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Gypsies, Jews, Hmong and Blacks — diasporas of the unwanted
Jan. 9 | When I was a little girl, people would ask, “What nationality are you?” That is to say, to what tribe do I belong? What is my country of origin? Belonging is tribe, blood and culture, not necessarily territory and certainly not based on...
MN’s sales tax highest of five-state Upper Midwest
Jan. 2 | Revenue commissioner talks tax reform with Twin Cities’ business owners of color By Charles Hallman Staff Writer On December 21, Revenue Commissioner Myron Frans held the second of two minority business tax forums at African...
Teacher/entrepreneur uses life lessons to motivate Twin Cities’ youth
Jan. 2 | By Charles Hallman Staff Writer Overcoming obstacles and adjusting to changes in his life is Tommy Watson’s personal story. “By the time I was in third grade, I lived in three foster homes…and lived with my grandmother,”...
This week’s Entertainment spotlights!
Jan. 2 | Martha Reeves and the Vandellas Wed.-Thurs., Jan. 9-10, 7 & 9 pm Dakota Jazz Club & Restaurant 1010 Nicollet Mall, Mpls., 612-332-1010 or www.dakotacooks.com Tickets are $50-$65 for the 7 pm show and $40-$45 for the 9 pm show. T.A.Y.E. Wed.,...
Tracey Ashley: Witty comedian brought the heat to local club
Jan. 2 | There aren’t many things worth going outside for on a December night in the Twin Cities. Comedic ace Tracey Ashley is one. Homegirl truly got skills. This summer, Tracey Ashley opened for Dave Chappelle at the State Theatre and was a hit,...
Black father of Three Musketeers author was a real-life hero
Jan. 2 | For a quiet weekend getaway, there’s nothing like a novel. With a novel in your hands, you can travel the world without going anywhere, seeing things your eyes can’t show you. Reading a novel allows you to be someone — or something –...
Program helps young adults transition from foster care to positive futures
Jan. 2 | By Makula Dunbar Contributing Writer Contrary to how most people view it, Tiffany — a teen who’s just become familiar with the foster care system — says it’s the best thing that’s ever happened to her. Making the shift...
African inventor addresses worldwide crisis of sanitation
Jan. 2 | Lack of toilets, water overuse will bring the crisis to the U.S., engineer predicts By Charles Hallman Staff Writer Human waste disposal and how to properly manage it has been a recognized environmental issue since 2008 when the United...
