Tag: community
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I can’t believe I have to say this, but no, I am not Mayor Kaohly Her
No, I am not the mayor of St. Paul. Or Star Tribune columnist Laura Yuen. We look nothing alike ― we just happen to all be Asian women, Ka Vang writes. Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6a33732f02264664baa92d86609438bd&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.startribune.com%2fasian-aapi-women-racism-hmong-community%2f601858227&c=5227736780766934858&mkt=en-us
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Local effort to expand nutrition access pays dividends for patients
Outside of an M Health Fairview clinic in St. Paul, a community garden represents a more holistic approach to care. Full story: https://www.minnpost.com/community-health/2026/06/local-effort-to-expand-nutrition-access-pays-dividends-for-patients/
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Clovis Mayor Vong Mouanoutoua Launches Bid for Fresno County Supervisor
Vong Mouanoutoua formally announced his candidacy, surrounded by local leaders and community supporters Friday afternoon. Elected officials, like Fresno Mayor Jerry Dyer and Clovis Councilmember Lynne … Full story: https://gvwire.com/2026/06/12/clovis-mayor-vong-mouanoutoua-launches-bid-for-fresno-county-supervisor/
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KC-area nonprofit helps Asian seniors fight isolation with multilingual community
Life can be isolating for seniors, especially when English isn’t their first language. Johnson County nonprofit Fountain of Life aims to change that by providing information about serious topics as … Full story: https://www.aol.com/articles/kc-area-nonprofit-helps-asian-173835000.html
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Pay increase for UW employees effective June 28
Eligible UW–Madison employees will receive a 2 percent pay increase under the 2025–2027 state pay plan, with effective dates varying by appointment type. Full story: https://madison.com/news/community/article_202bed02-d5b4-54c6-81bd-55090d62f27a.html
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Acclaimed restaurant Diane’s Place expands this summer
Our restaurant is all about community, and this expansion allows us to welcome more guests and create new memories together,” said Diane Moua, owner and executive chef of Dia … Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6a244a01b7bf44c0a3b331902c28bc19&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.kare11.com%2farticle%2fnews%2flocal%2fkare11-saturday%2facclaimed-restaurant-dianes-place-expands-this-summer-mn%2f89-97b4b4c4-8b2a-4c05-bc79-bb58751b434a&c=11346946621931555963&mkt=en-us
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Hmong plan to start classes soon
The Pathfinders invite the public to join them for their End of Year Program & Investiture tonight, the 3rd, at the Seventh-day Adventist Church at 6 p.m. Check out everything the Pathfinders have … Full story: https://www.trinityjournal.com/community/columnists/article_9b1e84e8-bcaf-46fd-ba23-c09e50d3b571.html
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‘S.E.A. The Arts’ event showcases art from Southeast Asian artists
Attendees also got to enjoy live demonstrations, cultural performances, food vendors, and community engagement activities. Full story: https://www.wbay.com/2026/05/30/sea-arts-event-showcases-art-southeast-asian-artists/
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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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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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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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Portland organizer’s sudden death at 49 shakes immigrant community, Oregon politicians
Cayle Tern, a Reynolds School District board director and APANO civic engagement manager, died last week, leading to a flood of public condolences. Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6a04a5e45f844b14993042c043b8ba1c&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.oregonlive.com%2fpolitics%2f2026%2f05%2fportland-organizers-sudden-death-at-49-shakes-immigrant-community-oregon-politicians.html&c=8148544736795203619&mkt=en-us
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Brown County celebrates 4th annual Hmong Lao American Day
This is the fourth year of the event, which celebrates Governor Tony Evers ‘ proclamation of Hmong American Day. Full story: https://www.wbay.com/2026/05/10/hmong-community-celebrates-history-culture-veterans-hmong-american-day/
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Hmong community celebrates history, culture, and veterans on Hmong American Day
Lao Veterans Day here in Wisconsin, a special event was held at the Neville Public Museum in Green Bay on Sunday. Full story: https://www.wbay.com/video/2026/05/10/hmong-community-celebrates-history-culture-veterans-hmong-american-day/
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Milwaukee hosts first official AAPI Heritage Month celebration as community marks 150 years
Milwaukee held its first official Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month celebration on Friday, May 1, an event organized by the city’s AAPI Employee Resource Group (ERG) and sponsored by … Full story: https://www.milwaukeeindependent.com/articles/milwaukee-hosts-first-official-aapi-heritage-month-celebration-community-marks-150-years/
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This Minnesota City Saw Its Food Scene Shift Thanks To A Nearby Hmong Farming Community
Discover how Hmong farmers transformed St. Paul’s food scene through fresh crops, local markets, and a growing culinary influence. Full story: https://decorhint.com/this-minnesota-city-saw-its-food-scene-shift-thanks-to-a-nearby-hmong-farming-community/