Brian Thompson, CEO of UnitedHealthcare, was tragically shot and killed outside the New York Hilton Midtown, leaving a void in the health care community and sparking widespread mourning for a man whose leadership was deeply rooted in improving health care access and outcomes for millions.
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Stay Active This Winter: Indoor Skating and Running Return to U.S. Bank Stadium
U.S. Bank Stadium is bringing back its Winter Warm-Up program, offering runners and skaters the opportunity to stay active in a warm, spacious environment from December 3 to January 23.
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Spreading Joy and Support: December Resources for the Holiday Season
Community-based programs across the state offer a variety of resources to support individuals and families in need during the holiday season, including Christmas baskets, meals, adoption programs, and gifts, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to experience the joy of the season.
Posted inMusic
Your Guide to Spotify Wrapped 2024
Spotify Wrapped 2024 offers personalized insights into users’ music habits, including AI-enhanced features, chart-toppers, and a community connection, making it a beloved annual tradition for music enthusiasts worldwide.
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Anthony Robles’ inspiring journey to NCAA championship as a one-legged wrestler
Anthony Robles, a one-legged wrestler, overcomes adversity and becomes a champion, inspiring others with his determination and resilience.
Posted inArtists
Art Without Strings: How Guaranteed Income Is Empowering Minnesota’s Creatives
Springboard for the Arts is expanding its guaranteed income program for Minnesota artists, offering $500 per month over 18 months to 100 artists, with the aim of fostering long-term stability and supporting marginalized communities.
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Downtown by Design: Minneapolis’ Vision for 2035
Minneapolis is embarking on a 10-year vision for Downtown Minneapolis, crafted by leaders, residents, business owners, artists, and community advocates, to create a welcoming environment for all and prioritize safety, inclusivity, and opportunity for all.
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Sota, Minnesota’s first and only dirty soda shop, opens its brick-and-mortar store in Maple Grove
Sota, Minnesota’s first and only dirty soda shop, has opened its brick-and-mortar store in Maple Grove, offering a variety of creative and indulgent concoctions, including the “Barbie Girl” and “1979”, as well as weekly specials and promotions.
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90 Years Strong: Join Us This Giving Tuesday to Support Black Journalism
The Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder, the oldest Black-owned newspaper in Minnesota, is asking for support to continue telling stories that matter and to ensure its legacy lives on.
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Kendrick Lamar to Launch Grand National Tour in Minneapolis This Spring with SZA
Kendrick Lamar is set to kick off his Grand National Tour at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on April 19, 2025, with Grammy-winning artist SZA as a special guest, and tickets are available for presale starting Wednesday and general public tickets available Friday.
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Holidazzle Returns with Exciting New Events for 2024: Celebrate the Season in Style on Nicollet Mall
Holidazzle 2024 is back in downtown Minneapolis from December 18-22, featuring a packed lineup of events, music, and activities for the whole family, as well as a variety of local vendors and interactive light displays.
Posted inYouth
Empowering vulnerable youth: Backpack Project MN’s mission to provide basic needs
Backpack Project MN is a non-profit organization that provides backpacks filled with personal care items to over 6,000 homeless youth in Minnesota, and is seeking donations to continue their work in 2025.
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Local Black artists illuminate Black joy as resistance in University of Minnesota’s Layers of Joy
The University of Minnesota’s Regis Center for Art is hosting the exhibition Layers of Joy, which features works from five local Black artists exploring the intersections of identity, community, and resilience, and celebrates the transformative power of Black joy as resistance.
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Your Voice Matters: December Questions
The Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder is asking readers to share their seasonal favorites and reflect on the past year to help shape content for the new year.
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Your Voice Matters: November Highlights and December’s Questions
The MN Spokesman-Recorder surveyed readers to determine their interests in entertainment, Black cultural heritage, social justice, community stories, civil rights history, community-based activism, Black-owned businesses, and holiday traditions, and will act on the feedback by featuring more profiles of up-and-coming Black artists and creators, local events, local history and landmarks, and solutions-focused stories on social justice.
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Minnesota’s First Cannabis Business License Lottery Delayed Amid Legal Battles
A Ramsey County judge has delayed Minnesota’s first cannabis business license lottery due to pending litigation, potentially derailing the state’s efforts to establish a fair and transparent application process for social equity applicants.
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Congratulations to the Latest CEO Start Graduates!
Hennepin County’s CEO Start program has successfully graduated another cohort of entrepreneurs, providing them with the tools and guidance to validate their ideas and develop actionable business plans, driving community and economic growth.
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Art and Community Collide: 38th Street Cultural District Comes Alive
Minneapolis is preparing for the inaugural activation of the 38th Street Cultural District, led by local artist and community advocate KingDemetrius Pendleton, to celebrate art and community spirit, and foster deeper connections within the community.
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Celebrate the Holidays at Dayton’s Holiday Market
The 4th annual Dayton’s Holiday Market returns to Minneapolis with over 100 local vendors selling unique gifts, handcrafted treasures, and delicious eats, along with interactive displays and a Taste of Tradition, from November 29 to December 28.
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