Category: Featured
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Cultural ties: Hmong-inspired macramé at malyMADE is flying off the shelves
Madison artist Maly Vang stumbled upon the craft in 2017 and soon started blending Hmong traditions into her modern wall hangings. Four years later, she’s quitting her day job and … Read Full Article
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Hmong Minnesotans see parallels in Afghan refugee crisis
The U.S. military’s evacuation from Afghanistan has brought back painful memories for members of Minnesota’s Hmong community. For some, the desperate plight of Afghan refugees mirrors their own … Read Full Article
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The ripple effect or representation: Suni Lee’s impact on local Hmong American athletes
From the Olympics to Season 30 of “Dancing With The Stars,” the Minnesota Hmong American continues to embrace new opportunities with plenty of attention. The Olympic gold medalist has been … Read Full Article
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Hmong American Partnership based in St. Paul selects new CEO and president
Hmong American Partnership, a St. Paul-based nonprofit and one of the largest Hmong organizations in the world, has appointed a new president and chief executive officer. Based on input from a … Read Full Article
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Risky Hedge Fund Investment Fails; May Bring Leadership Change At Hmong College Prep
The failure of a risky, multi-million-dollar hedge fund investment could mean a leadership change for Hmong College Preparatory Academy in Saint Paul. Read Full Article
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Joseph Gordon-Levitt ‘Starstruck’ Meeting Suni Lee, Surprises Her with Gymnastics Stunt Skills
Joseph Gordon-Levitt admitted he was starstruck while meeting Olympic gold medalist Suni Lee because of his longtime love for gymnastics … Read Full Article
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‘From Laos to America’ Museum reopens, searching for help
After being closed for a year and a half, the Wausau museum, From Laos to America Museum has reopened in a new location, but it’s facing new challenges. Read Full Article
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Embattled charter school superintendent offers to give up financial controls after investment debacle
The superintendent and founder of Hmong College Preparatory Academy in St. Paul, Christianna Hang, is offering to step down from her other role as the chief financial officer of the charter school … Read Full Article
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Hmong College Prep Academy superintendent faces removal over risky investment
Bethel University, the authorizer of charter school Hmong College Prep Academy (HCPA), is requesting the superintendent’s removal following a review of millions in questionable investments. Read Full Article