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Avalanche Team Up with Local Artist to Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month
To celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, the Avalanche collaborated with artist Nalye Lor to create a jersey that celebrates AAPI heritage with the theme of the Year of … Full story: https://www.nhl.com/avalanche/news/avalanche-team-up-with-local-artist-to-celebrate-aapi-heritage-month
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Hmong charter lawsuit v. hedge fund: $400,000 in settlement still unpaid
The payment of settlement funds agreed in November between Hmong College Prep Academy and the New Jersey hedge fund that lost more than $4 million of the school’s money continues to be delayed. Last … Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/hmong-charter-lawsuit-v-hedge-224900077.html
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Betrayed Again by Washington 50 Years After the Vietnam War?
After the last American planes and helicopters departed, many Hmong were left behind to try to survive the Communist military consolidation in Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia. “Those who helped” the U.S., … Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=683738e214874ec080e1ec31d2652d4b&url=https%3a%2f%2fcapitalandmain.com%2fbetrayed-again-by-washington-50-years-after-the-vietnam-war&c=3317894660015373229&mkt=en-us
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Heritage and hustle drive Green Bay-area Hmong businesses built out of 50 years in America
These Green Bay-area Hmong business owners were born between two worlds. Their entrepreneurial spirit was built from both. Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6835e75fb27d41f89e12280b1cb7018f&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.greenbaypressgazette.com%2fstory%2fnews%2flocal%2f2025%2f05%2f27%2fgreen-bay-area-hmong-business-owners-talk-about-drive-to-go-out-on-own%2f83498422007%2f&c=16810722940867259070&mkt=en-us
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West Michigan family to launch line of Asian-inspired sauces in Meijer stores
The Xiongs, who own multiple restaurants across West Michigan, have created a variety of sauces based on their culinary offerings. Full story: https://www.fox17online.com/news/local-news/kent/west-michigan-family-to-launch-line-of-asian-inspired-sauces-in-meijer-stores
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IN PHOTOS: People enjoy a sunny Memorial Day weekend in La Crosse
Memorial Day services and parades took place at several cemeteries and parks in La Crosse, honoring those who gave their lives for liberty. Full story: https://lacrossetribune.com/news/local/article_254e04fc-2e78-410f-95f6-f3026aa161c4.html
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Wisconsin celebrates 50th anniversary of Hmong resettlement
Wisconsin commemorated the 50th anniversary of Hmong resettlement on May 14, celebrating a statewide community that has grown to over 55,000 people since the first refugee families arrived following … Full story: https://ca.news.yahoo.com/wisconsin-celebrates-50th-anniversary-hmong-143916653.html
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Sacramento’s Hmong American community reflects on half a century in the U.S.
For AAPI Heritage Month, CBS Sacramento is taking a closer look at the sacrifices and contributions made by Hmong Americans. Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/sacramentos-hmong-american-community-reflects-001424224.html
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Looking to commemorate Memorial Day in Oshkosh? Here’s a list of things to do.
The VFW band marches toward the Memorial Day ceremony at Riverside Cemetery in Oshkosh in this 2017 file photo. Coordinated by the Disabled American Veterans Post 17, the day begins with the “Reading … Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/looking-commemorate-memorial-day-oshkosh-100203628.html
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Sheboygan’s Memorial Day festivities will include parade, ceremonies, speakers & more
The Memorial Day parade, in collaboration with U.S. veterans and active-duty personnel, Sheboygan County Veterans Service Office, Launch: Lakeland Student- Run Businesses, Kohler Credit Union and the … Full story: https://www.sheboyganpress.com/story/news/local/2025/05/21/sheboygan-plans-2025-memorial-day-parade-hmong-veteran-celebration/83722227007/
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The country’s first Hmong male news anchor is making sure he’s not the last
Chenue Her made history in 2021 when he became the first Hmong male news anchor in Des Moines, Iowa. He has since come back home to Minnesota, joining the FOX 9 Morning Show in 2024 as an anchor. Full story: https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/21/fox-9s-chenue-her-on-being-the-first-and-only-hmong-male-anchor
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Milwaukee County Exec David Crowley pitches $10K grants to boost small businesses
The “Building Bridges” program would provide grants to small businesses across Milwaukee’s 18 municipalities to support commercial corridors. Full story: https://www.jsonline.com/story/news/local/milwaukee/2025/05/20/daviid-crowley-pitches-10k-grants-to-boost-small-businesses/83668720007/
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Hmong community celebrates 50 years of resilience and cultural preservation
Mai Tia Yang was just 5 years old when she was relocated from Laos to the U.S. after the end of the Secret War – a war that took so much from her. She doesn’t recall much of the conflict, as she was … Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=68c98f5ed6f94f1b9b2d44d525b605a9&url=https%3a%2f%2flacrossetribune.com%2flife-entertainment%2flocal%2fevents%2farticle_7f123572-3c3f-4ccd-b0b3-e394c5229df1.html&c=16512819984901937173&mkt=en-us
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La Crosse Hmong community celebrates 50 years of resilience and cultural preservation
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Lang votes against Veteran’s bill because of Hmong vet status provision
Senator and veteran Andrew Lang of Olivia said for the first time since he’s been in the legislature he planned to vote against the veterans’ bill because it gives veterans status to members of the … Full story: https://www.willmarradio.com/news/lang-votes-against-veterans-bill-because-of-hmong-vet-status-provision/article_18776602-70c9-4128-b3aa-db39a33dc512.html
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50 yrs of Hmong in the U.S.
The 66-year-old singer was part of the tribute to Cat Stevens’ song “Wild World,” which was one of 13 newly inducted recordings. Experts working in the Tomb of Cerberus in Naples unsealed a 2,000-year … Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/50-yrs-hmong-u-183736031.html
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Coulee Region celebrates Hmong American culture, traditions at weekend celebration
The Coulee Region celebrated Hmong American Day with a special event at the Omni Center Saturday. The free event honored the rich culture and contributions of Hmong-Americans, while marking the 50th … Full story: https://www.news8000.com/news/coulee-region-celebrates-hmong-american-culture-traditions-at-weekend-celebration/article_95afef57-ffcc-4640-841f-6f4a07038a14.html
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Coulee Region celebrates Hmong American culture, traditions at weekend celebration
ONALASKA (WKBT) — The Coulee Region celebrated Hmong American Day with a special event at the Omni Center Saturday. The free event honored the rich culture and contributions of Hmong Americans, while … Full story: https://www.news8000.com/news/coulee-region-celebrates-hmong-american-culture-traditions-at-weekend-celebration/article_95afef57-ffcc-4640-841f-6f4a07038a14.html