostolic Church, in Minneapolis, under the late Elder Robert Hill, Sr. Later she joined Rehoboth Church of Christ, in Minneapolis, under the leadership of the late Mother C.E. Parker and District Elder Charles Parker.Most […]
Notice of Hearing by Publication
STATE OF MINNESOTA FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURTCOUNTY OF HENNEPINPROBATE MENTAL HEALTH DIVISION In the Estate of FILE NO. 27-PA-PR-22-963DORIS CAROL HALLORAN,Deceased TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS AND CREDITORS: Notice is herby given that an application for informal probate of the above name decedent’s last will dated 11/09/2020 has been filed with the Registrar herein, and the […]
Notice of Issuance of Harassment
Restraining Order
State of Minnesota District CourtRamsey County Second Judicial DistrictCourt File Number: 62-HR-CV-22-592Case Type: Harassment Yanisha K. Mack and OBO Minor Childrenvs RAQUEL MONE BELCHERNotice of Issuance of HarassmentRestraining Order by Publication To Respondent: YOU ARE NOTIFIED that a petition for a Harassment Restraining Order has been filedon June 9, 2022.A hearing is scheduled for August […]
Notice of Informal Probate
STATE OF MINNESOTA FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURTCOUNTY OF HENNEPIN PROBATE MENTAL HEALTH DIVISION In the Estate of FILE NO. 27-PA-PR-22-963DORIS CAROL HALLORAN,Deceased TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS AND CREDITORS:Notice is herby given that an application for informal probate of the above namedecedent’s last will dated 11/09/2020 has been filed with the Registrar herein, and the application […]
