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The Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder (MSR) enjoys a living legacy as the oldest Black-owned newspaper in the state of Minnesota and one of the longest-standing, family-owned newspapers in the country.
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Two HBCUs will play the Gophers this week, but local media coverage remains nearly silent. This story highlights the long history of HBCU teams being overlooked and why it matters.
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#HBCU #SportsCoverage
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December 10, 2025 at 2:17 AM
Two HBCUs will play the Gophers this week, but local media coverage remains nearly silent. This story highlights the long history of HBCU teams being overlooked and why it matters.
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#HBCU #SportsCoverage
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#HBCU #SportsCoverage
Alabama A&M’s “Diva Coach” Dawn E. Thornton is bringing her Bulldogs to The Barn to face the Gophers. The only HBCU on Minnesota’s schedule and the only Black woman head coach on the visiting sidelines this season.
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#WBB #HBCU
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#WBB #HBCU
December 10, 2025 at 2:13 AM
Alabama A&M’s “Diva Coach” Dawn E. Thornton is bringing her Bulldogs to The Barn to face the Gophers. The only HBCU on Minnesota’s schedule and the only Black woman head coach on the visiting sidelines this season.
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#WBB #HBCU
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#WBB #HBCU
Rondo elder Mary K. Boyd calls for urgent action on literacy and encourages adults to serve as “first educators.” She highlights the role community support plays in helping children thrive. buff.ly/9u7LNAA
#LiteracyMatters #Rondo
#LiteracyMatters #Rondo
December 10, 2025 at 2:05 AM
Rondo elder Mary K. Boyd calls for urgent action on literacy and encourages adults to serve as “first educators.” She highlights the role community support plays in helping children thrive. buff.ly/9u7LNAA
#LiteracyMatters #Rondo
#LiteracyMatters #Rondo
Shout out to Jersey Jo’s in Rochester, MN, a Best of Black Business nominee. A family run spot serving authentic Philly cheesesteaks for 10 years with friendly service and amazing food that keeps people coming back.
#BestOfBlackBusinesses #JerseyJos #BlackOwnedMN
#BestOfBlackBusinesses #JerseyJos #BlackOwnedMN
December 10, 2025 at 1:56 AM
Shout out to Jersey Jo’s in Rochester, MN, a Best of Black Business nominee. A family run spot serving authentic Philly cheesesteaks for 10 years with friendly service and amazing food that keeps people coming back.
#BestOfBlackBusinesses #JerseyJos #BlackOwnedMN
#BestOfBlackBusinesses #JerseyJos #BlackOwnedMN
Sister Spokesman brought women together for an afternoon of truth, rest and connection. A moving conversation on stress, survival and healing in community. buff.ly/GDQ9806
#SisterSpokesman #PauseBreatheHeal
#SisterSpokesman #PauseBreatheHeal
December 10, 2025 at 1:46 AM
Sister Spokesman brought women together for an afternoon of truth, rest and connection. A moving conversation on stress, survival and healing in community. buff.ly/GDQ9806
#SisterSpokesman #PauseBreatheHeal
#SisterSpokesman #PauseBreatheHeal
ICE raids continue a centuries long pattern of racial control rooted in slave patrols and discriminatory policing. This piece breaks down the history, the harm, and the ongoing resistance. buff.ly/yeJbHu8
December 10, 2025 at 1:34 AM
ICE raids continue a centuries long pattern of racial control rooted in slave patrols and discriminatory policing. This piece breaks down the history, the harm, and the ongoing resistance. buff.ly/yeJbHu8
Jingle’s landing in the Twin Cities!
Step into a holiday wonderland at Chilango, twinkling lights, festive cocktails, Christmas classics & games for all ages. Whether you’re in an ugly sweater or a Grinch costume, bring the cheer & snag your tickets before it sells out. #JingleBarMPLS #HolidayVibes
Step into a holiday wonderland at Chilango, twinkling lights, festive cocktails, Christmas classics & games for all ages. Whether you’re in an ugly sweater or a Grinch costume, bring the cheer & snag your tickets before it sells out. #JingleBarMPLS #HolidayVibes
December 9, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Jingle’s landing in the Twin Cities!
Step into a holiday wonderland at Chilango, twinkling lights, festive cocktails, Christmas classics & games for all ages. Whether you’re in an ugly sweater or a Grinch costume, bring the cheer & snag your tickets before it sells out. #JingleBarMPLS #HolidayVibes
Step into a holiday wonderland at Chilango, twinkling lights, festive cocktails, Christmas classics & games for all ages. Whether you’re in an ugly sweater or a Grinch costume, bring the cheer & snag your tickets before it sells out. #JingleBarMPLS #HolidayVibes
South 91 – Cooper 41
South High came out locked in tonight. A 48-point second quarter and big performances from Jamair Wright (25) and Laviance Gales (21) sealed a dominant win.
This squad is looking dangerous. 🐅🏀
South High came out locked in tonight. A 48-point second quarter and big performances from Jamair Wright (25) and Laviance Gales (21) sealed a dominant win.
This squad is looking dangerous. 🐅🏀
December 9, 2025 at 12:13 AM
South 91 – Cooper 41
South High came out locked in tonight. A 48-point second quarter and big performances from Jamair Wright (25) and Laviance Gales (21) sealed a dominant win.
This squad is looking dangerous. 🐅🏀
South High came out locked in tonight. A 48-point second quarter and big performances from Jamair Wright (25) and Laviance Gales (21) sealed a dominant win.
This squad is looking dangerous. 🐅🏀
Vendor spots are open for the 2025 Health on the Go Community Health Hub. Free to participate and limited to seventy five spaces.
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December 8, 2025 at 9:06 PM
Vendor spots are open for the 2025 Health on the Go Community Health Hub. Free to participate and limited to seventy five spaces.
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The grind is costing entrepreneurs their health. Episode 6 of Keepin’ it Real takes an honest look at burnout and why the work cannot thrive if the worker is breaking.
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December 8, 2025 at 8:54 PM
The grind is costing entrepreneurs their health. Episode 6 of Keepin’ it Real takes an honest look at burnout and why the work cannot thrive if the worker is breaking.
Listen: buff.ly/sJCaG5L
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Shout out to Klassics Kitchen + Cocktails, a Best of Black Business nominee. People say Gerard and his family are the best and have made a real impact on the restaurant industry.
#BestOfBlackBusinesses #KlassicsKitchen #BlackOwnedMN
#BestOfBlackBusinesses #KlassicsKitchen #BlackOwnedMN
December 8, 2025 at 8:49 PM
Shout out to Klassics Kitchen + Cocktails, a Best of Black Business nominee. People say Gerard and his family are the best and have made a real impact on the restaurant industry.
#BestOfBlackBusinesses #KlassicsKitchen #BlackOwnedMN
#BestOfBlackBusinesses #KlassicsKitchen #BlackOwnedMN
Minnesota parents face long delays for child care support as scholarship and CCAP waitlists grow statewide. Families are left without stable early learning options.
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December 8, 2025 at 5:39 PM
Minnesota parents face long delays for child care support as scholarship and CCAP waitlists grow statewide. Families are left without stable early learning options.
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Shout out to 612 Jungle, a Best of Black Business nominee. People say it is powerful to be in a fitness space where the community and instructors look like you. A true wellness space built on representation.
#BestOfBlackBusinesses #612Jungle #BlackOwnedMN
#BestOfBlackBusinesses #612Jungle #BlackOwnedMN
December 8, 2025 at 12:06 AM
Shout out to 612 Jungle, a Best of Black Business nominee. People say it is powerful to be in a fitness space where the community and instructors look like you. A true wellness space built on representation.
#BestOfBlackBusinesses #612Jungle #BlackOwnedMN
#BestOfBlackBusinesses #612Jungle #BlackOwnedMN
Walk By FAITH brings St. Paul and Rochester churches together to walk, worship, and focus on heart health. With Techquity and strong faith leaders, the program helps close health gaps in Minnesota communities.
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December 7, 2025 at 10:08 PM
Walk By FAITH brings St. Paul and Rochester churches together to walk, worship, and focus on heart health. With Techquity and strong faith leaders, the program helps close health gaps in Minnesota communities.
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Cheryl Reeve speaks on the absence of Black women head coaches in the WNBA and why allyship matters.
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December 7, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Cheryl Reeve speaks on the absence of Black women head coaches in the WNBA and why allyship matters.
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Alicia Wood led St. Olaf volleyball to an undefeated MIAC season and earned MIAC Coach of the Year, becoming the first coach of color to win the award. The Oles also reached the NCAA round of 32.
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#StOlaf #Volleyball #AliciaWood #MIAC #MSRNews
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#StOlaf #Volleyball #AliciaWood #MIAC #MSRNews
December 6, 2025 at 6:49 PM
Alicia Wood led St. Olaf volleyball to an undefeated MIAC season and earned MIAC Coach of the Year, becoming the first coach of color to win the award. The Oles also reached the NCAA round of 32.
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#StOlaf #Volleyball #AliciaWood #MIAC #MSRNews
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#StOlaf #Volleyball #AliciaWood #MIAC #MSRNews
Minnesota farmers, brewers and retailers warn a federal hemp ban will devastate the industry long before 2026. Seed orders, contracts and supply chains could collapse as distributors pull back.
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December 6, 2025 at 6:37 PM
Minnesota farmers, brewers and retailers warn a federal hemp ban will devastate the industry long before 2026. Seed orders, contracts and supply chains could collapse as distributors pull back.
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Minnesota is creating a Gordon Parks Living Memorial to honor the legendary photographer, filmmaker and humanitarian. The project will include youth programs, public art and creative storytelling rooted in his legacy.
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December 6, 2025 at 6:24 PM
Minnesota is creating a Gordon Parks Living Memorial to honor the legendary photographer, filmmaker and humanitarian. The project will include youth programs, public art and creative storytelling rooted in his legacy.
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Winter Warm-Up returns to U.S. Bank Stadium starting December 2.
The program offers indoor inline skating on the main concourse and indoor running on the upper concourse.
Held most Tuesday and Thursday evenings, 5–9 PM, through January 22.
Tickets: $15 at Ticketmaster.
#Minneapolis #USBankStadium
The program offers indoor inline skating on the main concourse and indoor running on the upper concourse.
Held most Tuesday and Thursday evenings, 5–9 PM, through January 22.
Tickets: $15 at Ticketmaster.
#Minneapolis #USBankStadium
December 6, 2025 at 6:08 PM
Winter Warm-Up returns to U.S. Bank Stadium starting December 2.
The program offers indoor inline skating on the main concourse and indoor running on the upper concourse.
Held most Tuesday and Thursday evenings, 5–9 PM, through January 22.
Tickets: $15 at Ticketmaster.
#Minneapolis #USBankStadium
The program offers indoor inline skating on the main concourse and indoor running on the upper concourse.
Held most Tuesday and Thursday evenings, 5–9 PM, through January 22.
Tickets: $15 at Ticketmaster.
#Minneapolis #USBankStadium
Shout out to Top 2 Bottom, a Best of Black Business nominee. For over 12 years they have provided quality apparel for men and women, and customers say their personal care is exceptional.
#BestOfBlackBusinesses #Top2Bottom #BlackOwnedMN
#BestOfBlackBusinesses #Top2Bottom #BlackOwnedMN
December 6, 2025 at 4:13 PM
Shout out to Top 2 Bottom, a Best of Black Business nominee. For over 12 years they have provided quality apparel for men and women, and customers say their personal care is exceptional.
#BestOfBlackBusinesses #Top2Bottom #BlackOwnedMN
#BestOfBlackBusinesses #Top2Bottom #BlackOwnedMN
Winter Wonderland returns this Sunday at Nickelodeon Universe, offering free admission, warm coats, toys, books and a morning of joy for Minneapolis students and families.
Link in bio for the full MSR feature.
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#WinterWonderland #BeTheChangeMN #MallOfAmerica #MSRNews
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#WinterWonderland #BeTheChangeMN #MallOfAmerica #MSRNews
December 6, 2025 at 1:21 AM
Winter Wonderland returns this Sunday at Nickelodeon Universe, offering free admission, warm coats, toys, books and a morning of joy for Minneapolis students and families.
Link in bio for the full MSR feature.
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#WinterWonderland #BeTheChangeMN #MallOfAmerica #MSRNews
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#WinterWonderland #BeTheChangeMN #MallOfAmerica #MSRNews
Sister Spokesman’s December event, Pause. Breathe. Heal., offers an afternoon of mental wellness, community care and reflection on Dec. 6 at NorthPoint Conference Center. Tickets are $10. Full details: buff.ly/JEk8wmR
#MSRNews
#MSRNews
December 5, 2025 at 10:29 PM
Sister Spokesman’s December event, Pause. Breathe. Heal., offers an afternoon of mental wellness, community care and reflection on Dec. 6 at NorthPoint Conference Center. Tickets are $10. Full details: buff.ly/JEk8wmR
#MSRNews
#MSRNews
Shout out to H&S Bookkeeping and Office Service, a Best of Black Business nominee. Holly Hollister Smith is a trusted tax expert in the community, and many Black churches rely on her unmatched expertise.
#BestOfBlackBusinesses #HSBookkeeping #BlackOwnedMN
#BestOfBlackBusinesses #HSBookkeeping #BlackOwnedMN
December 5, 2025 at 10:09 PM
Shout out to H&S Bookkeeping and Office Service, a Best of Black Business nominee. Holly Hollister Smith is a trusted tax expert in the community, and many Black churches rely on her unmatched expertise.
#BestOfBlackBusinesses #HSBookkeeping #BlackOwnedMN
#BestOfBlackBusinesses #HSBookkeeping #BlackOwnedMN
Yesterday, Unidos MN, Racial Justice Network, CAIR MN, and BLM Minnesota held a press conference at the Lake Street Target.
The groups responded to reports that ICE used the Target parking lot as a staging area for an enforcement operation.
They called for clarity and corporate accountability.
The groups responded to reports that ICE used the Target parking lot as a staging area for an enforcement operation.
They called for clarity and corporate accountability.
December 5, 2025 at 9:46 PM
Yesterday, Unidos MN, Racial Justice Network, CAIR MN, and BLM Minnesota held a press conference at the Lake Street Target.
The groups responded to reports that ICE used the Target parking lot as a staging area for an enforcement operation.
They called for clarity and corporate accountability.
The groups responded to reports that ICE used the Target parking lot as a staging area for an enforcement operation.
They called for clarity and corporate accountability.
This week’s Fab Five features former metro-area standouts now excelling in college hoops: Amaya Battle, Ronnie Porter, Alayna Contreras, Tessa Johnson and Liv McGill.
Link in bio for the full MSR feature.
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#FabFive #PrepScene #WomensBasketball #MinnesotaSports #MSRNews
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#FabFive #PrepScene #WomensBasketball #MinnesotaSports #MSRNews
December 5, 2025 at 5:20 PM
This week’s Fab Five features former metro-area standouts now excelling in college hoops: Amaya Battle, Ronnie Porter, Alayna Contreras, Tessa Johnson and Liv McGill.
Link in bio for the full MSR feature.
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#FabFive #PrepScene #WomensBasketball #MinnesotaSports #MSRNews
Link in bio for the full MSR feature.
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#FabFive #PrepScene #WomensBasketball #MinnesotaSports #MSRNews