Tag: American
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Celebrating Hmong American Day
ONALASKA, Wis. (WKBT) — On Saturday, the vibrant spirit of Hmong American Day illuminated the Onalaska Omni Center with celebration and pride. Hmong American Day serves as a tribute to all those who … Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=66497f411c034e2893506d475d83f067&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.news8000.com%2fnews%2fcelebrating-hmong-american-day%2farticle_e9983992-1583-11ef-ad58-afe68c322dcf.html&c=7417848950389462997&mkt=en-us
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Community celebrates Hmong-American day at the Omni Center
ONALASKA, Wis. (WXOW) – Members from the surrounding community celebrated Hmong-American Day at the Omni Center on Saturday. The event featured traditional Hmong dancing, music, and food. There were … Full story: https://www.wxow.com/news/community-celebrates-hmong-american-day-at-the-omni-center/article_dfefc968-1561-11ef-8d6e-e70f4c958249.html
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Event will honor those who served in ‘secret war’ in Laos
Kevin Xiong, the president of the Yuba-Sutter Hmong American Association, said that he was born in the midst of the “secret war” in Laos, and his dad served in that … Full story: https://www.appeal-democrat.com/news/event-will-honor-those-who-served-in-secret-war-in-laos/article_fb9e00fe-13f3-11ef-8ee5-0bb3b850f4af.html
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Celebrating Hmong American Veterans Day
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) – Wednesday marks Hmong American Veterans Day in Alaska. Veterans and members of the Hmong community gathered in Davis Park in Mountain View to reflect and honor those who … Full story: https://www.alaskasnewssource.com/2024/05/16/celebrating-hmong-american-veterans-day/
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Why are the flags flying at half-staff in Wisconsin on Wednesday?
Gov. Tony Evers signed Executive Order #223 ordering American flags and the Wisconsin state flag to be flown at half-staff on Wednesday, May 15, in honor of Peace Officers Memorial Day. Full story: https://www.jsonline.com/story/news/local/wisconsin/2024/05/15/why-are-flags-at-half-staff-in-wisconsin-today/73697658007/
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‘To have your own day just means a lot’: May 14 declared Hmong American Day
Tuesday was a notable and historic day for a group of Californians after the state legislature designated May 14 as Hmong American Day. Full story: https://www.nbcbayarea.com/celebrating-aapi-heritage/may-14-hmong-american-day/3538319/
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Nearly 50 years later, Asian American and Pacific Islander month features revelry and racial justice
Asian American and Pacific Islander advocacy groups have long used the month as a platform to bring resources to underserved communities and educate the public. Full story: https://metrophiladelphia.com/asian-american-and-pacific-islander-month/
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Hmong Cultural Center teaches Hmong American history to GT 4th graders
For 14 years the Hmong Cultural Center has been teaching Hmong American history to students in the La Crosse school district. This year other districts like Gale-Ettrick-Trempealeau are getting in on … Full story: https://www.news8000.com/news/hmong-cultural-center-teaches-hmong-american-history-to-g-e-t-4th-graders/article_e2fa7a86-116a-11ef-bd30-c36fba9a66d7.html
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Hmong American Day celebration held in southeast Fresno
Tags: American, celebrate, celebration, Fresno, Hmong, Hmong American, refugees, story, United StatesHmong American Day was held Saturday at the Fresno Center on Kings Canyon Road. The day was to celebrate the 49th anniversary of when the first wave of Hmong refugees arrived in the United States. Full story: https://abc30.com/post/hmong-american-day-celebration-held-in-southeast-fresno/14801697/
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Hmong American Day celebration held in southeast Fresno
(KFSN) — An event in Southeast Fresno was celebrating culture this Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Hmong American Day was held Saturday at the Fresno Center on Kings Canyon Road. Full story: https://abc30.com/post/hmong-american-day-celebration-held-in-southeast-fresno/14801697/
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UWSP at Wausau MBA student makes her mark as an entrepreneur
Tags: American, community, entrepreneur, family, generation, Her, Hmong, Hmong American, local, story, student, WausauA member of a first-generation Hmong American family, the Wausau-born native has paved her way in the community as an owner of multiple local businesses, speaking at conferences and competitions about … Full story: https://wausaupilotandreview.com/2024/05/08/uwsp-at-wausau-mba-student-makes-her-mark-as-an-entrepreneur/
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Local business owner offers vibrant, Hmong-inspired hair accessories
The Hmong American got inspiration for the name from the Hmong language. “Tes,” pronounced “thay,” means hand, so it translates to “handmade creations.” “I wanted to incorporate my language into the … Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/local-business-owner-offers-vibrant-185532029.html
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Hmong leaders calling for apology after legislators rushed off stage at Asian Pacific Islander Day event
A Hmong American political committee is calling for an apology from the chair of the state’s Council on Asian Pacific Minnesotans, saying that she rushed a group of Hmong elected officials off … Full story: https://www.startribune.com/hmong-leaders-calling-for-apology-after-legislators-rushed-off-stage-at-asian-pacific-islander-day-event/600363744/
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Honoring AAPI Month in the city of Fresno
A celebration of diversity for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month — showcased the city’s many cultures, woven in the fabric of Fresno. Full story: https://abc30.com/aapi-month-city-of-fresno-honoring-asian-american-and-pacific-islander-heritage/14757644/
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Duy Nguyen: New Hmong American and Asian American history bill is about healing
My family left Vietnam as refugees in the 1980s because we did not believe in the political construct that ultimately took over. It took us four attempts to flee Vietnam to finally be united as a … Full story: https://madison365.com/duy-nguyen-new-hmong-american-and-asian-american-history-bill-is-about-healing/
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Nearly 50 years later, Asian American and Pacific Islander month features revelry and racial justice
It has been almost 50 years since Asian American and Pacific Islander month was established, but anti-Asian hate continues to rise. Full story: https://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/national-international/nearly-50-years-later-asian-american-and-pacific-islander-month-features-revelry-and-racial-justice/3403010/
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20 books to celebrate AAPI Heritage Month
Twenty books, including adult fiction, nonfiction, teen and children’s titles, explore heritage and culture of Asian American and Pacific Islander communities … Full story: https://www.lansingstatejournal.com/story/life/2024/05/01/cadl-book-recommendations-aapi-heritage-month/73518612007/
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Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month: Meet Lao entrepreneur who’s proud to live in Lancaster
I WAS PROBABLY THE ONLY LAOS KID IN MY SCHOOL DISTRICT. AND THEN THERE WERE A FEW HMONG STUDENTS. A LOT OF MY JUST SEEING OTHER ASIANS WERE JUST BEING AROUND MY OWN FAMILY. FROM 2020 TO 2023, THE … Full story: https://www.wgal.com/article/lao-entrepreneur-is-proud-to-live-in-lancaster-aapi-heritage-month/60657916