Grammy and Emmy award-winning, Oscar-nominated Mary J. Blige is bringing her \”For My Fans Tour\” to the Xcel Energy Center on March 16, featuring R&B stars NE-YO and Mario, and showcasing her latest album, Gratitude.
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Posted inVibrant Storefronts
Flavor World and the Vibrant Storefronts Project: Revitalizing Minneapolis Through Creativity
Flavor World, a Minneapolis-based creative brand, is transforming a vacant downtown space into a community-driven art and cultural hub, with its mission of “leaving the world more creative than we found it.
Posted inLocal & State
Mpls affordable housing creation shows significant gains
Minneapolis’ policy of ending single-family zoning has led to a significant increase in affordable housing, with over half of the city’s construction projects dedicated to affordable housing, making it easier for people to access housing near jobs and services.
Posted inLocal & State
Eva Morrison, a beacon to Progressive Church
Eva Morrison, a dedicated church leader and pillar of her community, was honored by St. Paul’s Progressive Baptist Church for her decades of service and profound impact on the lives of countless individuals.
Posted inBlack History
Honoring Black Excellence: Bloomington Pioneers and Changemakers 2024
The Bloomington Pioneers and Changemakers series honors Black leaders who have made significant contributions to the community, including champions of equity and education, trailblazers in business and social impact, and advocates for the next generation.
Posted inThe Prep Scene
NBA and metro area sports stars in “Fab Five” photos this week
This week’s “Fab Five” photos feature standout basketball players from various high schools and colleges
Posted inBlack Business Spotlight
Game Time Sports Bar & Arcade brings new dynamic to Lake Street
Game Time Sports Bar & Arcade, owned by five lifelong friends, is set to open at Midtown Global Market on Super Bowl weekend, offering a vibrant space for sports enthusiasts and families alike to watch games, enjoy delicious food, and have fun.
Posted inEducation
Teaching the teachers
Timothy Berry, a lifelong Minnesotan, is helping prepare future school principals and district superintendents, while also celebrating Black culture through his talents in music and the arts, and using both roles to remember and build on those who came before us in the effort to move ourselves forward.
Posted inFinance
Boosting financial wellness starts with financial literacy
Black folks have some catching up to do when it comes to financial literacy, as they score lower than other races and ethnicities on the P-Fin Index, according to a 2023 report.
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The Mali Center: Embedding Health, Wealth and Wellness into St. Paul’s North End Neighborhood
Tyrone Minor, a fitness instructor and entrepreneur, has transformed his passion for health and wellness into a community hub, The Mali Center, a health and wellness lifestyle center in the North End neighborhood, which is home to several businesses and nonprofits focused on improving the generational wealth and health of the community.
Posted inArts + Culture
Casey Riley on GIANTS: Art from the Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys
The Minneapolis Institute of Art is set to host GIANTS: Art from the Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys, a groundbreaking exhibition featuring nearly 100 significant works by Black diasporic artists.
Posted inLocal & State
Target boycott set to begin with Black History Month
A coalition of concerned multiracial citizens protested outside Target headquarters in response to the company’s recent abandonment of its diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, including its commitment to support Black entrepreneurs.
Posted inMSR In the News
MSR’s CEO honored for 50+ years in news
Tracey Williams-Dillard was honored with six others by the Minnesota Newspaper Association’s Half Century Club, recognizing her 50 years of service to the newspaper industry.
Posted inEducation
Toward an education that explores our cultural heritage
The Cultural Wellness Center in Minneapolis is working to redefine freedom for African Americans by shifting the focus from equal rights to self-study, acknowledging history, and honoring culture, and Julia Berry is a key part of this effort.
Posted inLocal & State
Local Boys & Girls Clubs celebrates its ‘Youth of the Year’
Brianna Cannon has been selected as the 2025 “Youth of the Year” by the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Twin Cities, and will advance to the Midwest Regional competition.
Posted inMusic
Tyler, the Creator’s ‘Chromakopia’ Tour Kicks Off in St. Paul with a Bold, Theatrical Transformation
Tyler, the Creator opened his Chromakopia Tour with a metamorphosis, blending past and present in a way only he could, with a theatrical opening and a shift in tone, and closing with powerful performances.
Posted inHigh School Basketball
High School Basketball Game of the Week: Jefferson vs. Benilde-St. Margaret’s
The Benilde-St. Margaret’s Red Knights dominated the Jefferson Jaguars 81-70, showcasing their dominance and proving they are a team to watch as the playoffs approach.
Posted inEvents
Community Connections Conference: A Gathering for Change
The Minneapolis Convention Center will host the Community Connections Conference on February 8, 2025, aimed at giving Black communities and other underrepresented voices opportunities to influence policies, build connections, and gain knowledge to advocate for their communities.
Posted inEvents
West Broadway Business & Area Coalition’s Annual Fundraising Gala: A Celebration of Community, Creativity, and Change
The West Broadway Business and Area Coalition’s Annual Fundraising Gala, hosted by media mogul Sheletta Brundidge, will celebrate progress and support the community in North Minneapolis on March 20th, 2025.
Posted inGeorge Floyd Square
Minneapolis Moves Forward with Peoples’ Way Redevelopment Plans
The city of Minneapolis is inviting nonprofit organizations to submit proposals for redeveloping the Peoples’ Way property, a site forever etched in history due to the tragic killing of George Floyd by a Minneapolis police officer.