Tag: community
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Yosemite Middle School’s Hmong New Year builds community through cultural festivities
Yosemite Middle School hosted its 3rd annual Hmong New Year celebration.The Hmong New Year celebration at Yosemite Middle School is a great way for the communit … Full story: https://kmph.com/news/local/yosemite-middle-schools-hmong-new-year-builds-community-through-cultural-festivities
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Hmong community preps for New Year celebrations
Local Hmong community members and students are prepping for their celebration on Saturday Dec 6th. This event is a huge opportunity to learn about and celebrate with the Hmong community and culture. Full story: https://www.fox21online.com/2025/12/05/hmong-community-preps-for-new-year-celebrations/
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Hmong army cooks feast for 500 villagers
In the heart of Vietnam’s highlands, the Hmong Army gathers to prepare a massive feast – serving 500 villagers in a display of community, tradition, and generosity. From steaming pots to rhythmic … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/society-culture-and-history/social-issues/hmong-army-cooks-feast-for-500-villagers/vi-AA1uuP2R
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Michigan Hmong leader released from ICE detention after push from federal and state lawmakers
Lue Yang, a Lansing-area Hmong community leader who had been detained by ICE in July, has been released from federal custody after efforts from legislators on both sides of the aisle. “Everybody has … Full story: https://michiganadvance.com/2025/12/04/michigan-hmong-leader-released-from-ice-detention-after-push-from-federal-and-state-lawmakers/
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Madison College will celebrate Hmong New Year on Saturday
Madison College will host its annual Hmong New Year Celebration on Saturday, Dec. 6, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Truax Campus Cafeteria Atrium (Room D1630) and Redsten Gymnasium. The free community … Full story: https://madison365.com/madison-college-will-celebrate-hmong-new-year-on-saturday/
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Hickory Music Factory Presents “Joy To The World”: A Holiday Journey Around The Globe
On Saturday, December 6 in the Drendel Auditorium, Hickory Music Factory Presents “Joy To The World”. Featuring select students, faculty, and relevant world musicians in the Hickory community, the … Full story: https://whky.com/hickory-music-factory-presents-joy-to-the-world-a-holiday-journey-around-the-globe/
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Hmong New Year celebration also marks 50 years in America
Music, food and laughter filled the air at St. Paul’s RiverCentre over the weekend. Thousands gathered for the 45th annual Minnesota Hmong New Year celebration, and to honor a major community … Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/videos/hmong-celebration-marks-50-years-042100542.html
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Hmong community celebrates its New Year and 50 years as Americans
The two-day event also marked 50 years of the Hmong people living in Minnesota. St. Paul has the largest Hmong population in the country, at over 66,000. Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=692bd52fc92e43978eca21b23440434f&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.startribune.com%2fhmong-community-celebrates-its-new-year-and-50-years-as-americans%2f601534546&c=2199001396199505641&mkt=en-us
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St. Paul hosts Hmong New Year celebration
St. Paul’s Minnesota Hmong New Year, held at RiverCentre, celebrates Hmong heritage and community. Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/video/peopleandplaces/st-paul-hosts-hmong-new-year-celebration/vi-AA1RpeWp
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50 years strong: Minnesota’s Hmong community celebrates New Year in St. Paul
Hmong New Year at RiverCentre; a group exhibit at Hair +Nails and a community archiving event in St. Paul’s Rondo neighborhood. Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/arts-culture/twin-cities-things-to-do-hmong-new-year-reminiscing-rondo/
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Minnesota Somali community grapples with fraud cases while pushing back against stereotypes
The largest Somali community in the U.S. is finding itself the subject of unwanted attention in the wake of criminal investigations and attacks from the Trump administration. Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6928896ea77e4c75aaa07818bc0d9c75&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.startribune.com%2fsomalis-reaction-to-president-trump-threat%2f601532904&c=7670867923898573596&mkt=en-us
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Yuen: Before Minnesota became a Hmong magnet, one family led the way
Fifty years after arriving as Minnesota’s first Hmong refugees, the Hawj family’s story reveals how this community reshaped the culture, politics and imagination of a state. Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6920a06ffece463f902038cb49431c98&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.startribune.com%2ffirst-hmong-refugee-family-minnesota%2f601484679&c=9457319746351849501&mkt=en-us
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St. Paul’s new mayor is making strides in the Hmong community
St. Paul Mayor-elect Kaohly Her is making strides in the Hmong community. She won the St. Paul’s mayoral election with an upset victory, becoming the first female and Hmong … Full story: https://mndaily.com/296348/city/city-life/st-pauls-new-mayor-is-making-strides-in-the-hmong-community/
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St. Paul’s new mayor is making strides in the Hmong community
St. Paul Mayor-elect Kaohly Her is making strides in the Hmong community. She won the St. Paul’s mayoral election with an upset victory, becoming the first female and Hmong mayor of St. Paul. Her is … Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=699a932f7f584916b6bc25097acf08bd&url=https%3a%2f%2fmndaily.com%2fcity%2fcity-life%2fst-pauls-new-mayor-is-making-strides-in-the-hmong-community%2f11%2f20%2f2025%2f&c=13207486005853352583&mkt=en-us
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Hmong community celebrates New Year, 50 years in America
The Hmong Hayfork New Year committee invited community members of all ethnicities to celebrate “50 years of Hmong in America” at t County Fairgrounds and Event Center in Hayfork Saturday and Sunday, … Full story: https://www.trinityjournal.com/news/local/article_ec645b3e-1189-4b04-8a95-5aa33ee0ef35.html
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‘Trust-based giving works’ — HAPA founder invites Milwaukee community to invest in Hmong students
“In 2022, we at Hmong American Peace Academy received the largest gift in our school’s history: $3 million from MacKenzie Scott, one of the world’s most impactful philanthropists,” said Dr. Chris … Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=691c032e271f41d0aff3717ddbf49190&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.bizjournals.com%2fmilwaukee%2fnews%2f2025%2f11%2f17%2fgiving-hapa-founder-milwaukee-hmong-students.html&c=14530864332870871966&mkt=en-us