After surviving abuse, homelessness, and foster care, Tameeka Russell is building the child welfare system she wishes had existed for her.
Minnesota community
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The Gathered Table Builds Community One Bowl at a Time in Minnesota
The Gathered Table is a Minnesota-based food and community initiative using shared meals to combat isolation and rebuild connection. Founded by Jaylen Lyles, the project centers food, culture, and intentional gathering as a response to the loss of traditional community spaces across the state.
Posted inLocal & State
Walk by FAITH!: Heart health and community in Minnesota
Walk By FAITH brought together churches from St. Paul and Rochester for community centered walking events focused on heart health, fellowship, and wellness. Led by program founder Dr. LaPrincess Brewer, the initiative also includes Techquity By FAITH, which uses technology to expand health literacy and support healthier lifestyles within Minnesota’s African American communities.
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This Giving Tuesday, Support the Black Press That Tells Our Stories and Protects Our Voice
Independent Black media has carried our stories for generations. This Giving Tuesday, the Minnesota Spokesman Recorder is asking the community to help preserve that legacy. Your support strengthens Black journalism, funds mentorship for young storytellers, and ensures our history continues to be documented with accuracy and care.
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A New Era of Excellence Begins: Celebrating the 2025 Miss Black MN USA Royal Court
The 2025 Miss Black Minnesota USA Royal Court, Destiny Robinson, Anaiya Wilson, and Triasia Yon-Robinson, are inspiring change and empowerment in the Minnesota community and beyond with their excellence, resilience, and strength.