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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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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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Story: buff.ly/h237rg8
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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Listen: buff.ly/sJCaG5L
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
Listen: buff.ly/sJCaG5L
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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Story: buff.ly/gzqGzaw
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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Story: buff.ly/vj6YPrq
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
Link in bio for the full MSR feature.
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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
Link in bio for the full MSR feature.
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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
Link in bio for the full MSR feature.
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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
Grant West, co-founder of Walker West Music Academy, has spent decades helping young musicians find their voices and strengthening St. Paul’s arts community. Full story: buff.ly/0JuOV1t
#MSRNews
#MSRNews
December 5, 2025 at 5:07 PM
Grant West, co-founder of Walker West Music Academy, has spent decades helping young musicians find their voices and strengthening St. Paul’s arts community. Full story: buff.ly/0JuOV1t
#MSRNews
#MSRNews
Five-Star Chuck built a trusted locksmith business on speed, professionalism and community care. The Twin Cities entrepreneur shares how he earned his five-star reputation. Full story: buff.ly/j9EZnj7
#MSRNews
#MSRNews
December 5, 2025 at 4:42 PM
Five-Star Chuck built a trusted locksmith business on speed, professionalism and community care. The Twin Cities entrepreneur shares how he earned his five-star reputation. Full story: buff.ly/j9EZnj7
#MSRNews
#MSRNews
The U.S. paused all asylum decisions after a D.C. shooting, citing safety concerns. Legal experts warn the halt could create major backlogs and fuel harmful stereotypes. Full MSR story: buff.ly/HRJ4nF4
#MSRNews
#MSRNews
December 5, 2025 at 4:30 PM
The U.S. paused all asylum decisions after a D.C. shooting, citing safety concerns. Legal experts warn the halt could create major backlogs and fuel harmful stereotypes. Full MSR story: buff.ly/HRJ4nF4
#MSRNews
#MSRNews
Minnesota leaders are pushing back after President Trump called for ending Somali TPS and linked the community to fraud. Civil rights groups say the rhetoric is dangerous and scapegoats families statewide. Full story: buff.ly/L03klDF
#MSRNews
#MSRNews
December 5, 2025 at 1:01 AM
Minnesota leaders are pushing back after President Trump called for ending Somali TPS and linked the community to fraud. Civil rights groups say the rhetoric is dangerous and scapegoats families statewide. Full story: buff.ly/L03klDF
#MSRNews
#MSRNews
Timberwolves fans are paying some of the highest ticket prices in the NBA. This sports roundup also highlights brain injury awareness, SCORE Act delays, and Netflix hiring its first full-time sports anchor.
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December 4, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Timberwolves fans are paying some of the highest ticket prices in the NBA. This sports roundup also highlights brain injury awareness, SCORE Act delays, and Netflix hiring its first full-time sports anchor.
Read more: buff.ly/Gafud5a
Read more: buff.ly/Gafud5a
Winter Warm Up is back at U.S. Bank Stadium with indoor skating and running sessions through January 22. Open to all ages with tickets required in advance.
Read more: buff.ly/e5bX6kQ
Read more: buff.ly/e5bX6kQ
December 4, 2025 at 7:50 PM
Winter Warm Up is back at U.S. Bank Stadium with indoor skating and running sessions through January 22. Open to all ages with tickets required in advance.
Read more: buff.ly/e5bX6kQ
Read more: buff.ly/e5bX6kQ