Minnesota Twins great Tony Oliva and John Baker pose for a photo at the “Be the Change” Golf Tournament on Sept. 3 at Theodore Wirth Golf Course.Â
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Urban Edge Network, Roland Martin’s network sign largest media rights deal in NAIA history GCAC
Streaming service to carry live GCAC contests and conference championships.
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Remembering Clarence Sim Crosby, Jr.
Clarence Sim Crosby, Jr., affectionately known as “Pepo” or “Pebbles,” of Ramsey, MN, but originally from South Minneapolis, passed away due to complications from chronic kidney disease on August 16, 2022, at age 61. Clarence is survived by his mother Rayeann, his children Charrie, Akeem, Kareem, Ashley, Allie and Sophia, and his sisters Marcine, Rayeann […]
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21st Annual Selby Ave JazzFest kicks off Sept. 10
Selby Ave JazzFest is back with another year of exciting musical acts.
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Photo of the Week | All smiles at the Black Out Business Gala
Kimerlie Geraci, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and Tina Schleif were all smiles at the Minnesota Black Chamber of Commerce’s (MBCC) Black Out Business Gala.
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Tips for fueling business growth through planning and mentorshipÂ
In celebration of Black Business Month this August, Jacob Derritt shares tips for starting a healthy business.Â
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Inaugural music fest brings community together in St. Paul
The free festival, held on August 13 at Western Sculpture Park in St. Paul, was ‘a great time to bring the community together,’ said organizer Kevin Johnson.
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Photo of the Week | Swimming in gold!
Minneapolis resident Martha Arradondo bought home the gold at the 2022 Senior Games in Mankato.
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Golf tournament continues to spark change
‘By playing a sport we love, we hope the money raised during the tournament can make a small difference in those kids’ lives.’
Posted inEducation, Featured, Local & State, News
A lucky strike for girls taking action
‘It means a lot to see my community stepping up to put their dollars into the good work we are doing.’
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Funeral services announced for Clyde Turner
The family has announced that a funeral service for Gopher basketball great Clyde Turner has been scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 20, at 1 pm.
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​​Dr. Cedric Alexander sworn in as Minneapolis’ first community safety commissioner
​City Council approves Mayor Frey’s nomination of ​​Cedric Alexander as Minneapolis’ first community safety commissioner.
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Will Smith breaks silence, apologizes to Chris Rock over Oscar slap
‘There was no part of me that thinks that was the right way to behave in that moment.’
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Photo of the Week | Minneapolis kicks off Black Business Week
The city of Minneapolis celebrated its second Black Business Week program and Kick-Off Summit on Monday, July 25.
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Update: Missing 10-year-old Majestii Newsom has been located and is safe
The Minneapolis Police Department reported that Majestii Newsom, who was declared missing on July 23, has been located and is safe.
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LEAD is What’s Next for Lake Street
‘After several months of deep listening to Minneapolis and St. Paul residents, GreenLight made its first multi-year investment in LEAD.’
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Summer money tips for kids
‘Kids start learning about money at an early age and by the time they start earning money, it’s a great moment to talk about financially healthy habits’
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Photo of the Week | Causing a scene
Wild turkeys stroll through the neighborhood near the intersection of 28th Ave. and E. Minnehaha Pkwy in South Minneapolis—catching the eye of drivers and stopping traffic in the process.Â
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PHOTOS: Sister Spokesman returned with lessons on self-care
Sister Spokesman returned on July 2 at NorthPoint in North Mpls. for an afternoon centered on self-care and empowerment.
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People of Color Career Fair seeks to inspire and fill many healthcare roles
Hennepin Healthcare is holding its first-ever People of Color Career Fair in downtown Minneapolis on July 16.Â