The Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder Multimedia Group is launching a new eight-part Youth Financial Education Series in May 2026, supported by JPMorgan Chase, covering real-world financial milestones for young people ages 18 to 25.
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Free Community Forum on Gun Violence Coming to North Minneapolis on May 13
A free community forum on gun violence takes place Wednesday, May 13, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Harold Mezile North Community YMCA in Minneapolis, featuring elected officials, community leaders and a panel discussion on prevention, legislation and solutions.
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MSR Digital Edition 40 for May 7 -May 13, 2026
The MSR Digital Edition 40 for May 7 – May 13, 2026 is now live. Explore community news, sports, arts, and events. Edition 40, Volume 92.
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Win Tickets to See Ja Rule at Mystic Lake This Saturday
The Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder is giving away two tickets to see Ja Rule live at the Mystic Showroom at Mystic Lake Casino Hotel on Saturday, May 9. Enter by Thursday, May 7 at noon.
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The Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder Is Opening Its Doors — And So Is the Rest of Minneapolis
Doors Open Minneapolis returns May 9 and 10, 2026, with free access to more than 75 locations across the city – including the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder.
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MN Rising Professionals Spring Networking Mixer Returns May 15
MN Rising Professionals Spring Networking Mixer returns May 15 at Tender Lovin Chix in Minneapolis for an evening of connection, community and professional networking with 100-plus Twin Cities professionals.
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MSR Digital Edition 39 for April 30 -May 6, 2026
The MSR Digital Edition 39 for April 30 – May 6, 2026 is now live. Explore community news, sports, arts, and events. Edition 39, Volume 92.
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Remembering David Pennington Stroud
A brilliant mathematician and Honeywell research scientist, David Pennington Stroud passed away on April 1, 2026. A dedicated educator and Alpha Phi Alpha leader, he leaves behind a profound legacy in the Twin Cities community.
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Remembering Sammie James McCaa Sr.
Sammie James McCaa Sr. obituary. The Minneapolis resident, faithful deacon and longtime Nabisco Brands quality control professional passed away April 15, 2026, at age 85.
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Rise & Remember Festival Returns May 23-25 to Honor George Floyd’s Legacy
Rise and Remember Festival 2026 returns to George Floyd Square in Minneapolis May 23 to 25 for its sixth annual gathering honoring George Floyd’s legacy with education, healing and community empowerment.
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Twin Cities Legend Cornbread Harris Turns 99 and the Party Continues April 25
Cornbread 99th birthday party continues at The Hook and Ladder Theater in Minneapolis on April 25 after the first show sold out, with doors at 1 p.m. and music at 2 p.m.
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MSR Digital Edition 37 for April 16 – April 22, 2026
The MSR Digital Edition 37 for April 16 – April 22, 2026 is now live. Explore community news, sports, arts, and events. Edition 37, Volume 92.
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Dine Out to End HIV on April 30 with the 32nd Annual Dining Out For Life
Dining Out For Life 2026 returns on April 30 as the Aliveness Project hosts its 32nd annual Twin Cities restaurant fundraiser benefiting HIV/AIDS health and wellness programs.
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West Broadway Business & Area Coalition Celebrates Record Milestones at 2026 Gala
West Broadway Coalition North Minneapolis gala marks record milestones and announces a youth jobs program and redevelopment of a 14-year vacant building on the corridor.
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Rest in Power: Minnesota Loses a True Warrior in Yusef Mgeni
Yusef Mgeni obituary honors the Black Minnesota historian, community organizer and St. Paul NAACP leader whose generational legacy will echo for decades to come.
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The Black Parachute Is Giving Away Free Journals for Black Men Across the Twin Cities
Black Parachute free journals for Black men are available at pop-up events across St. Paul from April 11 through May 23 at no cost as part of a mental wellness mission.
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Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Returns to Twin Cities for First Time in Over 20 Years
Ringling Bros Twin Cities 2026 returns to Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul October 22 to 25 for the first time in more than 20 years with acrobats, stunts and family fun.
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MSR Digital Edition 36 for April 9 – April 15, 2026
The MSR Digital Edition 36 for April 9 – April 15, 2026 is now live. Explore community news, sports, arts, and events. Edition 36, Volume 92.
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A Celebration of the Life of Walter James Billups
Walter James Billups obituary. The beloved Minneapolis paraprofessional who dedicated 35 years to South High School and Franklin Middle School died March 11 2026 at age 86.
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A Celebration of the Life of Stanley Eugene Williams, Ph.D
Stanley Eugene Williams, Ph.D, age 94, passed away peacefully into eternal rest on March 18, 2026.