Hmong International Freedom Festival held in St. Paul
Tens of thousands of people gathered in St. Paul on Saturday to celebrate decades of Hmong culture in Minnesota. The Hmong International Freedom Festival, informally known as the Hmong J4, …
‘Everything I make is a love story’: Filmmaker Mike Hazard wraps nonprofit studio after 50 years
A new exhibit on the Center for International Education will open Tuesday at the Elmer L. Andersen Library at the University of Minnesota. Full story: https://www.twincities.com/2026/06/27/mike-hazard-closes-film-studio/ …
Elementary principal shares immigration story
Peter Thor’s life journey involved moving halfway around the world before ending up in southwest Minnesota. Thor, who serves as principal at Southview Elementary School in Marshall, discussed his …
Eau Claire Hmong association names first Hmong UW-Eau Claire alumnus as new executive director
The Eau Claire Area Hmong Mutual Assistance Association has appointed Charles C. Vue as its new executive director. Full story: https://www.wqow.com/eye-on-eau-claire/eau-claire-hmong-association-names-first-hmong-uw-eau-claire-alumnus-as-new-executive-director/article_8519f433-9adc-40cf-8511-5c5b6505f3d1.html …
Hmong Freedom Fest, Pride and album release shows pack Twin Cities weekend
Hmong Freedom Fest in St. Paul, soul food in Minneapolis, two album release parties and the annual Twin Cities Pride festival in Loring Park. Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/arts-culture/twin-cities-things-to-do-hmong-freedom-fest-soul-food-pride/ …
First Hmong-American pro golfer Megan Khang returns to Minnesota
Megan Khang, the country’s first Hmong-American professional golfer, is returning to the Hazeltine National Golf Club in Chaska for the 11th year. She has a large and loyal fan base …
Megan Khang, first Hmong-American pro golfer, returns to Minnesota
The first Hmong-American pro golfer, Megan Khang, returned to Minnesota to compete in the KMPG Women’s PGA Championship in Chaska. Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/videos/megan-khang-first-hmong-american-163418510.html …
4 your weekend: Twin Cities Pride, Hmong Freedom Festival and Taste of Canterbury
We have another action-packed weekend with events happening every day all across the state, including plenty of ways to celebrate Pride! Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/food-and-drink/general/4-your-weekend-twin-cities-pride-hmong-freedom-festival-and-taste-of-canterbury/ar-AA26x5LC …
4 your weekend: Twin Cities Pride, Hmong Freedom Fest, Soul Food Festival and more
We have another busy weekend with events happening every day all across Minnesota. Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/travel/outdoor-activities/4-your-weekend-twin-cities-pride-hmong-freedom-fest-soul-food-festival-and-more/vi-AA26wyO3 …
Fun Finder: Kaposia Days, a new Irish block party and free live music
Putting on a community festival is no small feat, but around town, folks are putting in hard work to make fun happen this weekend. In South St. Paul, Kaposia Days …
Fun Finder: Kaposia Days, a new Irish block party and free live music
Putting on a community festival is no small feat, but around town, folks are putting in hard work to make fun happen this weekend. In South Kaposia Days has been …
Courthouse Celebrating America’s 250th Birthday
By SARAH LIM Special to the Times It is America’s big birthday, and we are celebrating it Merced County style. On June 25, the “America 250 – Merced County” exhibit …
St. Paul holds Hmong International Freedom Festival this weekend
Canong Moua, executive director for United Hmong Family Inc., shares a preview of the event. Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/other/st-paul-holds-hmong-international-freedom-festival-this-weekend/vi-AA26ta9b …
Fresno Cooking Class Connects Hmong Youth With Traditional Roots
Explore how the Fresno nonprofit A Hopeful Encounter and Kristy Xiong teach youth how to prepare and cook traditional Hmong dishes. Full story: https://gvwire.com/2026/06/24/fresno-cooking-class-connects-hmong-youth-with-traditional-roots/ …
I moved from California to Minneapolis for work. I didn’t know what to expect, but now I don’t think I’ll ever leave
I moved from the Bay Area to Minneapolis for work. Although I didn’t know anyone in the city, I’ve quickly grown to love the vibrant community. Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/i-moved-from-california-to-minneapolis-for-work-i-didn-t-know-what-to-expect-but-now-i-don-t-think-i-ll-ever-leave/ar-AA26rd3q …
This Valley cooking class connects Hmong youth with traditional roots, language. ‘This is a part of our culture’
Hmong have a rich history in the Central Valley. Over 80,000 call the region their home, with vibrant communities in Fresno, Merced, Stockton and Sacramento counties. Full story: https://www.kvpr.org/arts-culture/2026-06-23/this-valley-cooking-class-connects-hmong-youth-with-traditional-roots-language-this-is-a-part-of-our-culture …
Things to do in Minnesota: 5 things to do this weekend (June 26–28)
From a best ribs competition, to Special Olympics USA games and the Twin Cities Pride parade, there’s plenty to do throughout Minnesota this weekend. Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/articles/things-minnesota-5-things-weekend-214902968.html …
When ICE came for her husband, Linda Yang negotiated one more day with him. But their luck wouldn’t last.
South St. Paul resident Linda Yang is raising her five sons alone after her husband, Zong, was deported to Laos during Operation Metro Surge. Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/immigration/south-st-paul-family-deportation-zong-linda-yang-hmong-laos/ …
