Tag: local
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Man charged with homicide in shooting death of Sauk Co. woman
George Paul is accused of shooting and killing 80-year-old Susan Paul, of Prairie du Sac, at Pewit’s Nest. Multiple callers reported witnessing George, also of Prairie du Sac, pulling Susan from a car … Full story: https://fox47.com/news/local/man-charged-with-homicide-in-shooting-death-of-sauk-co-woman
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Woman punched during road rage incident in Madison
A woman was allegedly punched during a road rage incident on Tuesday, Madison police said.Police responded to eastbound U.S. Highway 12 near Cou … Full story: https://fox47.com/news/local/woman-punched-during-road-rage-incident-in-madison
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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/
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Minnesota Fierce: Documentary Filmmaker Joua Lee Grande Reports From Operation Metro Surge
Local writer Scott Meslow interviews the Minnesota-based documentarian on the ground amid Operation Metro Surge. Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=69f42b1f9d834a5eba6c30f3fa7d6f63&url=https%3a%2f%2ffilmmakermagazine.com%2f133702-minnesota-documentary-filmmaker-joua-lee-grande%2f&c=12806353403860867313&mkt=en-us
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Upcoming event celebrates Hmong culture in Granby, Missouri
Nandy Yang and Mizone Vue stopped by the studio this week to discuss an upcoming event that celebrates the Hmong culture. The Peb Hmoob Gathering is … Full story: https://www.koamnewsnow.com/news/local-news/upcoming-event-celebrates-hmong-culture-in-granby-missouri/article_8cc1f217-5d9a-40c8-b3ef-7195252819ea.html
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Hmong center serves many roles for community
For many families in the Coulee Region, the Hmong Cultural & Community Center serves as both a gathering place and a bridge — connecting generations to language, traditions and shared … Full story: https://lacrossetribune.com/life-entertainment/local/article_e5daecf3-cc4d-4e6c-9e22-f95a3b87f911.html
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Fox Valley’s Hmong American community celebrates landmark anniversary
A state appeals court previously ruled police did not violate Cruz’s Fourth Amendment rights when they collected DNA samples from him. Northeast Wisconsin athletes go on to serve their community and … Full story: https://fox11online.com/news/local/fox-valleys-hmong-american-community-celebrates-landmark-anniversary
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Hmong community celebrates 50 years in Wausau
On April 9, 1976, Nuo Vang Thao was one of the first five Hmong to land at Mosinee’s Central Wisconsin Airport. During the Vietnam War, he, alongside with 30,000 other Hmong, were secretly recruited … Full story: https://www.wjfw.com/news/local/hmong-community-celebrates-50-years-in-wausau/article_414024f3-6fb8-4660-9852-3e8ee9099d2e.html
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Volume One documentary tells 50-year story of Hmong community in Chippewa Valley
A local documentary that features local Hmong culture is nearing its opening premiere. Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/lifestyle/mind-and-soul/volume-one-documentary-tells-50-year-story-of-hmong-community-in-chippewa-valley/ar-AA20dFmd
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United Cultural Center to keep Hmong traditions alive
The United Cultural Center held its grand opening in Hayfork the morning of Saturday, March 28, with dozens of the Hmong community and other Trinity residents from near and far showing up in support. Full story: https://www.trinityjournal.com/news/local/article_1e3c7476-c13b-4df2-8b41-1ec7cf1ab1ac.html
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Know Your Madisonian: Psychiatrist Fred Coleman helps bring healing to international community
Dr. Fred Coleman, 63, a psychiatrist with a consuming interest in Madison’s international community, has been active in refugees’ mental health treatment, cross-cultural psychiatry, hospice and the in … Full story: https://madison.com/news/local/article_c151da98-96f1-11e0-906a-001cc4c03286.html
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Local Vietnam opens Ha Giang Aya Lodge
A new lodge has opened in the mountainous region of Ha Giang, now part of Tuyen Quang Province, reflecting an alternative approach to tourism development in northern Vietnam. Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-xl/travel/asia-travel/local-vietnam-opens-ha-giang-aya-lodge/ar-AA1ZgVDr
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Minnesota’s Culinary Gems You Didn’t Know You Needed
>From sweet corn at fairs to the famous Juicy Lucy, Minnesota’s cuisine reflects its local farms and diverse cultures, with flavors as rich as its history. Full story: https://wjon.com/minnesota-iconic-dishes/
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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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Asian variety shows have a winning formula at local casinos
You don’t need to know the language to enjoy the new wave of Hmong, Vietnamese and Chinese concerts at gambling venues. Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=69a081ef759c4254a4016b8751bd5af2&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.startribune.com%2fasian-variety-shows-have-a-winning-formula-at-local-casinos%2f601504931&c=17347916498125345165&mkt=en-us
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Viterbo University hosts Black History Month community celebration
LA CROSSE (WKBT) — Viterbo University hosted a Black History Month Community Celebration Wednesday night, bringing together community members for an evening of music, food and networking. Full story: https://www.news8000.com/news/local-news/la-crosse/viterbo-university-hosts-black-history-month-community-celebration/article_15d141e2-a03d-4cdb-bb47-7c845d97c0fd.html