Longtime senior health advocate passes the torch
‘I am also passionate about the health of the community VOA serves and will continue Dorothea’s legacy.’
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Golfing to create change
Golfers from various walks of life gathered last weekend for the Be the Change Golf Tournament at Theodore Wirth Park.
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Black Business Spotlight: Trap House Chicken
‘I’ve been cooking all my life. I liked cooking for my family and seeing the smile on their faces. Cooking is something I love to do.’
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WORD ON THE STREET | What can we do to stop the violence?
We asked community members: What do you think will help stop the violence in the community?
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WORD ON THE STREET | Two years out, how have we fared?
The MSR recently took to the streets to ask community members if they felt there has been positive social change in the last two years since George Floyd’s killing.
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Black Business Spotlight: Ties
‘We wanted to build a place and space for everyone to feel comfortable.’
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Legendary DJ Disco T remembered
The tribute at the Capri Theater for Disco T showcased his life, love, and legacy.
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Celebrating DJ Brother Jules
Brother Jules was more than just a DJ; he was a mixologist when it comes to music.
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Wu-Tang lit up the Skyway Lounge
The MSR caught up with members at the tour kickoff held at the Skyway Lounge in Minneapolis.
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WORD ON THE STREET | 20 years later —remembering 9/11
We asked attendees at Open Streets West Broadway: Where were you when the September 11 attacks occurred and what are your thoughts about it 20 years later?
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Back in the Day fest revives Southside community spirit (photos)
Southsiders gathered once again at Phelps Park in Minneapolis to enjoy
food, health clinics, free haircuts, kids’ activities, shopping with local vendors, and live entertainment Blackness.
Black Business Spotlight: The Black Threadist
‘I broke the mode by learning and perfecting an art form that was never taught or offered to my culture.’
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WORD ON THE STREET | Reflections on the Chauvin sentence
After the sentence was handed down, the MSR took to the streets and asked community members: What are your thoughts on the Chauvin sentencing?
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MSR exclusive: an interview with Jerry Blackwell
The MSR recently had the opportunity to chat with attorney Jerry Blackwell, a key member of the State’s prosecution team against Derek Chauvin.
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WORD ON THE STREET: What does Juneteenth mean to you?
The MSR was out and about on Juneteenth and stopped by various gatherings to ask community members: What does Juneteenth mean to you?
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WORD ON THE STREET: How could White people be better allies to the Black community?
How could White people be better allies to the Black community?
WORD ON THE STREET: How could White people be better allies to the Black community? Read More
WORD ON THE STREET | Will justice prevail in the Derek Chauvin murder trial?
With opening statements kicking off in the trial of former MPD Officer Derek Chauvin, charged with the murder of George Floyd, the MSR took to the streets to get reflections from community members.
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WORD ON THE STREET | Will you take the vaccine?
The MSR took to the streets to ask community members if they would take the vaccine when it’s made available to the broader public.
WORD ON THE STREET | Will you take the vaccine? Read More
Black Business Spotlight: Smoke in the Pit
The MSR checked in with Smoke In the Pit in the heart of South Minneapolis to see how the eatery has fared during these uncertain times.
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WORD ON THE STREET: Are you voting this election cycle? Why or why not?
The MSR hit the streets to talk to community members about voting plans.
WORD ON THE STREET: Are you voting this election cycle? Why or why not? Read More