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Local nonprofit hosts Hmong American Day celebration
Tags: American, celebration, community, Eau Claire, event, Hmong, Hmong American, local, power, story, United StatesThe Hmong community celebrated 51 years of being in the United States with a free event in Phoenix Park. For the fourth year, the nonprofit Power Up Eau Claire held a Hmong American Day celebration. Full story: https://www.weau.com/2026/05/17/local-nonprofit-hosts-hmong-american-day-celebration/
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Hmong American Day showcases Hmong culture at Omni Center
Vendors and volunteers coming together in Onalaska Saturday for a Hmong American Day Celebration. The event took place at the Onalaska Omni Center, featuring fre … Full story: https://www.news8000.com/news/hmong-american-day-showcases-hmong-culture-at-omni-center/article_d3f16118-c24e-4d1b-ad37-0ec516d51627.html
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Local nonprofit hosts Hmong American Day celebration
For the fourth year, the nonprofit Power Up Eau Claire held a Hmong American Day celebration. Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/other/local-nonprofit-hosts-hmong-american-day-celebration/ar-AA23nckH
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Hmong child nurses of the ‘Secret War’ in Laos remembered, honored
The traveling exhibit, “The Hmong Nurses of the Secret War in Laos,” was assembled by the Hmong Nurses Association, and is displayed in St. Paul through May 22. Full story: https://www.twincities.com/2026/05/16/hmong-child-nurses-of-the-secret-war-in-laos-remembered-honored/
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Hmong child nurses of the ‘Secret War’ in Laos remembered, honored
As the U.S. waged its war in Vietnam, the CIA crossed into Laos, where it quietly trained some 35,000 Hmong soldiers to fight Communism from 1961 to 1975, a period of civil war when at least three … Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/articles/hmong-child-nurses-secret-war-104300777.html
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Paul McCartney recalls George Harrison’s battery ‘bolt’ on the butt while hitchhiking
Tags: storyBefore they were The Beatles, Paul McCartney and George Harrison were just two teens hitchhiking to Wales. Full story: https://fox47.com/entertainment/paul-mccartney-recalls-george-harrisons-battery-bolt-on-the-butt-while-hitchhiking
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Local veteran reflects on Hmong-Lao Veterans Day
Governor Tony Evers declared May 14 as Hmong-Lao Veterans Day and a local Hmong veteran is reflecting on the significance of this day. Tong Toua Xiong moved to the U.S. in 1978 and has lived in Eau … Full story: https://www.weau.com/2026/05/14/local-veteran-reflects-hmong-lao-veterans-day/
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Local veteran reflects on Hmong-Lao Veterans Day
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) – Governor Tony Evers declared May 14 as Hmong-Lao Veterans Day and a local Hmong veteran is reflecting on the significance of this day. Tong Toua Xiong moved to the U.S. in … Full story: https://www.weau.com/2026/05/14/local-veteran-reflects-hmong-lao-veterans-day/
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Hmong American Day Festival spotlights a growing Hmong music scene in Minnesota
Contemporary Hmong music is still in its formative stage in Minnesota. While some young artists continue to perform traditional folk music and song poetry, others are channeling cultural pride into … Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/arts-culture/twin-cities-things-to-do-hmong-fest-thai-new-year-art-a-whirl/
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Conference at Capitol aims to connect AAPI Michiganders with lawmakers
There was dancing and music in Lansing Thursday morning for Asian American Pacific Islander Day at the Capitol. Full story: https://www.aol.com/news/conference-capitol-aims-connect-aapi-205534240.html
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Bayshore Mall to host Asian culture festival and AAPI celebration
A vibrant celebration of Asian cultures is coming to Wisconsin in a way the community has never seen before. The Wisconsin Chinese Chamber of Commerce, co-hosting alongside the Hmong Wisconsin Chamber … Full story: https://www.tmj4.com/asian-american-heritage/bayshore-mall-to-host-asian-culture-festival-and-aapi-celebration
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Hmong American Day celebration at Long Cheng Community Center in Appleton
Tags: American, Appleton, celebrate, celebration, community, history, Hmong, Hmong American, leaders, local, Long Cheng, news, storyHmong families, community leaders and local organizations gathered at Long Cheng Community Center in Appleton to celebrate Hmong American Day, honoring the history, sacrifices and cultural legacy of … Full story: https://www.aol.com/news/hmong-american-day-celebration-long-202717458.html
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The Anchorage Weekender: Firefighters, farmers markets, food trucks and 7 more local events
While the city waits for warmer weather, there are several events to keep you busy. The Anchorage Weekender rounded up 10 things to do in Anchorage, from rap concerts to a reading rendezvous. If car … Full story: https://alaskapublic.org/the-anchorage-weekender/2026-05-14/the-anchorage-weekender-firefighters-farmers-markets-food-trucks-and-7-more-local-events
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New project maps 50 years of Hmong Minnesotan history
Coins hang from a traditional Hmong garment during the 43rd annual Hmong New Year event in St. Paul on Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023. NINA MOINI: From the first Hmong businesses to homes that became museums … Full story: https://www.mprnews.org/episode/2026/05/14/storymap-50-years-hmong-minnesotan-history
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Grant awarded to La Crosse County Library
La Crosse County Library is getting a boost to help expand cultural programming and materials. The library has been awarded a grant through “The East Asia in the Upper Midwest Library Program”, a … Full story: https://www.aol.com/news/grant-awarded-la-crosse-county-134228833.html
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Summer Serenades at Wollersheim: May 22, June 26, July 24, Aug 14
Enjoy Summer Serenades at Wollersheim Fridays, May 22, June 26, July 24, and August 14, 2026 11am-8pm. Join us for extended hours, delicious food, refreshing dr … Full story: https://fox47.com/community/wisconsin-great-outdoors/summer-serenades-at-wollersheim-may-22-june-26-july-24-aug-14
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Ramsey County data request shows likely violation of policy
The Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office (RCSO) likely did not follow its own policy surrounding a civilian ride-along that ended tragically. Full story: https://kstp.com/accountability/ramsey-county-data-request-shows-likely-violation-of-policy/