A’s move to Vegas continues to rile city officials in Oakland
Oakland city officials remain unimpressed with the progress Athletics owner John Fisher has made to move the team to Las Vegas. “To see this blow up in Oakland for really …
New census data is the deepest look yet at Minnesota’s racial and ethnic diversity
Previously, they were counted as white. Overall, the new data shows Minnesota’s largest non-white groups are Mexican, African American, Hmong, Somali and Asian Indian. Linda Sloan, executive director …
Hmong New Year preparations are underway
WEST SALEM, Wis. (WXOW) – Preparations are underway for the La Crosse Hmong New Year Celebration …
From hidden gem to local favorite: Anchorage’s Hmong market grows in popularity
The market started in 2017 with a handful of people selling produce and food. Today, it’s at full capacity, and the majority of the vendors are Hmong …
Predatory allegations: Thai pedophile accused of kidnapping 14 year old from Hmong community
A Thai man has been accused of being a predatory pedophile after kidnapping a 14 year old boy from the Hmong ethnic group community …
At Mid-Autumn Festival, mooncakes and cultural performances will mark 35th anniversary of Changsha relationship
Community members and leaders from St. Paul and China will celebrate the 35th anniversary of St. Paul’s sister-city relationship with Changsha, China, as part of the Mid-Autumn Festival this weekend …
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Girl Scouts River Valleys Announces New Chief People Officer, Dr. Kevin Koobmeej Xiong
Girl Scouts River Valleys is pleased to announce that Dr. Kevin Koobmeej Xiong has been hired for the role of Chief People Officer. Dr. Xiong brings a wealth of experience …
Hmong immigrants put down roots on Dakota County farmland
When Lillian Hang’s parents immigrated to the United States from Laos in the late 1970s, they were already experienced farmers …
New Census data gives detailed insight into Minnesota’s diversity
ST PAUL, Minn. — Data from the 2020 U.S. Census was released Thursday, and for the very first time, it includes a detailed look at diversity in Minnesota. Demographers hope …
Mending hearts and old blue jeans come together in 2 gallery shows
The definition of “mending,” while personal, becomes much broader in two gallery shows in Madison hosting artist receptions this week. “Mend: the work of repair,” on display at the James …
New census data details diversity in Minnesota’s population
Unlike most demographic data that categorizes people into a handful of broad groups — white, Black, Latino, Asian and Native American — the latest information reveals Minnesotans describe themselves …
Fox Valley organizations team up to reduce Hmong, Black suicides
The Drive Health Project is creating a culturally specific model to support unmet mental health needs in the Hmong and Black communities …
Woodbury therapists create a podcast to offer Hmong community support with mental health
The mental health therapists at Vanguard Mental Health and Wellness Clinic started the podcast as a way to correct misinformation on social media and to reach the younger Hmong generation …
Hmong farmers plant community and change in Dakota County
The Hmong American Farmers Association closed on farmland in Dakota County last year. The 150-acre farm provides opportunities for Hmong families …
Fox Valley organizations team up to reduce suicides Hmong, Black suicides
United Way, the NEW Mental Health Connection, People of Progression, NEW Hmong Professionals, and Partnerships Community Health Care are teaming up to make that number much lower. Their Drive Health …
Avana Retreat celebrates nature and ethnic roots with new package
The retreat’s new Avana Immersion experience places particular focus on the area’s culture and natural beauty with a three-hour guided nature trek, a jeep tour of the local villages, and …
Olympian Suni Lee Skipping World Championships Selection Camp as She Deals with Kidney Condition
Olympic all-around champion Suni Lee will not participate in a selection camp for the world championship team as she continues to figure out the medication for her kidney conditions …
