‘Re-Memori opens on Thursday, October 12, and continues through Sunday, November 5.
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Sheletta Brundidge to receive ‘Partner of the Year’ award from MN Retailers Association
Sheletta Brundidge is being recognized for involving prominent retailers in supporting the community.
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Upcoming Black Business Ball gives Black-owned businesses a night to shine
The black-tie gala will uplift Black entrepreneurs, recognizing and presenting awards to business owners who are making a difference and making names for themselves.
Posted inObituaries
In loving memory of Nothando Zulu
Nothando Zulu, master storyteller, cofounder and president of the Black Storytellers Alliance, died at age 78 on Sept. 11.
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In loving memory of Ronald L. Scott
Ronald L. Scott was born on June 26, 1940, in Des Moines, Iowa. He passed away on September 16, 2023, in Minneapolis.
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Early voting begins Sept. 22 for local elections
Election Day is on November 7, but you can start voting today.
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Upcoming Minneapolis City Council candidate forums
The League of Women Voters Minneapolis is co-sponsoring fall forums with local community groups.
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Sept. 19 is National Voter Registration Day
National Voter Registration Day is today, Sept. 19, and with new state laws, more people can now register to vote.
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Minneapolis NAACP honors Black brilliance (photos + video)
On Saturday evening, September 16, at the Heritage Center in Brooklyn Center, the Minneapolis NAACP held a “Night of Black Brilliance” celebration at its Freedom Fund gala.Â
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Advocate delivers letters from Black small businesses to Minnesota’s congressional delegation on Capitol Hill
‘I’m here to make sure they remember us when they are sitting around that table and dividing up the pie. I’m asking them for our piece.’
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PHOTOS | Selby Avenue JazzFest 2023: A sweet farewell as organizers retire
It was announced during the event that festival organizers and Golden Thyme Coffee and Café owners, Mychael and Stephanie Wright, had sold the beloved community establishment to Rondo Community Land Trust.
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AARP hosts free online financial discussion on Sept. 20
On Sept. 20, people from the community are invited to join a “Decades Discussion: Your Financial Future.”
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Black Business owners convene to discuss concerns with Minnesota’s Congressional delegation
On Saturday, September 9, Pugh joined other local Black small business owners at Flava Café in St. Paul to write personal letters to Minnesota’s congressional delegation.
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Mayor Frey taps Chief Judge Todd Barnette as community safety commissioner nominee
Mayor Frey selects Chief Judge Todd Barnette as nominee for community safety commissioner.
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Gauff thrills with first U.S. Open win
With her U.S. Open win, Gauff will now become the number-three-ranked player in the world, serving notice that her time has only just begun.
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Legislative leader to join Black business owners in letter-writing campaign to Minnesota congressional delegation
On Saturday, September 9, from 3 to 5 p.m., local Black small business owners will gather to write personal letters to Minnesota’s Congressional delegation.
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PHOTOS: Southsiders brave the heat for the love of community
Festivalgoers defied the sweltering heat to gather once more for Southside Back in the Day over the Labor Day Weekend.
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Are built-in bras right for you? Here’s what you need to know
The need for a bit of support or an extra layer is still present – cue the built-in bra
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PHOTOS: ‘Shades of Black’ business celebration
The celebration, which took place on August 30 at the Capri Theater, included food, entertainment, and a small-business panel discussion led by US Bank’s Vice President and Business Access Advisor Tim Farrow.
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Cooling options during excessive heat streak
To help beat the heat, a number of cooling spaces will be open for people seeking shelter.