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Posted inLocal & State
MSR Innovator: The influence of Wallace ‘Jack’ Jackman
Wallace “Jack” Jackman, co-publisher of the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder newspaper, has made significant contributions to the Black community through his entrepreneurial spirit.
Posted inNews
MSR: The Launa Q. Newman years
Launa Q. Newman, a pioneer in Black journalism, advocated for Twin Cities Black communities and was honored with a commemorative honor.
Posted inSports
2024 NBA Draft: Cam Christie and Terrence Shannon in the mix for Timberwolves
Cam Christie, a 6’6″ guard from Minnesota, is projected to be a late first or early second round pick in the 2024 NBA Draft.
Posted inArts + Culture
Marlena Myles’ mural ‘Flowing Currents’ celebrates Indigenous culture and journalism
Local Indigenous artist Marlena Myles unveiled her new mural, ‘Flowing Currents: The River Fish and the News Narrative,’ at Minnesota Public Radio’s St. Paul headquarters.
Posted inNews
Discover city treasures at Doors Open Minneapolis
The MSR building, a local historical landmark and home to the oldest Black-owned paper in Minnesota is one of many city attractions that’ll be open to tourists during Doors Open Minneapolis this weekend.
Posted inMSR Legacy Archives
MSR Historical Capsule: an op-ed by founding publisher Cecil E. Newman
In launching the march to our historic 90th anniversary this August, the MSR will feature articles and photos from our past issues.
Posted inLocal & State
Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder kicks off 90th Anniversary dinner series with business leaders
Orchestrated by MSR Publisher Tracey Williams-Dillard, this event sets in motion a year-long journey towards the newspaper’s 90th anniversary in 2024.
Posted inBlack Business Spotlight
Black Business Spotlight: Pimento on the Lake
‘The biggest challenge is time. Obviously, we wish we could have been open sooner. But it’s construction, and restaurant construction at that.’
Posted inNews
Legacy Cruise kicks off MSR’s 89th year (photos)
In a remarkable display of history, culture, and achievement, the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder marked the beginning of its 89-year journey on the Legacy Yacht Cruise.
Posted inLocal & State, News
New managing editor takes the helm at the MSR
The MSR is pleased to introduce Evette Porter as its new managing editor.
Posted inFeatured, Local & State, News
MSR Publisher Tracey Williams-Dillard honored as one of AARP’s ’50 Over 50′
‘I’m very excited to be recognized as one of the 50 over 50 by AARP. It’s definitely an honor when people recognize the work I do.’
Posted inFeatured
Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder ushers in 88 years of serving the community (photos)
Founded on August 10, 1934, MSR this year officially marks the beginning of its 88th year of operations.
Posted inNews
Minneapolis kicks off Black Business Week
Mayor Jacob Frey and City Council President Andrea Jenkins kicked off the city’s Black Business Week, which takes place ahead of National Black Business Month in August.
Posted inFeatured, Local & State, News
MSR selected for Google News Initiative
‘Local publishers play such vital roles in their communities, it’s imperative they evolve and develop their web presence and digital revenue strategies.’
Posted inFeatured, Local & State, News
Corporations fail to honor pledges to Black media
‘They don’t care enough about our community to be honest about it, and they know that nobody’s going to call them out on it.’
Posted inFeatured, Local & State, News
MSR to kick off sixth season of ‘Small Business Revolution’
The sixth season of the Deluxe Company’s Emmy-nominated television series “Small Business Revolution” will launch on November 9 featuring the MSR.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Tune In:’MSR Forefront COVID-19 Check-In’
Stay informed about the current developments in the fight against the pandemic at MSR Forefront’s ‘COVID-19 Check-In.’
Posted inArts + Culture, Featured, Music
MSR’s ‘Forefront’ celebrates Black Music Month
Throughout the month of June, ‘Forefront’ will celebrate Black Music Month with roundtable discussions that highlight the reach, richness and power of Black music.
Posted inFeatured, Local & State, National, News
Early issues of Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder now available online via the Minnesota Historical Society
The digitized Minneapolis Spokesman, St. Paul Recorder, and Twin City Herald newspapers will also be made available in Chronicling America, the Library of Congress’s online newspaper website.