Supporting a loved one with addiction is challenging, but it’s crucial to offer love and support while maintaining boundaries and avoiding accusatory language, and to recognize that addiction is a chronic, relapsing brain disorder.
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Posted inBlack Business Spotlight
Poptastic Planners
Temeal Armstrong founded Poptastic Planners, a company that offers fun and functional planners and journals for children to stay organized and creative, with a goal of helping children with special needs express themselves creatively.
Posted inHealth + Wellness
Peace in Practice expands access to yoga culture
Peace and Practice’s first Wellness Wednesday of the year saw a large turnout, with a diverse group of participants enjoying yoga and mindfulness practices, and emphasizing self-transcendence and personal empowerment.
Posted inPolitics
Jazz Hampton announces candidacy for mayor of Minneapolis
Jazz Hampton, CEO and General Counsel of TurnSignl, has announced his candidacy for mayor of Minneapolis, running on a platform of public safety, accountability, and community-driven change.
Posted inEvents
Ride the New York subway with Milo and his imagination
Children’s Theatre Company’s new musical “Milo Imagines the World” features a book by Terry Guest, music and lyrics by Christian Albright and Christian Magby, and musical direction by Sanford Moore, with opening night set for February 8.
Posted inCommunity Voices
Be willing to step into leadership
The “United 4 Youth” campaign, launched by ISAIAH, aims to secure public funding for afterschool and youth programs in Minnesota, recognizing the power of community organizing and agency to create meaningful change.
Posted inLocal & State
MnDOT’s I-94 plans spark debate
MnDOT’s plans for I-94 have raised concerns among community leaders, particularly those representing communities of color, as the exclusion of the At-Grade Fill-In option has been met with frustration and calls for a more fundamental shift in the project’s approach.
Posted inSports
City Conference races get interesting
The City Conference boys basketball races in St. Paul and Minneapolis got interesting last week.
Posted inGeorge Floyd Square
Plans for George Floyd Square Pedestrian Mall Delayed Again
The Minneapolis City Council’s Climate and Infrastructure Committee has tabled plans for a pedestrian plaza at George Floyd Square due to opposition from property owners on the block.
Posted inEducation
Advocates say micro-schools could boost Black students’ success
The National Association of Black Microschool Leaders (NABML), founded by Nicole Stewart-Jones, aims to empower Black educators and leaders within the micro-school movement, offering innovative and personalized learning environments for Black students.
Posted inEvents
Tyler, The Creator Brings CHROMAKOPIA: THE WORLD TOUR to St. Paul
Tyler, The Creator will be performing at the Xcel Energy Center on February 4, 2025, as part of his 2025 CHROMAKOPIA: THE WORLD TOUR, with Lil Yachty and rising duo Paris Texas, and tickets are now available.
Posted inNews
Minnesota leaders battle Trump order to end birthright citizenship
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison has joined civil rights groups and community leaders to oppose President Donald Trump’s executive order to end birthright citizenship, a long-standing guarantee under the 14th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.
Posted inSports
Ari Peterson: The Rising Star Making Her Mark on Minnesota’s Basketball Scene
Ari Peterson, the 15-year-old daughter of NFL legend Adrian Peterson, is making a name for herself in high school basketball, already drawing interest from college programs across the country.
Posted inHigh School Basketball
Clutch Block Seals Prior Lake’s Thrilling 76-73 Victory Over Apple Valley
Prior Lake Lakers won the thrilling non-conference showdown against Apple Valley Eagles 76-73, with standout performances from Norbu Jenpa with 22 points and Colten Gunderson with a game-winning block.
Posted inBlacklight On Sports
Courtney Brown: A Legacy of Leadership On and Off the Court
Courtney Brown’s story is one of resilience, transformation, and leadership. From starring in basketball at St. Paul Highland Park to playing professionally worldwide and joining the Harlem Globetrotters, his journey didn’t stop there. Now an educator, Brown is shaping young minds as a Physical Education and Health teacher at Gordon Parks High School, proving that true impact extends far beyond the game.
Posted inEvents
Elevating Black Voices: Third Annual Black Entrepreneurs Day at the Minnesota Capitol
Black Entrepreneurs Day at the Minnesota State Capitol is back for its third year, offering Black business owners and community leaders the opportunity to connect with legislators and advocate for the resources they need to succeed.
Posted inEvents
Children’s Reading Circle at the Minnesota African American Heritage Museum and Gallery
The Minnesota African American Heritage Museum and Gallery is hosting a celebration of diversity and inclusion with Timi Bliss, author and illustrator of “The Magic in Me!”, a personalized book that encourages children to embrace their unique qualities.
Posted inLocal & State
Attorney General Keith Ellison Secures $35 Novo Nordisk Insulin for Minnesotans
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison announced a settlement with Novo Nordisk, ensuring all Minnesotans can access insulin for no more than $35 per month for the next five years.
Posted inNational
Egg Prices Hit Record Highs Again
The ongoing bird flu epidemic and changing agricultural regulations have driven egg prices to unprecedented levels, with the national average price for a dozen eggs climbing to $4.15 in December, and experts predicting a further 20% increase in 2024.
Posted inLocal & State
The Evolving Landscape of DEI in Corporate America and Its Impact on Recruitment
Several major companies, including Target and McDonald’s, have announced rollbacks on their DEI initiatives, sparking a debate about the future of DEI in corporate America and its implications for recruitment and workplace culture.