But finding the right treatment for you can be tricky Did you know August is Psoriasis Awareness Month? Psoriasis is a skin condition that is visually dry, itchy and scaly, and it is very common. More than three million cases are diagnosed in the U.S. per year. Medical science says that it cannot be cured, […]
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Esteemed journalist and columnist dies at 69
Pioneering Black political and civil rights journalist George E. Curry, the reputed dean of Black press columnists because of his riveting weekly commentary in Black newspapers across the country, died suddenly of heart failure on Saturday, August 20. He was 69. Curry began his journalism career at Sports Illustrated, the St. Louis Post Dispatch, and […]
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Prison system frustrates efforts at self-improvement
A biweekly column in which various contributors from both sides of prison walls explore common ground for effecting change. My name is Elijah Combs, and I was sentenced to 240 months of which I am to serve 160. Knowing I couldn’t sit stagnant through such a large amount of time, I was proactive in improving […]
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Minnesota joins national fight against antibiotic resistance
The Minnesota Department of Health’s Public Health Laboratory has been named one of seven new regional laboratories that will become part of a new national Antibiotic Resistance Laboratory Network (ARLN), according to a recent announcement by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The move gives Minnesota a key role in helping the nation […]
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It’s tough to pay 21st century rent on 20th century wages
The latest turn in the fight for a $15 minimum wage in Minneapolis shows the absurdity of capitalism. Minneapolis City Attorney Susan Segal said the “advocates’ ballot petition does not meet legal requirements,” making the wage petition “invalid.” She advises the city council and the mayor to reject it. Yet Segal, with all her professional […]
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Black Lives Matter and the power elite
Racial tensions are very high in the U.S. today. The Black community is angry, hurt and in pain because the frequent killing of Blacks by police officers is evidence to Black people that their lives are not respected or valued by White American society. The Black Lives Matter (BLM) movement grew out of this reality […]
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Homicides and organ harvesting: A pattern and practice, but is it ethical?
Several years ago I raised a question in this column about the patterns and practices of organ harvesting of African Americans. Too many know too little about surgically procuring organs and tissues for re-use in another body. Although legal and heavily regulated, it is still seriously debated. The column we wrote was about a young […]
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It’s time to rethink your recycling routine
Do you recycle everywhere you can at home? It may be time to refresh your laundry room, revamp your bathroom or rethink your home office by adding a bin, bag or basket to collect recycling. About half of home recyclables never make it to the recycling bin. We do well recycling kitchen items, but our […]
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Carrie Hoffman Wallace
Carrie Hoffman Wallace February 5, 1921 — June 26, 2016 Live for today, for tomorrow is not promised — Carrie Hoffman Wallace That was the motto that Carrie lived by. Carrie was born in Fergus Falls, MN and was raised in Minneapolis by John and Hattie Hoffman. Carrie was married to Robert Wallace (deceased) and they […]
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PHOTOS & VIDEO Highlights| Legacy Boat Cruise 2016 set sail in style
The weather was postcard-perfect for the second annual Legacy Boat Cruise, Saturday, August 6.
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Berlin wasn’t just Jesse Owens’ Olympics
Gymnast Simone Biles. Swimmer Simone Manuel. Shot putter Michelle Carter. All three won gold medals at the Rio 2016 Olympics in sports not typically associated with Black American athletes. Eighty years ago, a grand total of two Black American women athletes, Tidye Pickett and Louise Stokes, both in track and field, traveled to the 1936 […]
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The ‘Bronze’ is back!
“The ‘Bronze’ is back,” said Darwin Dean, president and sponsor of the Upper Midwest Bronze Amateur Memorial Golf Tournament. The “Bronze” began in 1939 as an open tournament that gave minorities an opportunity to play golf and compete against the best golfers in the area. Men of that day opened the doors to golf for […]
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MSR Top Five | Festival For Fathers, Nappy Hour, Little Africa Fest and more!
A snapshot of events around town 90’s Explosion: En Vogue, Naughty By Nature, Tone Loc Revisit the hottest acts of the 90’s with this great summer lineup August 12 | 8-11 pm Mystic Lake Casino Hotel 2400 Mystic Lake Blvd., Prior Lake More info: www.mysticlake.com Third Annual Little Africa Fest Join African Economic Development Solutions, […]
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Film Review: ‘Miss Sharon Jones!’
Sharon Jones & the Dap-Kings are a Grammy-nominated R&B band from Brooklyn. Their groove is funky like James Brown’s. Jones’ gyrations are as wild and ferocious as Tina Tuner’s. The group’s soul shakes and their lead singer’s indomitable spirit blend into something very special, heartfelt and familial. When Jones is diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, it […]
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Preventing painful sickle cell disease crises during the summer
For most of us, the summer represents fun: playing outdoors, cooling off in a pool and enjoying a family vacation. But for the many children, teens and adults living with sickle cell disease, these activities can trigger an extremely painful “crisis” episode — the most common manifestation of this genetic, chronic and deadly disease. Crisis has […]
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Informants are dangers to community when their crimes go unpunished
What is a confidential informant? What are the ground rules for handling an informant? When will being an informant no longer give them permission to commit crimes with impunity? Notice, we did not ask who is an informant. We all know that informants can be helpful to law enforcement. Our complaint is when they are […]
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Unite in Purple to honor Prince at Minnesota State Fair August 26
The Minnesota State Fairgrounds will be bathed in purple August 26 to honor Minnesota’s native son, the late musical legend Prince. Organizers are asking attendees to come together in their best purple attire and Prince gear and enjoy rides and buildings lit up in purple. There will be Prince music, tributes, and covers at various […]
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PHOTO OF THE WEEK | Dancing on the Legacy Boat Cruise!
Hundreds gathered on the Legacy Boat Cruise, Saturday, August 6 to set sail down the St. Croix. In this photo, Kathy Washington found her groove on the dance floor as KMOJ’s QBear played a mix of old school favorites. Look for more photos and video in days to come.
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PHOTOS & VIDEO | MAD DADS celebrates and encourages seniors in Mpls
“Our elders may be our past, but they are so much a key to our future.” —VJ Smith On Friday, August 5, MAD DADS Minneapolis hosted Senior Citizen Safety Pride Day at Boom Island in Minneapolis. The festivities included food, games, information about community resources, remarks of encouragement and appreciation by community activist Spike Moss and MAD […]