New Appleton dining initiative dishes culture with traditional Hmong meals for seniors
Hmong America Peace Academy launches foundation
As Wisconsin’s first Hmong charter school, the Hmong American Peace Academy (HAPA) in Milwaukee has always seen itself as school and a community hub aimed …
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Hmong America Peace Academy launches foundation
As Wisconsin’s first Hmong charter school, the Hmong American Peace Academy (HAPA) in Milwaukee has always seen itself as school and a community hub aimed at improving the lives of its students, as …
Full story: https://biztimes.com/hmong-america-peace-academy-launches-foundation/
4 issues on minds of Green Bay’s Black, Hispanic, Hmong and refugee voters ahead of election
The 11 candidates talked about the impact of Claude Tiller’s resignation as superintendent and voters’ desire for more affordable housing.
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Here’s what did and didn’t get done in the Wisconsin Legislature
As has also become an annual Capitol tradition, Republican lawmakers also refused to expand general Medicaid coverage—leaving Wisconsin as one of only 10 states, most of them in the Deep South, to …
Full story: https://upnorthnewswi.com/2024/03/20/heres-what-did-and-didnt-get-done-in-the-wisconsin-legislature/
New legislation protects AAPI, Hmong American history in Wisconsin public school curriculums
After years of discussions, a piece of our state’s legislation gets a major amendment, giving added education protections to one of Wisconsin’s largest minority groups.
La Crosse residents have chance to influence housing priorities through city planning survey
Residents of La Crosse can share their housing priorities and perceptions in an online survey. City planners are identifying housing needs and concerns.
Wisconsin legislature passes bill to implement Asian American history in public schools
A new proposal requiring the teaching of Asian American and Hmong American education in Wisconsin schools has passed through the Assembly and Senate.
Students showcase problem-solving skills at Interschool Design Challenge
MILWAUKEE – A wise man once said: “Modern problems require modern solutions”. And Tuesday at Fiserv Forum, fourth graders from eleven Milwaukee and …
Full story: https://wtmj.com/news/2024/03/19/students-showcase-problem-solving-skills-at-interschool-design-challenge/
New legislation protects AAPI and Hmong American history in Wisconsin public school curriculums
“It will really change the lives of our young people. Not only the Hmong students, but all children in the state of Wisconsin,” said Chris Her Xiong, Founder and CEO, Hmong American Peace Academy.
Recycled plastics and cooler cows: Undergrads share their work at Research in the Rotunda
The University of Wisconsin System hosted its annual Research in the Rotunda event on March 6, where undergraduate students from across Wisconsin showcased their research to members of the public, …
Wisconsin passes bill requiring Hmong, Asian American history in schools
Wisconsin has passed a bill mandating the teaching of Hmong and Asian American history in schools. On Tuesday, the Wisconsin State Senate unanimously passed Senate Bill 240, which requires schools to …
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Wisconsin Senate passes bill to require Asian American history in schools
The Wisconsin State Senate has unanimously approved a bill to require schools to teach the history of Asian American people. “This is a historic moment for Wisconsin made possible by multi-ethnic, …
Full story: https://madison365.com/wisconsin-senate-passes-bill-to-require-asian-american-history-in-schools/
Wausau mayor candidates answer additional questions ahead of the April 2 election
Incumbent Katie Rosenberg will face challenger Doug Diny in the election for mayor of Wausau on April 2. The mayor of Wausau serves a four-year term. Rosenberg was elected to her first term in 2020.
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Sabrosa Cafe & Gallery strives to keep doors open after bankruptcy filing
The owners of Sabrosa Cafe & Gallery say the bankruptcy filing will not define them as they work to keep the doors open.
Full story: https://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/news/2024/03/13/sabrosa-cafe-gallery-stays-open-after-bankruptcy.html
Sabrosa Cafe & Gallery strives to keep doors open after bankruptcy filing
The owners of Sabrosa Cafe & Gallery say the bankruptcy filing will not define them as they work to keep the doors open.
Full story: https://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/news/2024/03/13/sabrosa-cafe-gallery-stays-open-after-bankruptcy.html
From a marathon to a milestone: Wisconsin Legislature unanimously passes bill to mandate Asian American history in schools
In 2021, Illinois made history as the first state to require Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) studies in their schools.And after a historic and unanimous passing of Assemb …
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers promises to veto transgender athlete ban passed by Republican Legislature
Gov. Tony Evers renewed his vow to veto a bill banning high school transgender athletes on girls teams, saying he’d be “damn proud to do it.” …