Snow emergencies have been called in both St. Paul and Minneapolis.
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County medicine disposal program going strong
Hennepin County reports that the Sheriff’s Office, in collaboration with Hennepin County Environment and Energy, collected and destroyed 21,940 pounds of unwanted medication in 2015, a record annual amount since the inception of its medicine disposal program.
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2016 Black History Month Calendar of Events
February is Black History Month. Below we’ve compiled a list of events happenings around the Twin Cities and beyond to honor and celebrate the contributions of African Americans. Also, make sure to look for our special Black History Month print editions on newsstands February 4 and February 25.
“A people without the knowledge of their past history, origin and culture is like a tree without roots.” — Marcus Garvey
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Crutchfield recognized for community service
Charles E. Crutchfield III, M.D. was honored on January 12 by the Twin Cities Medical Society with the “First a Physician” award…
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Nominations open for awards honoring racial equity work
Nominations are being accepted from now through midnight on Monday, Feb. 15, 2016 for the Facing Race Ambassador Awards.
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Free dental care offered to children in need
Minnesota dentists are asking for the public’s help in locating children in need of free dental care.
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State urges testing all homes for radon
The number of Minnesota families taking action to reduce levels of cancer-causing radon gas in their homes has more than doubled in the two years since a new state law took effect in 2014. Health officials say the increase means fewer families will experience lung cancer and other negative health impacts of radon exposure in the years ahead.
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It’s tax time again
The Minnesota Department of Revenue (MDR) has announced it will open state individual income tax filing season on January 19, 2016. For the benefit and convenience of Minnesotans, this is the same day as the Internal Revenue Service.
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Cuba now open to family travel
Cuba was the first destination that came to mind when discussing our fall break family vacation plans. My wife was, at first, hesitant. She was worried about the safety and thought planning a trip to the island in two weeks was too short a notice.
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MLK Jr. Holiday Calendar 2016
MLK Holiday Calendar 2016: See our list of events in the community to help celebrate the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. in the Twin Cities and beyond. If you know of more MLK, Jr. events to be added to our list, feel free to send your suggestions to msrnewsonline@spokesman.recorder.com.
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Mpls. and St. Paul declare snow emergencies
Minneapolis officials have declared a Snow Emergency beginning today, Dec. 29. City crews have been plowing and treating streets to keep them drivable.
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Beware of Intimidation Scams
Some criminals will say almost anything to try to scam people — including threatening arrest, lawsuits, imprisonment, or even physical harm.
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Join the 2016 MLK Community Breakfasts
Plan now to celebrate the 2016 Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday at one of Interfaith Action of St. Paul’s uplifting community breakfasts served at nine neighborhood locations on Monday, January 18, 2016, 7-9:30 am.
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Beware phone scammers posing as law enforcement
The Minnesota Department of Commerce is warning Minnesotans about a phone scam recently reported to the agency in which the scammer poses as a law enforcement investigator who pretends to be working on an identity theft case involving the victim.
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Food shelves shift into holiday high gear
This has always been the favorite time of year in America for folk to look forward to tables just chock full of food. Over the past several years or more, our ever-worsening economy has the number of those who can afford to look forward to the holidays steadily decreasing.
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Beyond trick-or-treating: fun family activities for Halloween season
Trick-or-treating may be the standard Halloween tradition for most American families, but the holiday has branched out extensively over the last decade. Today, Americans spend over one billion dollars visiting Halloween-themed attractions. Where are they going, and what are the best activities for your family? The experts at Hauntworld.com are offering some spooky answers in […]
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Street Sweeping in Minneapolis
Fall comprehensive street sweeping will start Tuesday, October 20, 2015. The Street Sweeping Schedule Lookup has been updated to reflect the 2015 fall sweep. Vehicles parked in violation of signs are subject to a ticket and tow. Thanks for your cooperation.
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Ben Coleman Clinic Two during MEA
NO SCHOOL NEXT WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY, FRIDAY
North Commons and Folwell park are hosting two basketball clinics over MEA school release Oct 14th, 15th and 16th instructed by former Minnesota Gopher and former NBA player Ben Coleman. Each 4 hour session is only $20 – below is the break down.
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Mental Illness Awareness Week is Oct. 4-10
This week of October 4-10, designated as National Mental Illness Awareness Week, is marked by community education efforts in all 50 states to raise awareness that mental illnesses are treatable medical conditions, and that there is help and hope for children and adults with mental illnesses and their families. To learn more about anxiety disorders, depression, […]
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FREE WORKSHOP: Robbery Prevention & Personal Safety
Robbery Prevention & Personal Safety Police 3rd Precinct personnel will discuss robberies and other crime issues in the area followed by a special presentation by Personal Safety expert Mary Brandl. She will demonstrate what you need to know to reduce your vulnerability to assault and robbery. Time for questions & answers provided. DATE: Tuesday, […]