Students Bella Crowder, Russell Thomas and Principal Amy Luehmann of the Nellie Stone Johnson School receive a $1000 grant from the St. Paul-Minneapolis Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi. Elizabeth Lasley, liaison officer and teacher, Nealie Christopher were instrumental in obtaining the grant for the NSJ Literacy Project. Presenting them with the grant was Ronald Payton […]
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Local change agents get national recognition
Local business Planting People, Growing Justice (PPGJ) has been chosen as a winner of the 2017 American Small Business Championship hosted by SCORE, the nation’s largest network of volunteer, expert business mentors, and generously supported by Sam’s Club. The American Small Business Champions will each receive a $1,000 Sam’s Club gift card, an all-expense-paid trip […]
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Apply for a Puckett Scholarship-University of Minnesota
On behalf of the Office for Equity and Diversity at the University of Minnesota, we’d like to draw your attention to the online application for our Puckett Scholarship. The Puckett Scholars Program was created in 1994 by Kirby and Tonya Puckett to provide scholarships for incoming first-year students from Minnesota. Any high school senior from […]
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Give your kidneys a free checkup for National Kidney Month
Free Kidney Screening Offered by the National Kidney Foundation Over 26 million Americans have kidney disease and most don’t know it. A quick screening from the National Kidney Foundation can help assess your kidney health. March is National Kidney Month and the National Kidney Foundation is urging all Americans to assess their risk for kidney […]
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COUNTRY Financial scholarships available as part of Money Smart Essay Contest
In support of financial literacy initiatives, COUNTRY Financial® has partnered with Minnesota Council on Economic Education to present the Money Smart Teen Essay Contest. April is financial literacy month and Money Smart Week will take place across the nation to help consumers better manage their personal finances. Students in the Twin Cities area (Hennepin and […]
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AARP opposes ‘special interest’ health care bill
Legislation would weaken Medicare, hike insurance premiums on those who can least afford it, and give tax breaks to big drug companies Washington, DC — In a statement today AARP Executive Vice President Nancy LeaMond announced AARP’s opposition to the House plan that would make harmful changes to our current health care system such as […]
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Acknowledging women who empower
In 1987 Congress passed a public law designating March as Women’s History Month. The president also issued a proclamation and requested the United Stated to observe March by conducting various activities and ceremonies, which acknowledge their accomplishments. Throughout the years, women have worked hard to obtain various opportunities and we would like to acknowledge various […]
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2017 Black History Month Calendar (updated)
Find local events in celebration of Black History Month below sorted by date. Do you know of an event that we missed? Let us know by leaving information in the comment section or by emailing msrnewsonline@spokesman-recorder.com. Happy Black History Month! Thursday, February 2 Black Light: A Soulful Embrace of Love and Life, Penumbra Theatre, 270 N. Kent […]
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Program combines GED certification with vocational training
Summit Academy OIC has received a $250,000 challenge grant from U.S. Bank to help fund its “1,000 GED Campaign,” a first-of-its-kind contextualized program that enables individuals to earn a GED and then also become certified in a construction or healthcare specialty in only 30 weeks. U.S. Bank is the first corporation to fund the campaign, […]
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MSR Top Five: Sister Spokesman, Patti LaBelle & more!
A snapshot of events around town Sister Spokesman: Eating Healthy & Staying Fit Vocal and musical roots powerhouse showcase America’s richest musical traditions of First Nation, gospel, blues, folk, rock and R&B. Jan. 7 | 12-4 pm Sabathani Community Center 310 E. 38th St. #200, Mpls More info: www.dakotacooks.com Jay Young & Lyric Factory Bass virtuoso […]
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MSR Top 5: Kwanzaa, Kat Williams, Terence Blanchard, The Temptations & more!
A snapshot of events around town Kat Williams Live Veteran stand-up comedian and actor, rapper live in concert Dec. 31 | 8-11 pm Target Center 600 1st Ave. N., Mpls. More info: www.targetcenter.com/events/detail/katt-williams The Temptations The Temptations have been a driving force in popular music for more than 50 years – See them perform their […]
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Snow emergencies issued in the Twin Cities
Snow emergencies have been declared for both St. Paul and Minneapolis. Parking restrictions begin at 9 pm December 11. Make sure to follow the rules for each city to avoid being ticketed or towed. Find more details below: Minneapolis Today, December 11, 2016 is Day 1; 9 pm to 8 am (overnight) Do not park on […]
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All MPS/MN seniors can utilize the Common Black College Application (CBCA)
Minneapolis Public Schools is proud to provide the 2016-17 Common Black College Application to all MPS/MN HS Seniors for Free. Attached is the flyer and promo code for distribution. This is a new partnership with the EDU INC and supports our current MPS HBCU initiatives (September Parent Scholarship Night, Empower Me Tour Programming, and 2017 […]
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Senate DFL calls for Special Session to address health insurance premium hikes
ST. PAUL, MINN –Senate Majority Leader Tom Bakk (DFL-Cook) kicked off a press conference Thursday afternoon to formally ask Governor Dayton to call a Special Session. DFL leaders say there are viable solutions that have already been developed that could offer a short-term fix to avoid people having to pay skyrocketing premiums that are set […]
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Calling all artists —Prince-inspired art wanted!
The Purple Philanthropy team is searching the Twin Cities for Prince inspired artists and musicians to feature their collection of art at the upcoming Purple Philanthropy Music + Art Fair taking place at Orchestra Hall from 11 am—3 pm. Join Sheila E. for this pre-concert event that is FREE/OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. The celebration will […]
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MSR Top Five | TCMA Fall Media Forum, Avant, Pumpkin Nights & more!
A snapshot of events around town Avant live at the 2nd Annual Black Out Recording artist Avant will host and perform his smash hits live at the 2nd Annual Black Out Grown & Sexy! This is a 21+ event. Oct. 14 | 10:30 pm The Venue 315 First Ave., N., Mpls. More info: 612-636-9126 Pumpkin Nights […]
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MSR Top Five | Sheila E. in concert, Battle of the Foods Trucks & more!
A snapshot of events around town McCoy Tyner Quartet W/Gary Bartz A legendary figures in modern jazz, McCoy Tyner’s blues-based piano style has become one of the most identifiable sounds in improvised music Oct. 21 | 7 & 9 pm Dakota Jazz Club 1010 Nicollet Ave., Mpls. More info: www.dakotacooks.com 2016 African Community Appreciation & […]
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MSR Top Five | Twin Cities Black Film Fest, Twin Cities Nappy Hour & more!
A snapshot of events around town Twin Cities Black Film Festival Celebrate the contributions of Black filmmakers and artists at the 14th Annual Twin Cities Black Film Festival. Enjoy films, meet and greets, a special fashion and film tribute to Prince and more! Oct. 6-9 | 6-10 pm Minnesota Historical Society 345 Kellogg Blvd. W., Saint […]
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MSR Top Five | Open Street U of M, Terrence Blanchard, The Game & more!
A snapshot of upcoming events around town International Reggae All-Stars The Midwest’s premier reggae band still jammin’ after 20-plus years! Sept. 27 | 9:30 pm Bunker’s Music Bar & Grill 761 Washington Ave. N., Mpls. More info: www.bunkersmusic.com The Game Rapper The Game performs live in concert. Sept. 30 | 9 pm —12 midnight The […]
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75th Birthday Party for Liz Moore
“Turning 75 years old is no joke,” quipped Lilene Elizabeth (Liz) Moore, as she enjoyed the companionship of friends and family at her 75th birthday party. The party was given by her three children, Ernest, Delphine, and LaVonne on August 21, 2016 at the Bremer Way Condominiums Community Room in North Minneapolis. Her guests enjoyed wonderful […]