Teddy Bridgewater, a former first-round pick of the Minnesota Vikings, has returned to the NFL after coaching Miami Northwestern to a state championship, and is now looking to lead a team in the NFL with his experience and resilience.
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New Twin Cities Program Aims to Get More Food Donations to People in Need
Food Connect, a nonprofit organization, is launching in the Twin Cities to bridge the gap between food donors and those in need, aiming to reduce food waste and alleviate pressure on food assistance services.
Posted inMusic
Candlelight: Best of Hip-Hop on Strings – A Night of Musical Magic in Minneapolis
The Luminary Arts Center in Minneapolis is hosting a unique Candlelight concert featuring the Listeso String Quartet + Drums performing iconic Hip-Hop tracks on strings, set against the backdrop of a dimly lit room illuminated by candlelight.
Posted inBooks
Stay the Course and WATCH! Del Shea Perry’s Journey of Faith and Healing
Del Shea Perry’s ministry and business, Itzadel Watches, have become a powerful symbol of faith, with her watches serving as tools for witnessing and service, aimed at feeding the homeless and spreading God’s word.
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Help Locate Missing Minneapolis Teens: Alonzo and Deneja Morse
The Minneapolis Police Department is urgently seeking the public’s help in finding two missing children, Alonzo Lee Morse and Deneja Leanna Raquel Morse, who were last seen on December 19, 2024.
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Vikings legend Chuck Foreman to meet fans at meet-and-greets and watch parties
Chuck Foreman, the “Spin Doctor” and former Minnesota Vikings player, is hosting meet-and-greets and watch parties across Minnesota this December and January, offering fans a chance to meet a sports icon and enjoy the game-day experience.
Posted inMovies
Black Women Veterans Honored in Tyler Perry’s The Six Triple Eight
Tyler Perry’s The Six Triple Eight tells the remarkable story of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, the only all-Black, all-female Army unit to serve during WWII, who sorted and delivered 17 million pieces of mail in just three months.
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Community to Hold Vigil for Victims of North Minneapolis Crash
STAR MPLS is organizing a vigil on December 22, 2024, to honor the lives of two community members who tragically died in a car accident, and to bring the community together in healing and unity.
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Single Mothers Receive Christmas Miracle with Free Cars in Minneapolis
A dozen single mothers in the Twin Cities received brand-new cars from the Wheels for Women program at Newgate School, providing them with reliable transportation and a path to greater independence and stability.
Posted inHealth + Wellness
Britt Howell: A Passion for Health, Sustainability, and Empowering Communities
Britt Howell, a West Indian Native American, founded the BF50 Indigenous Health Initiative to promote healthy living through plant-based cooking, sustainability, and cultural arts, and is dedicated to breaking down silos between local governments, organizations, and the communities they serve.
Posted inPolitics
D.C. Council Advances Expulsion Motion for Trayon White Amid Federal Bribery Charges
The D.C. Council unanimously approved a motion to expel Councilmember Trayon White from the legislative body after a 48-page report found no evidence of wrongdoing, but did find significant questions about his conduct.
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Controversial ruling: Chauvin granted permission to re-examine Floyd’s autopsy samples
Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer convicted for the murder of George Floyd, has been granted permission to re-examine heart tissue and fluid samples from Floyd’s autopsy, in an effort to explore whether Floyd may have died due to a pre-existing heart condition.
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Celebrate Multicultural Storytelling at “Stories in Motion”
Experience a night of multicultural storytelling at Stories in Motion, an evening featuring short films, live entertainment, and delicious food, celebrating diverse voices and supporting underrepresented filmmakers.
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Celebrity Chef Justin Sutherland Sentenced to Probation for Domestic Violence Incidents
Celebrity chef Justin Sutherland has been sentenced to probation and electronic home monitoring following domestic violence charges, with a stayed sentence of one year in jail if he fails to comply with the terms of his probation.
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Vision and Vibes 2025: Elevate Your Life with Sister Spokesman
Join Sister Spokesman for Vision and Vibes 2025 on January 4, 2024, for a day of goal setting, inspiration, networking, and entertainment, featuring motivational speaker MsEllaInspires and spoken word artist Lenora Magee.
Posted inYouth
Empowering Our Youth: Winter Youth Development Exchange
James Cooper Consulting LLC. and Build Wealth Minnesota are hosting the Winter Youth Development Exchange, a transformative event featuring financial literacy workshops, college and career success tips, youth-centered resources, and holiday gift giveaways.
Posted inGiveaways
Win Tickets to See Annie Mack Live at the Landmark Center!
The Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder is giving away 5 pairs of tickets to see the incredible Annie Mack live at the historic Landmark Center in St. Paul on December 20, 2024.
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Omar Fateh, first Somali-Muslim American in Minnesota Senate, runs for mayor of Minneapolis
Omar Fateh, the first Somali-Muslim American in the Minnesota Senate, has announced his candidacy for the 2025 Minneapolis mayoral election, citing the re-election of Donald Trump as a reason for his decision.
Posted inHigh School Basketball
Maple Grove Crushes Park Center in a Statement Victory
Maple Grove defeated Park Center 78-36 in their December 2024 rematch, avenging their earlier loss and improving their record to 1-2, while Park Center fell to 1-3 with their second consecutive loss.
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Brass Solidarity Hosts Final 2024 Monday Night Music at George Floyd Square
On December 16th, a Pop-Up Holiday Party will take place at Bichota Coffee in George Floyd Square, featuring live music, warm drinks, and a clothing drive for those in need, with proceeds going to The People’s Closet and Rise and Remember.