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Hmong American Day celebration held in southeast Fresno
(KFSN) — An event in Southeast Fresno was celebrating culture this Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Hmong American Day was held Saturday at the Fresno Center on Kings Canyon Road. Full story: https://abc30.com/post/hmong-american-day-celebration-held-in-southeast-fresno/14801697/
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Honoring AAPI Month in the city of Fresno
A celebration of diversity for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month — showcased the city’s many cultures, woven in the fabric of Fresno. Full story: https://abc30.com/aapi-month-city-of-fresno-honoring-asian-american-and-pacific-islander-heritage/14757644/
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Nearly 50 years later, Asian American and Pacific Islander month features revelry and racial justice
It has been almost 50 years since Asian American and Pacific Islander month was established, but anti-Asian hate continues to rise. Full story: https://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/national-international/nearly-50-years-later-asian-american-and-pacific-islander-month-features-revelry-and-racial-justice/3403010/
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20 books to celebrate AAPI Heritage Month
Twenty books, including adult fiction, nonfiction, teen and children’s titles, explore heritage and culture of Asian American and Pacific Islander communities … Full story: https://www.lansingstatejournal.com/story/life/2024/05/01/cadl-book-recommendations-aapi-heritage-month/73518612007/
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Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month: Meet Lao entrepreneur who’s proud to live in Lancaster
I WAS PROBABLY THE ONLY LAOS KID IN MY SCHOOL DISTRICT. AND THEN THERE WERE A FEW HMONG STUDENTS. A LOT OF MY JUST SEEING OTHER ASIANS WERE JUST BEING AROUND MY OWN FAMILY. FROM 2020 TO 2023, THE … Full story: https://www.wgal.com/article/lao-entrepreneur-is-proud-to-live-in-lancaster-aapi-heritage-month/60657916
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Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month: Meet Lao entrepreneur who’s proud to live in Lancaster
May is Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, or AAPI Heritage Month. It’s a way to celebrate and recognize Asian American and Pacific Islander people all across the Susquehanna Valley who … Full story: https://www.wgal.com/article/lao-entrepreneur-is-proud-to-live-in-lancaster-aapi-heritage-month/60657916
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Nearly 50 years later, Asian American and Pacific Islander month features revelry and racial justice
Tags: American, Asian, Asian Americans, Asian-American, government, justice, local, month, news, storyThe Associated Press It has been almost 50 years since the U.S. government established that Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders and their accomplishments should be recognized … Full story: https://www.mauinews.com/news/local-news/2024/05/nearly-50-years-later-asian-american-and-pacific-islander-month-features-revelry-and-racial-justice/
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Nearly 50 years later, Asian American and Pacific Islander month features revelry and racial justice
It has been almost 50 years since the U.S. government established that Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders and their accomplishments should be recognized annually across the nation … Full story: https://apnews.com/article/asian-american-pacific-islander-native-hawaiian-month-634189f4094791fd6c7f02f33d1e5597
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Hmong History Month gets celebrated at a local gala
EAU CLAIRE (WQOW) – Hmong Heritage Month was celebrated with dinner and cultural performances on Saturday. The event was the Hmong Heritage Gala, presented by Power Up Eau Claire. It is in it’s second … Full story: https://www.wqow.com/eye-on-eau-claire/hmong-history-month-gets-celebrated-at-a-local-gala/article_1616b756-04f3-11ef-a2dc-93ac7314a05c.html
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Wisconsin governor signs law mandating Hmong American & Asian American History in public schools
Hmong American and Asian American history is being added to Wisconsin’s K-12 public school curriculum. Earlier this month, Gov. Tony Evers signed Act 266, mandating the inclusion of Asian American and … Full story: https://www.wuwm.com/2024-04-16/wisconsin-governor-signs-law-mandating-hmong-american-asian-american-history-in-public-schools
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Hmong Heritage Month observes 20 years of contributions and culture
This April kicks off the 20th Hmong Heritage Month, according to Recollection Wisconsin. The yearly celebration began as a way to acknowledge and celebrate the contributions and culture of the Hmong … Full story: https://badgerherald.com/news/campus/2024/04/12/hmong-heritage-month-observes-20-years-of-contributions-and-culture/
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Funeral held for 1-year-old boy killed in St. Paul house fire
Four kids died because of the fire. The funeral for Muaj Tshav Ntuj, 4, was held last month. 5-year-old twin Ntshiab Siv’s funeral is set for March 23-25; Siv Ntshiab’s funeral will begin March 29. Full story: https://www.kare11.com/article/news/local/funeral-held-for-1-year-old-boy-st-paul-house-fire-that-killed-4-kids/89-ae0688bb-e63a-48c2-a210-427584e42ee9
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Faced with staff vacancies, one Minneapolis elementary turned to parents for help
In celebration of Black History Month, the parents working in the school helped plan and organize a series of events and school visits from prominent Black leaders in the community, including School … Full story: https://www.startribune.com/faced-with-staff-vacancies-one-minneapolis-elementary-turned-to-parents-for-help/600344135/
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At his memorial service, Tou Ger Xiong is remembered for his humor and spirit
The rap “Go Hmong Boy” by the popular Hmong comedian and activist, kidnapped and murdered last month in Colombia, played as a video created by his nephew ran through pictures of Xiong speaking in … Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/memorial-tou-ger-xiong-remembered-002400932.html
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Hundreds mourn Minnesota Hmong comedian allegedly kidnapped and killed in Colombia
Hundreds of mourners gathered Saturday to say goodbye to Minnesota comedian and Hmong community activist Tou Ger Xiong, who was allegedly kidnapped and killed last month while on a trip to Colombia. Full story: https://www.aol.com/news/hundreds-gather-mourn-minnesota-hmong-181948173.html
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‘Social justice champion’ Tou Ger Xiong laid to rest Saturday
The life of a St. Paul comedian and activist who was killed last month while on vacation in Colombia will be remembered this weekend. The funeral for 50-year-old Tou Ger Xiong is set to start at 1 p.m … Full story: https://kstp.com/kstp-news/top-news/funeral-for-st-paul-comedian-activist-this-weekend/