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Employment Read MoreNearly five million Black households hit by food stamp cuts
By Frederick H. Lowe Contributing Writer Approximately 4.7 million African American households will see their monthly food stamp allotment dramatically reduced beginning this month. Bread for the World, a …
Nearly five million Black households hit by food stamp cuts Read MoreSpoken Heroes
Often times people in our community and their giving spirit to others goes unnoticed. This is our opportunity to recognize these heroes and their accomplishments. Simply download the form …
Spoken Heroes Read MorePurchase a 2014 Minnesota Black History Calendar
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Purchase a 2014 Minnesota Black History Calendar Read MoreMedia justice activists develop racial equity pledge
By Charles Hallman Staff Writer Nearly 50 persons attended “A Gathering for Media Justice” held last weekend at Hamline University for community members and local non-mainstream media representatives. …
Media justice activists develop racial equity pledge Read MoreWhen good people essentially do nothing
Power, politics, and policy and the influence they have over African American people According to Pastor Terrance Jacobs, former director with the Gamaliel Organization who was appointed to Africa, power …
When good people essentially do nothing Read MoreEnjoy your holidays in moderation, and stay motivated
The holidays are in full swing! Christmas parties at work, family gatherings, and a host of other events are filled with sweet treats — I love the holidays and …
Enjoy your holidays in moderation, and stay motivated Read MoreMpls psychologist receives award for professional excellence
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Minnesota presented Minneapolis psychologist Bravada Garrett-Akinsanya, executive director of the African American Child Wellness Institute and president of the Brakins …
Mpls psychologist receives award for professional excellence Read MoreEnjoy a healthy holiday season
Often, when we hear the term “healthy relationship” we think of intimate or romantic relations. However, healthy relationships expand past your partner and you. We need healthy relationships amongst …
Enjoy a healthy holiday season Read MoreHoliday cuisine: healing for the mind, body and SOUL
As we look forward to spending quality time with family and friends over a hearty spread, you might be pleased to know that holiday dinners are as good as …
Holiday cuisine: healing for the mind, body and SOUL Read MorePastor celebrates 50 years of ministry
By Charles Hallman Staff Writer Alphonse Reff, Sr. accepted the call to ministry in 1962. “I thought I could do some other things other than [being a minister],” …
Pastor celebrates 50 years of ministry Read MoreIt’s time to stand up and shout, ‘No more!’
This is a very trying time for the African Americans in Minneapolis. First let me start off by saying there are two very important things missing that allow this …
It’s time to stand up and shout, ‘No more!’ Read MoreDiabetic eye disease on the rise in U.S. — African Americans at higher risk
Diabetes affects nearly 26 million people in the United States. In addition, another 79 million people are estimated to have pre-diabetes, a condition that puts people at increased risk for …
Diabetic eye disease on the rise in U.S. — African Americans at higher risk Read MoreInsights from experts at starting anew
Hello to all the followers of the “Starting Anew” column. I am pleased to announce that after many triumphs and struggles as well as other issues, I have …
Insights from experts at starting anew Read MoreAmerica’s Black First Family symbolizes rise of African culture
Hotep (Be at peace, be at rest, be free) In this the second in a three-part series, I want to share another core idea: “SIA” an ancient African teaching that …
America’s Black First Family symbolizes rise of African culture Read MoreAthletes encourage youth to stay active, healthy
By Charles Hallman Staff Writer Around 100 local boys and girls worked with WNBA stars October 15 on staying active and living healthy. The five Minnesota Lynx …
Athletes encourage youth to stay active, healthy Read MoreGetting to ‘The Root’ of hair loss
First of a two-part story By Anika Robbins Contributing Writer Between lifestyle and grooming issues and breast cancer treatments, hair loss affects an estimated …
Getting to ‘The Root’ of hair loss Read MoreCities’ youth hear celebrities’ success stories
By Charles Hallman Staff Writer Singer-songwriter Ledisi, nationally syndicated radio talk host Warren BallentineWarren Ballentine, and actress Kim Coles were panelists at the half-day United Negro College …
Cities’ youth hear celebrities’ success stories Read MoreVolunteer to learn new career skills
If you are thinking of starting a new career, you may be wondering where to begin. Often, when we decide to …
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