Tag: future
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Minnesota Humanities Center Launches Two Youth Poetry Programs
Tags: arts, celebrate, celebration, communities, community, council, culture, event, Featured, festival, future, generation, heritage, history, humanities, identity, information, leadership, Legacy Amendment, life, local, march, media, Minnesota, nation, national, non-profit, organization, original, past, people, performances, poetry, poets, president, service, short, society, St. Paul, state, story, summer, support, United States, Voices Forward, work, youthFebruary 27, 2026—ST. PAUL, MN— The Minnesota Humanities Center (MHC) announces the launch of two programs that highlight and uplift the work of youth poets in Minnesota: Voices Forward and the Minnesota Youth Poet Laureate. Applications for both programs are open until March 16 and can be found on MHC’s website (Voices Forward, Minnesota Youth Poet Laureate). CEO Kevin Lindsey stated that “MHC is…
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Floodwaters threaten iconic Pike Place Market flower farmers
Historic flooding submerged dozens of Hmong family farms in Snohomish County, threatening spring income, generational businesses and the future of some flower farms. Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/general/floodwaters-threaten-iconic-pike-place-market-flower-farmers/vi-AA1WHYZj
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Sheboygan County opens new community health survey
Sheboygan County health partners are launching a community health survey to gather local data and guide future services. Open through April. Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/sheboygan-county-opens-community-health-230104302.html
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‘We do have this deep power within us.’ After 50 years of struggle, Valley’s Hmong community charts a new path forward
This is the final installment in a three-part series “50 Years in the Valley: The Hmong Journey from War to Home.” Part Three looks toward the future, following the people who are guiding the next … Full story: https://www.kvpr.org/community/2025-12-18/we-do-have-this-deep-power-within-us-after-50-years-of-struggle-valleys-hmong-community-charts-a-new-path-forward
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Merced awarded grant for future park named after Hmong general
The City of Merced has received a grant to help fund a monument honoring a respected Hmong leader for whom the park will be named. The California Arts and Parks grant of $77,000 was awarded to the … Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/merced-awarded-grant-future-park-202106764.html
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Daily Audio Newscast Afternoon Update – November 6, 2025
US shutdown sends airlines scrambling as travel chaos looms; Pairing Hmong economic future in MN with historic election; MA lawmakers urged to protect higher ed jobs from federal cuts; Historic NM … Full story: https://kiowacountypress.net/content/daily-audio-newscast-afternoon-update-november-6-2025
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Pairing Hmong economic future in MN with historic election
On the heels of this week’s historic election victory, Minnesota’s Hmong population sees more opportunities to “dream big” 50 years after refugees began arriving here. On Tuesday, St. Paul elected its … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/pairing-hmong-economic-future-in-mn-with-historic-election/ar-AA1PTxt8
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Chinatown Block Party seeks to build unity, grow community in Detroit
Saturday’s party included live music and DJs, a Chinese fire dance, and interactive activities designed to educate attendees about the legacy of Detroit’s Chinatown and engage them in its future. Full story: https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/local/detroit-city/2025/07/26/chinatown-block-party-seeks-to-build-unity-grow-community-in-detroit/85357534007/
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Legacy in action | AANHPI leaders shaping culture, education, advocacy and mental health in Northern California
May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, honoring the contributions of leaders building a foundation for future generations. Full story: https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/aanhpi-leaders-in-northern-california/103-279a8319-93b8-43ba-bdf5-fdc44b11191f
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A best restaurant, best bites, openings and closings: Milwaukee restaurant and bar news you might have missed in February
>From best bites to closed doors, from holiday treats to future plans, here’s some restaurant and bar news from February that you may have missed: The Hmong Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce has filed a … Full story: https://www.jsonline.com/story/entertainment/dining/2025/03/04/milwaukee-restaurant-news-in-february-best-restaurant-best-bites/81104972007/
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SPPS names preferred superintendent, offers her district’s top job
The decision to offer Dr. Stacie Stanley the district’s top spot comes after an hours-long discussion over who was best to lead SPPS into the future. Full story: https://www.kare11.com/article/news/local/st-paul-public-schools-preferred-superintendent-job/89-dfeb0737-cd16-4a88-8b2f-b59fdb1829d0
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As their pews empty, northwest Milwaukee Catholic churches collaborate to turn the tide
Sustainability will be a challenge given the increasingly increasingly empty buildings at each of the three churches. Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=670fe8de70c34560819f93ad320b88ad&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.jsonline.com%2fstory%2fnews%2flocal%2f2024%2f10%2f16%2fnorthwest-side-milwaukee-catholic-parishes-plan-for-a-changed-future%2f75194079007%2f&c=6792092286289579252&mkt=en-us
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KRON4 sits with the first Hmong American crowned Miss Asian Global
KRON4 anchor Stephanie Lin speaks with the first Hmong American to be crowned Miss Asian Global, Raine Xiong. The Stanford student discusses her pageant journey and her future goals. Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/kron4-sits-first-hmong-american-181650369.html
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New park in Merced to honor iconic Hmong leader
A sign near the Stonefield Home Bellevue Ranch housing development says “Future home of General Vang Pao Park.” … Full story: https://abc30.com/post/new-park-merced-honor-iconic-hmong-leader/15266764/
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New park in Merced to honor iconic Hmong leader
MERCED, Calif. (KFSN) — A new park in Merced will honor a beloved late leader of the Hmong community. A sign near the Stonefield Home Bellevue Ranch housing development says “Future home of … Full story: https://abc30.com/post/new-park-merced-honor-iconic-hmong-leader/15266764/
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At soccer camps, local tournaments, Minnesota Aurora builds fan base — and sport’s future
The Minnesota Aurora FC, which has a diverse roster of local and international players, is inspiring many girls to pursue their soccer dreams. Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/culture-community/minnesota-aurora-womens-soccer-outreach-hmong-players/