Tag: history
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Hmong refugee in Michigan freed by ICE after several months in prison
Lue Yang, an auto supply engineer and Hmong refugee, was freed by ICE on Wednesday, Dec. 3 after spending more than four months in prison. Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/society-culture-and-history/social-issues/hmong-refugee-in-michigan-freed-by-ice-after-several-months-in-prison/ar-AA1RFjOt
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53 maps that explain the Midwest
In this video, I explore the definition of the most Midwestern state through maps, data, and history. I analyze classic census definitions and evolving cultural borders, examining factors such as … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/society-culture-and-history/history/53-maps-that-explain-the-midwest/vi-AA1RrP94
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L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library holding annual ‘Give a Kid a Book’ program
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) – The Friends of the L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library’s annual ‘Give a Kid a Book’ program is underway. According to a press release from the L.E. Phillips Memorial Public … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/society-culture-and-history/books-and-literature/l-e-phillips-memorial-public-library-holding-annual-give-a-kid-a-book-program/ar-AA1RdwiQ
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Celebrate Hmong New Year in St. Paul
The festival, set for the St. Paul RiverCentre, will have games, dancing, food, native clothing and a pageant. Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/society-culture-and-history/cultural-events/celebrate-hmong-new-year-in-st-paul/ar-AA1Rd0MN
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Meeting the Black Hmong: A Culture Few Outsiders Truly Know
In this video, I travel deep into the mountains to meet the Black Hmong, one of the most unique and culturally rich ethnic groups in Asia. I share their traditions, daily life, and the incredible … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/society-culture-and-history/race-and-racial-identity/meeting-the-black-hmong-a-culture-few-outsiders-truly-know/vi-AA1zaTlV
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Mayor Elect Her leads St. Paul through history with hope
State Representative Kaohly Her stands as St. Paul’s mayor after beating out incumbent Mayor Melvin Carter, despite only jumping into the race in August. The Nov. 4 election marked a historic victory … Full story: https://hamlineoracle.com/15034/news/mayor-elect-her-leads-st-paul-through-history-with-hope/
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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
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🌱 Patch AM: Hmong New Year celebration fosters community connections in Green Bay
The article 🌱 Patch AM: Hmong New Year celebration fosters community connections in Green Bay appeared first on Green Bay Patch. Good morning Green Bay! Your connection to what’s happening around … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/society-culture-and-history/holidays-and-festivals/patch-am-hmong-new-year-celebration-fosters-community-connections-in-green-bay/ar-AA1QA8H0
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Kaohly Her wins St. Paul mayoral race as Democratic women make historic gains nationwide
Former Minnesota Rep. Kaohly Her (DFL) made history this November when she became the first Hmong person and the first woman mayor in St. Paul. The milestone was part … Full story: https://mndaily.com/296265/city/kaohly-her-wins-st-paul-mayoral-race-as-democratic-women-make-historic-gains-nationwide/
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Green Bay Voyageurs’ lack of success doesn’t bother USL in bringing pro soccer to city
Exclusive negotiations between the USL and Green Bay come about three years after a USL semi-pro team folded after two seasons of play in Ashwaubenon. Full story: https://fox11online.com/news/local/united-soccer-league-usl-two-professional-city-green-bay-voyageurs-history-exclusive-negotiations
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Students celebrate Hmong culture and resilience
Culture, history and art filled Grant Union High School as people across the community joined together to celebrate the Hmong New Year. Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/students-celebrate-hmong-culture-and-resilience/vi-AA1QwGdE
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‘What we have now is our voices’: Students celebrate Hmong culture and resilience
On Saturday, culture, history and art filled Grant Union High School as people across the community joined together to celebrate the Hmong New Year. Ivory Xiong and Shyanne Moua are … Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=691a08ee162c46dd8a2d419aad3c8a2d&url=https%3a%2f%2ffox40.com%2fnews%2flocal-news%2fsacramento%2fwhat-we-have-now-is-our-voices-students-celebrate-hmong-culture-and-resilience%2f&c=7842308657716774700&mkt=en-us
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Green Bay Hmong New Year celebrates 50 years in the United States
Antonio Brown faces up to 30 years in prison, not 15 Virginia Giuffre’s memoir reveals intimate details about her family life, children FBI arrests New Jersey man accused of destroying property at … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/society-culture-and-history/cultural-events/green-bay-hmong-new-year-celebrates-50-years-in-the-united-states/vi-AA1Qwr8X
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Kaohly Her believes her work experience, relationships differentiate her as she readies to be St. Paul’s next mayor
It’s been a whirlwind for St. Paul Mayor-elect Kaohly Her since she defeated two-term incumbent Melvin Carter in an upset on Tuesday night, setting the stage for her to make history as the first woman … Full story: https://www.cbsnews.com/minnesota/news/kaohly-her-readies-to-be-st-paul-next-mayor/
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Unicorn Riot Releases New Trove of Videos From Largest Arrest in MN History
Plus celebrating the wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald, SNAP pause hurts residents and grocers, and a good guide for Twin Cities business travelers in today’s Flyover news roundup. Full story: https://racketmn.com/unicorn-riot-releases-new-trove-of-videos-from-largest-arrest-in-mn-history
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History in St. Paul: Kaohly Her ousts Carter, becomes city’s first Hmong woman mayor — who is she?
Kaohly Her has made history as the first woman and person of Hmong descent elected mayor of St. Paul. A former state House member, Her’s campaign focused on economic development, housing, and public … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/world/history-in-st-paul-kaohly-her-ousts-carter-becomes-city-s-first-hmong-woman-mayor-who-is-she/ar-AA1PVsVe
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Hmong Minnesotans react to Kaohly Her winning St. Paul mayor race
Nate Silver says polls may be “overestimating” Trump after “huge” miss … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/society-culture-and-history/social-issues/hmong-minnesotans-react-to-kaohly-her-winning-st-paul-mayor-race/vi-AA1PTdMl
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Kaohly Vang Her makes history as first Hmong woman to lead St. Paul
Rep. Kaohly Vang Her beat her former boss, incumbent Mayor Melvin Carter, after the ranked choice votes were tabulated Tuesday night. Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/democracy-politics/stpaul-mayoral-race-election-results-melvin-carter-kaohly-vang-her/