Shanasha Whitson of Mothers Against Gun Violence shares a powerful call to action after the killing of Amarie Alowonle. She demands justice, a crackdown on illegal gun switches, and real investments to end the epidemic of youth gun violence.
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Fremont Fun Fest fosters connection, and saves lives
Fremont Fun Fest returns August 5 with food, music, and health resources for the North Minneapolis community. Hosted by Neighborhood HealthSource, this free event offers on-site HIV/STI testing, Narcan training, and support services in a celebration of care and connection.
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MN PROMISE Act offers small businesses ‘life-changing capital’
The PROMISE Act has expanded. Minnesota small business owners in North and South Minneapolis and South St. Paul can now access up to $1.5 million in financing for commercial property, refinance unfair contracts, and get one-on-one business support from MEDA.
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Chanda Smith Baker to head Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation
Chanda Smith Baker will become CEO of the Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation on August 25. The longtime civic and philanthropic leader brings decades of experience rooted in community, equity, and systems change.
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Remembering Rose Marie Atlas
Rose Marie Atlas, of North Minneapolis, passed away on July 7, 2025. A funeral service will be held July 24 at Open Door Evangelistic World Ministries.
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Anything Helps builds trust through simple acts of care
At Anything Helps in North Minneapolis, recovery starts with radical care: food, showers, and no judgment. Peer-led support and trust are the focus.
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“If I can do it, so can you”: Neighborhood HealthSource offers lifeline in opioid recovery fight
Recovery coach Angela Knoell and the team at Neighborhood HealthSource are changing lives in North Minneapolis with harm reduction, treatment, and radical care.
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Save the date: Northside Fresh leads 14th annual seed giveaway
Northside Fresh Coalition will host its 14th annual Seed & Plant Distribution event on Friday, May 17, at Sanctuary Covenant Church, where North Minneapolis residents can pick up seeds, seedlings, and gardening resources to support homegrown food and community well-being.
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Metro Food Justice Network Launches Monthly Free Community Salad Bar in North Minneapolis
North Minneapolis residents now have access to a monthly free community salad bar, sponsored by Natural Me Apothecary and the Metro Food Justice Network, to combat food insecurity and promote healthy eating.
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Vybez: Come, feel welcome, do unconventional things
Vybez is a new cultural hub in St. Paul, created by Martrelle “Trey” Brown, which is a community space, dance studio, art gallery, and place where people of color can find creativity.
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New Herbal Shop in North Minneapolis Aims to Heal and Empower Community
Natural Me Apothecary, a new Black woman-owned apothecary in North Minneapolis, is offering over 300 herbs, herbal remedies, and fresh juices to the community in an effort to improve access to holistic healing.
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Sister Spokesman builds on love, Black History Month
The “Love Connections: Embrace Self-Love & Build Great Relationships” event, hosted by Sister Spokesman, brought together dozens of attendees to discuss the importance of self-love and building fulfilling relationships through the law of attraction and mindfulness practices.
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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.
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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.
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Members-Only Cannabis Lounge Coming to North Minneapolis
MAC Social Club, a new members-only cannabis consumption lounge, is opening in north Minneapolis, providing a space for cannabis enthusiasts to gather and connect in an elevated setting.
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Architectural design as a tool for community healing
Changó Cummings, a multidisciplinary architectural designer, is reshaping the landscape of architecture by employing art and design to challenge traditional norms and support marginalized communities, creating spaces that address both the physical and spiritual needs of BIPOC communities.
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Beyond Baking: Cookie Cart Transforms Young Lives in North Minneapolis
Cookie Cart is a nonprofit bakery that empowers young people, primarily youth of color, with life skills and leadership development through hands-on work experience.
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Phyllis Wheatley Community Center Welcomes David Hunter II as New Executive Director
David Hunter II has been appointed as the new Executive Director of the Phyllis Wheatley Community Center, a cornerstone of North Minneapolis, and is excited to return to his childhood home and continue the legacy of empowerment and education.
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Black Friday on Broadway: Supporting Northside Entrepreneurs and Keeping Dollars Local
The West Broadway Business and Area Coalition is hosting Black Friday on Broadway, a two-day event featuring 30 local small businesses, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities, to support local entrepreneurs and keep spending within the community.
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Business Spotlight: Colonial Market and Restaurant
Daniel Hernandez has opened a supermarket chain, Colonial Market, in Minneapolis to address the lack of food accessibility in underserved communities, providing fresh produce, cultural foods, and prepared meals, as well as creating job opportunities and partnering with local nonprofits and churches.