Tag: American
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Suni Lee’s Family Heritage Helped Her Make Olympic History
Lee not only became the first Asian-American woman gymnast to claim that title, but was also the first Hmong-American Olympian in any sport. The 21-year-old is now returning to the stage at the Paris … Full story: https://heavy.com/sports/olympics/suni-lee-hmong-heritage-paris-olympics/
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5 things to know and do the weekend of July 26
All attendees will receive a free Wisconsin State Fair ticket. More information here. 3. ‘Queer Roots Space’: Friday, July 26 The Hmong American Women’s Association invites Hmong LGBTQ+ adults to … Full story: https://milwaukeenns.org/2024/07/25/5-things-to-know-and-do-the-weekend-of-july-26/
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Meet the 2024 U.S. Women’s Gymnastics Team: Get to Know Newcomer Hezly Rivera & More
Lee is back for her second Summer Olympics. The 21-year-old was the 2020 Olympic All-Around champion and the first Hmong-American Olympian. After her first Olympics, Lee competed on Dancing with the … Full story: https://www.tvinsider.com/gallery/us-womens-gymnastics-team-2024-hezly-rivera-simone-biles/
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Hmong Wausau Festival set for this weekend in Wausau
Organizers are gearing up for the seventh annual Hmong Wausau Festival, which is expected to bring thousands of visitors to the area for the weekend. The event is hosted by the Hmong American Center. Full story: https://wausaupilotandreview.com/2024/07/24/hmong-wausau-festival-set-for-this-weekend-in-wausau/
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Suni Lee Shares Her Favorite Beauty Products from KISS’ DIY Nails and More Olympics-Worthy Brands (Exclusive)
Suni Lee is a trailblazer, from racking up medals at the 2020 Olympics to being the first Hmong American to compete for Team USA. Hot off modeling for loungewear brand Skims’ Olympic-inspired drop, … Full story: https://www.etonline.com/suni-lee-shares-her-favorite-beauty-products-from-kiss-diy-nails-and-more-olympics-worthy-brands
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Suni Lee Isn’t Doing This for Anyone But Herself
It didn’t matter that the gymnast was the reigning all-around gold medalist from the Tokyo 2020 Games, or that she made history as the first Asian- American woman and first Hmong-American to do so. Full story: https://sports.yahoo.com/suni-lee-isn-t-doing-120000871.html
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Bipartisan organization works to increase Asian American voter participation, target Hmong in Wisconsin
APIAVote hosted a briefing at the Republican National Convention, emphasizing the importance of the Asian American vote in the November presidential election. Full story: https://www.dailycardinal.com/article/2024/07/bipartisan-organization-works-to-increase-asian-american-voter-participation-target-hmong-in-wisconsin
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Bipartisan organization works to increase Asian American voter participation, target Hmong in Wisconsin
Tags: American, Asian, Asian-American, community, Hmong, Milwaukee, national, organization, story, WisconsinMILWAUKEE — The largest national organization focused on increasing voter participation and civic engagement in the Asian and Pacific Islander American community will focus its efforts on the Hmong … Full story: https://www.dailycardinal.com/article/2024/07/bipartisan-organization-works-to-increase-asian-american-voter-participation-target-hmong-in-wisconsin
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‘A community that is a force’: Vice President Kamala Harris courts Asian American and Pacific Islander voters in Philadelphia
Vice President Kamala Harris spoke at the Asian and Pacific Islander American Vote (APIAVote) Presidential Town Hall in Philadelphia on Saturday afternoon, telling voters that she and President Joe … Full story: https://whyy.org/articles/vice-president-kamala-harris-asian-american-voters-philadelphia/
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Appleton receives grant for Hmong American charter school
APPLETON, Wis. (WBAY) – The Appleton Area School District confirmed a Hmong American immersion school opening a year from now. The school board approved the charter school last February, but it needed … Full story: https://www.wsaw.com/2024/07/10/appleton-receives-grant-hmong-american-charter-school/
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Hmong American Immersion Charter School to open in Appleton Area School District
The Appleton Area School District has received a $1.5M grant from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction to establish the Hmong American Immersion School. This 4K-5th grade charter school will … Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/hmong-american-immersion-charter-school-231225260.html
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Hmong American Immersion Charter School to open in Appleton Area School District
The Appleton Area School District has received a $1.5M grant from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction to establish the Hmong American Immersion School. Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=668f5e9f501a47b689e702a788950d65&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.wearegreenbay.com%2fnews%2fpositively-wisconsin%2fhmong-american-immersion-charter-school-to-open-in-appleton-area-school-district%2f&c=9893015410894206928&mkt=en-us
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Vice President Kamala Harris leads new campaign effort to reach out to Asian American voters
The fresh effort focusing on Asian American voters comes after the Biden campaign had already launched coalition groups focusing on Black voters and Latino voters. Full story: https://www.courthousenews.com/vice-president-kamala-harris-leads-new-campaign-effort-to-reach-out-to-asian-american-voters/
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Students visit Hunger Task Force farm to learn about different types of food, healthy eating
On Tuesday, local students enjoyed mild temperatures at the Hunger Task Force farm in Franklin. Twenty kids from Allen-Field Elementary and Hmong American Peace Academy got a cha … Full story: https://www.cbs58.com/news/students-visit-hunger-task-force-farm-in-franklin-to-learn-about-different-types-of-food-healthy-eating
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Appleton to introduce Hmong American Immersion School by 2025
A new charter school in the Appleton Area School District will offer students the opportunity to learn another culture and language. Through a $1.5 million grant from the Wisconsin Department of … Full story: https://wtaq.com/2024/07/09/appleton-to-introduce-hmong-american-immersion-school-by-2025/
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Vice President Kamala Harris leads new campaign effort to reach out to Asian American voters
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden’s reelection campaign is launching its formal outreach campaign to Asian American voters, putting Vice President Kamala Harris at the forefront of the effort with … Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=668e0d1e975745559b67d93340dec962&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.mysanantonio.com%2fnews%2fpolitics%2farticle%2fvice-president-kamala-harris-leads-new-campaign-19562955.php&c=13924718018115278826&mkt=en-us
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Seven new restaurants in Fresno for cooling down this summer. From ice cream to healthy
In addition to traditional American summertime treats, the restaurants feature cuisine from Armenia, Kuwait and Asia that won’t weigh you down. Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/seven-restaurants-fresno-cooling-down-123000936.html