Category: Articles
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Hmong Cultural and Community Agency celebrates 50 years in America with Hmong New Year celebration this weekend
The La Crosse Hmong New Year celebration will be at Veterans Memorial Park in West Salem this year on September 20 and 21. Full story: https://www.wxow.com/news/coulee/hmong-cultural-and-community-agency-celebrates-50-years-in-america-with-hmong-new-year-celebration/article_60cc78d7-1176-4cb5-ab9e-47493a8d5928.html
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From Gaza to Sudan, Mizna’s Arab Film Festival brings a shared world to the Twin Cities
Twin Cities Arab Film Fest at The Main; Taco and Tequila Fest in St. Paul; Ananya Dance at St. Kate’s; Hmong and Latinx plays at Open Eye Theatre. Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/arts-culture/things-to-do-twin-cities-arab-film-fest-indian-dance-hmong-mexican-play/
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‘Turning 50 in the Chippewa Valley’ documentary highlights Hmong refugees experiences
On Thursday, The Hmong Refugee Simulation Committee shared a documentary of the lives of five Hmong refugees that also turned 50 in the Chippewa Valley. Some people featured in the documentary said … Full story: https://www.weau.com/2025/09/19/turning-50-chippewa-valley-documentary-highlights-hmong-refugees-experiences/
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‘Turning 50 in the Chippewa Valley’ documentary highlights Hmong refugees experiences
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) – Back in April, Hmong youth participated in a Hmong Refugee Simulation showing a glimpse of hardships Hmong refugees once faced. This comes as their community celebrates 50 … Full story: https://www.weau.com/2025/09/19/turning-50-chippewa-valley-documentary-highlights-hmong-refugees-experiences/
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‘A Field of Secrets’
History and art meet at UW Oshkosh’s Annex Gallery on the second floor of the Arts and Communications Center with its new exhibit, “A Field of Secrets,” depicting artifacts from Hmong-American … Full story: https://advancetitan.com/arts-and-culture/2025/09/18/a-field-of-secrets
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Hmong Democrat wins pivotal Minnesota race after tragedy
Democrat Xiongpao “Xp” Lee won a special election Tuesday to fill the Minnesota House seat of a top Democratic leader who was assassinated, restoring a 67-67 tie and preserving a … Full story: https://nwasianweekly.com/2025/09/hmong-democrat-wins-pivotal-minnesota-race-after-tragedy/
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Ethnic studies was supposed to start in California schools. What happened?
Ethnic studies was supposed to start this fall. But the state cut funding for it and fights erupted over who is included in the curriculum. Full story: https://calmatters.org/education/k-12-education/2025/09/ethnic-studies-california/
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Ethnic studies was supposed to start in California schools. What happened?
The ethnic studies class was meant to focus on the cultures and histories of African-Americans, Asian Americans, Native Americans and Latinos. The state’s curriculum also encourages schools to add … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/careersandeducation/ethnic-studies-was-supposed-to-start-in-california-schools-what-happened/ar-AA1MONDx
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State Rep. Francesca Hong, a bartender and Democratic Socialist, joins primary field for governor
State Rep. Francesca Hong, a Madison Democratic Socialist, chef and bartender, is joining the growing Democratic field for governor — saying she hopes to be a relatable candidate who can bring working … Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/state-rep-francesca-hong-bartender-101540845.html
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Wednesday’s Scores
Anoka def. Coon Rapids, 25-11, 25-9, 25-21 Blake def. Providence Academy, 25-27, 25-21, 27-25, 12-25, 17-15 Champlin Park def. Centennial, 25-15, 30-28, 25-13 Chanhassen def. Benilde-St Margaret’s, 12 … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/general/wednesday-s-scores/ar-AA1MMK7r
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Democrat wins Minnesota House special election to replace assassinated leader
The Minnesota House will soon return to full strength under an unusual power- sharing agreement that forces both parties to work together, following a special election to fill the seat left vacant when … Full story: https://www.fox21online.com/2025/09/17/democrat-wins-minnesota-house-special-election-to-replace-assassinated-leader/
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The 9 restaurants to eat at this very moment
Restaurants that trumpet Black cuisine from either the African diaspora or the African-American canon are somewhat easy to find. Afro-Latin cuisine, less so. Jhonny Reyes, with his Seattle restaurant, … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/foodanddrink/foodnews/the-9-restaurants-to-eat-at-this-very-moment/ar-AA1MG2Sz
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State Fair Food Is Getting More Global—And More Exciting
Each year fairs reinvents themselves to mirror evolving local tastes and demographics. Nowhere is that reinvention more visible than in the food concessions. Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/articles/state-fair-food-getting-more-110000101.html
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9 of the best restaurants in America, right now
Tags: storyFor some pubs, that means dubbing a select handful of places as the best restaurants of the year. For others, it’s about name-dropping the country’s best chefs. However you use your abacus with that … Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/articles/9-best-restaurants-america-now-171215540.html
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Sacramento City Council member Mai Vang announces congressional bid
City Council member Mai Vang has officially announced her candidacy for California’s 7th Congressional District, challenging longtime incumbent Congresswoman Doris Matsui. “As someone who grew up … Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/videos/sacramento-city-council-member-mai-012910664.html
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MN Attorney General reaches $220,000 settlement in Hmong College Prep funds suit
Attorney General Keith Ellison in December sued Christianna Hang, alleging she invested $5 million of Hmong College Prep Academy’s money without the approval of the school’s board of directors, in … Full story: https://www.twincities.com/2025/09/15/mn-attorney-general-reaches-220000-settlement-in-hmong-college-prep-funds-suit/
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MN Attorney General reaches $220,000 settlement in Hmong College Prep funds suit
Attorney General Keith Ellison in December sued Christianna Hang, alleging she invested $5 million without the approval of the school’s board. Full story: https://www.twincities.com/2025/09/15/mn-attorney-general-reaches-220000-settlement-in-hmong-college-prep-funds-suit/
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My Hmong tour guide SHREDS on this flute! 🇻🇳😨
Embark on an unforgettable journey with me in Vietnam as I delve into the rich cultural heritage of the Hmong people. Experience a unique adventure with my talented Hmong tour guide, whose … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/travel/article/my-hmong-tour-guide-shreds-on-this-flute/vi-AA1LmHRg