Outfielder Troy Alexander’s welcome to professional baseball was a rather painful one. But he’s off to a great start with the St. Paul Saints.
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The Cedar unveils Global Roots Festival lineup
Over the last 10 years, the Global Roots Festival has offered Twin Cities audiences a free, in-depth access to a bevy of global artists.
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Mystery deepens over Eagan police shooting
Questions remain in the July 2 shooting death of Isak Abdirahman Aden, 23, of Columbia Heights.
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Literary dinner celebrates local African American authors
The works of local African American authors will take center stage at Strive Publishing’s 2nd Annual Literary Dinner on Friday, Aug. 16.
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5 tips for managing your student loan debt
Being informed and mindful of these financial tips can help you manage your debt.
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Rondo spirit alive and well despite rained-out parade
Rain may have canceled this year’s Rondo parade but the sun shined on the festival.
Posted inHealth + Wellness
Sun damage can happen to us all
When it comes to protecting your skin from the summer sun, some might think that sunscreen is only for people who get sunburned easily when outdoors. Think again.
Posted inOpinion
How an aid gusher helped and hurt Liberia
International economists have tried and failed to prove that getting more aid makes economies healthier. In this case, international assistance may have merely propped Liberia up.
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Final Four ‘diverse spending’ called a model for future events
A recently released report highlights the Minneapolis Local Organizing Committee’s diversity and inclusion spending.
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WIN: Legacy Boat Cruise 2019 tickets!
Here’s your chance to win a pair (2) of tickets to set sail on 2019 Legacy Boat Cruise!
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Build good credit during and after college
When it comes to personal finance, young people don’t need to learn their lessons the hard way. Consider these tips to help you establish good credit.
Posted inBulletin
Next steps in planning the future of Hiawatha Golf Course
The public is invited to attend the next Hiawatha Golf Course Property Master Plan Community Advisory Committee meeting set for July 22.
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Coaching lets retired Lynx player give back to game she loves
Plenette Pierson, after a year away from playing, is back in the WNBA as a first-year Minnesota Lynx assistant coach.
Posted inHealth + Wellness
Getting quality sleep in the summertime
Recuperative sleep is just as vital to your overall health as regular exercise and a balanced, healthy diet, especially in the summer.
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Homeless conundrum greets new Transit chief
New chief of Metro Transit Police Eddie Frizell heads a growing police force.
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Partners Pete and Kim Rhodes bring their best to BMA Cable
Pete and Kim Rhodes are the only Black husband-and-wife broadcasting owners in the Twin Cities. Their company, BMA Cable, is celebrating 35 years of broadcasting.
Posted inObituaries
Juanita Louise Napue
Juanita Louise Napue, born June 21, 1922, passed peacefully on July 9, 2019 at the age of 97.
Posted inObituaries
Jane Thomas Bullock (Dunn)
Jane Thomas Bullock (Dunn), a wife, mother, and longtime educator, passed away July 5, 2019.
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‘Shut up and Rap’ event highlights the genre’s diverse styles
Go 95.3 hosts another free Shut Up and Rap event tonight at Pimento Jamaican Chicken in Minneapolis.
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Meet the new director of the African American Leadership Forum
Lacora Bradford Kesti will head the African American Leadership Forum, the organization announced.