Your big cleanup project is almost complete, and you’ve discovered some household items that you just don’t need or want anymore. They’re in decent shape, and you’d hate to throw them away. What do you do now? You could clean, price, and sell them at a garage sale, but that’s a lot of work and […]
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Posted inGo Green
Hennepin County achieved near-zero Super Bowl waste to landfills
A lot of waste is created at large sporting events — about 40 tons of waste was created during a typical football game at U.S. Bank Stadium. The NFL and its partners focused on tackling the problem of waste during the Super Bowl in Minneapolis on Feb 4. The aim was to recycle and compost […]
Posted inSports, Vikings/NFL
NFL player protests still hotly debated
The just-completed 2017 NFL season crowned a new champion after a season where player protests over the country’s racial inequities and injustices, by either taking a knee or raising a closed fist in the air during the national anthem, took place as well. A January 30 panel discussion during Super Bowl week at the University […]
Posted inSister Spokesman, Sister Spokesman Highlights
Sister Spokesman stresses the importance of self-love (photos)
If you missed Sister Spokesman’s “Love Thyself” event on Feb. 3, you missed an afternoon of the uplifting discussion centered on self-love and care. Attendees packed the Woman’s Club of Minneapolis room to hear panelists Nicole Pillow, Marques Armstrong and Nancy Ellis offered poignant information about the importance of loving yourself, sharing personal lessons learned […]
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Guardian ad Litem wanted
Full-Time (1.00 FTE) position-2nd District Guardian ad Litem- African American Cultural Specialist, to advocate for the best interests of abused and neglected children. Visit www.mncourts.gov to apply. Deadline is Monday, February 12, 2018 at 4:30 pm.
Posted inOpinion
Telling the truth about tobacco is long overdue
Dear Editor, My name is Brianna Owens, I am 18 years old, and I live in North Minneapolis. As a teen member of the Breathe Free North project, I am part of a group of concerned Northside community members working to increase public awareness about the benefits of living smoke-free. It’s important for people to know […]
Posted inOpinion
A nation that does not stand for children does not stand for anything
Dear Mr. President: According to the most recent federal data, more than 13.2 million children — one in five — live in poverty; six million live in extreme poverty; 14.8 million children live in food-insecure households; more than one million homeless children are in our schools; 3.9 million children still lack health insurance; the majority […]
Posted inOpinion
Tobacco companies forced to run ads on Super Bowl Sunday
New ads reveal how cigarettes were designed for maximum addiction The nation’s largest cigarette manufacturers intentionally designed cigarettes to make them more addictive. That’s just one of the facts featured in new ads the tobacco industry has been court-ordered to run. The tobacco companies have never had to publicly admit, until now, that they conducted […]
Posted inPhoto Galleries
PHOTOS: Super Bowl LII wrap-up: Highlights of a star-studded week
Super Bowl LII and the days leading up to the big game, provided a ton of activities, both free and pricey, and plenty of celebrity sight-seeing around town. Below are a few highlights from a star-studded week. Scroll through the pages below for more photo highlights!
Posted inObituaries
Loretta C. Berry
At age 93, Loretta C. Berry of Minneapolis passed away on Wednesday, January 31, 2018. She is survived by her children Reona, Camille, Loreda, Tilrene, James and family. Funeral services will be held on Friday, February 9, with visitation 10-11 am at Memorial Waterston Chapel, 4343 Nicollet Ave. South, Minneapolis (612-825-2435). Interment will take place at Crystal […]
Posted inBlack History Month, Special Editions
2018 Black History Month Calendar of Events
Listed below are Black History Month events in the Twin Cities and beyond. If you know of an event that we missed, let us know in the comment section. WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 7 10 am, Stories of Wit and Wisdom, Brookdale Library, 6125 Shingle Creek Pkwy., Brooklyn Center You’re invited to listen to lively stories from […]
Posted inOpinion
Hennepin County has new record high for opioid-related deaths during 2017
Preliminary statistics show that during 2017, Hennepin County experienced 162 opioid-related deaths, a number that is likely to increase as final numbers come in. This marks a new record high for the county, surpassing last year’s 153 opioid-related deaths, and resulting in a more than 47 percent increase since 2015. “This is startling to see […]
Posted inGo Green
Improving indoor air quality
Disclaimer: The information provided here is based on current scientific and technical understanding of the issues presented. Following the advice given will not necessarily provide complete protection in all situations or against all health hazards that may be caused by indoor air pollution. There are three basic strategies to improve indoor air quality Source control […]
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How does organics recycling work?
Organics recycling is easy: Materials that are accepted Collect the following for organics recycling: Food scraps Food-soiled paper products * Paper must be certified compostable Other compostable items Remember to continue to recycle your cartons, glass, metal, paper and plastic. Information from Hennepin County Recovery Center
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Use cold winter days to plan for spring living landscape projects
When winter hits, especially like the winter so much of the U.S. is experiencing, it can seem like spring will never come. But, there is no time like the present for homeowners to start planning lawn and landscape projects and the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) offers these suggestions to help get a jumpstart on these projects. […]
Posted inBulletin
Super Bowl to alter some county service hours and locations
Hennepin County remains open for business during Super Bowl events, although some services may be limited or moved to other locations. The County continues to work closely with partner agencies to ensure a smooth experience for visitors, residents and employees who come downtown. Hour and location details Government Center, 300 South 6th Street, Minneapolis Health Services […]
Posted inGo Green
How does organics recycling work?
Organics recycling is easy: Materials that are accepted Collect the following for organics recycling: Food scraps Food-soiled paper products * Paper must be certified compostable Other compostable items Remember to continue to recycle your cartons, glass, metal, paper and plastic. —Information from Hennepin County Recovery Center
Posted inBulletin
Issa Rae to be featured speaker at NFL Women’s Summit
The National Football League (NFL) announced today that it will host its third NFL Women’s Summit at Super Bowl LII, on February 2 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Building on the success of two previous Women’s Summit events, the league will bring together current and future leaders to discuss how football and the broader sports world can continue to support […]
Posted inObituaries
Carrie Janice Blakey Thomas
One year ago, on Wednesday, January 4, 2017, angels came and escorted Carrie Janice Blakey Thomas at age 96 onto “the old ship of Zion” to take her to her heavenly home. There to welcome her were her parents Issac Jr. and Maggie Williams Blakey, husband Leon Thomas, daughter Bettye Joyce Dean and 15 siblings. She was number […]
Posted inHealth + Wellness
Mental health support group offered in North Minneapolis
A NAMI Connection peer support group for adults recovering from mental illness meets weekly in Minneapolis. The free group is sponsored by NAMI Minnesota (National Alliance on Mental Illness). Trained facilitators who are also in recovery lead NAMI Connection groups. The group meets on Fridays, from 2:30-4:00 pm at Northside CSP, 1309 Girard Ave. N., in Minneapolis. For information, contact Don at 651-334-1778. Find […]