Tag: support
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St. Paul house fire: Father gives update on surviving family members
Early in the morning on Jan. 3, a house fire in St. Paul sent seven family members to the hospital. A father of six, Pacheng Vang was at work at the time of the fire; now, he says support from the … Full story: https://www.aol.com/news/st-paul-house-fire-father-035848210.html
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Project Resiliency celebrates one year of the Warmline
WISCONSIN (WQOW) – About a year ago, a statewide Warmline phone number was launched for people in the Hmong community to be able to get connected to resources and support. The Wisconsin United … Full story: https://www.wqow.com/eye_on_eau_claire/project-resiliency-celebrates-one-year-of-the-warmline/article_c2743c2e-bd83-11ee-8a9a-8b26aabbe043.html
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Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz speaks with St. Paul father who lost 4 children in house fire
“No parent should ever have to bury their kids,” Walz said. “My prayers and my office’s full support are with Mr. Vang, his family, and his community.” … Full story: https://www.cbsnews.com/minnesota/news/minnesota-governor-tim-walz-pa-cheng-vang-deadly-st-paul-house-fire/
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WEDC awards more than a combined $1 million to nine organizations, including two local ones
The Hmong American Center and the Langlade County Economic Development Corporation are two of nine organizations working to support entrepreneurs have been awarded over a combined $1 million in the … Full story: https://www.waow.com/news/wedc-awards-more-than-a-combined-1-million-to-nine-organizations-including-two-local-ones/article_4d184c68-b0c7-11ee-b0fc-b33a551fbdb9.html
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Vigil on Saturday to support St. Paul family who lost 4 children after house fire
A candlelight vigil is scheduled for Saturday to support the family whose four children died after a fire in their St. Paul home. It’s being held at American Indian Magnet School, where twins who … Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/vigil-saturday-support-st-paul-182000511.html
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Vigil on Saturday to support St. Paul family who lost 4 children after house fire
The 1-3 p.m. gathering is open to the public and people can bring clothes or gifts for the two surviving children. Full story: https://www.twincities.com/2024/01/11/vang-family-vigil-st-paul-house-fire/
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Workforce Development in Rochester getting $475,000 grant for training programs
Receiving a $475,000 grant for specific workforce development training programs are: – Workforce Development Inc. in Rochester will provide training and support in the following job and functions: … Full story: https://www.kimt.com/news/workforce-development-in-rochester-getting-475-000-grant-for-training-programs/article_05d15290-ab32-11ee-807a-b7daffc5b755.html
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Community mourns slain Minnesota Hmong performer
Family and friends of Tou Ger Xiong gathered to comfort and support one another on Saturday, as Minnesota’s Hmong community continues to wrestle with the news of his overseas slaying. Full story: https://news.yahoo.com/community-mourns-slain-minnesota-hmong-042102490.html
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Community mourns slain Minnesota Hmong performer
WOODBURY, Minn. (FOX 9) – Family and friends of Tou Ger Xiong gathered to comfort and support one another on Saturday, as Minnesota’s Hmong community continues to wrestle with the news of his overseas … Full story: https://www.fox9.com/news/community-mourns-slain-minnesota-hmong-performer
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Organizations speak in favor of World Relief and resettlement
Agencies who have assisted in refugee resettlement and refugees spoke in support of World Relief and the program to accept refugees in the Chippewa Valley area. Full story: https://www.leadertelegram.com/news/local/organizations-speak-in-favor-of-world-relief-and-resettlement/article_de40a4f4-955d-11ee-9a52-7be584f282c7.html
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The dark side of Henry Kissinger’s legacy: secret bombings during Vietnam War
The late Henry Kissinger’s legacy must include his support for the secret bombings across Southeast Asia during the Vietnam War. NPR’s Steve Inskeep talks to Bo Thao-Urabe, whose family fled Laos. Full story: https://www.whqr.org/2023-12-01/the-dark-side-of-henry-kissingers-legacy-secret-bombings-during-vietnam-war
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The farm bill is a historic opportunity to support farmers of color
U.S. Senator Tina Smith says the new farm bill is an opportunity to support farmers of color in Minnesota and across the country. Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/community-voices/farm-bill-farmers-of-color-minnesota-senator-tina-smith/
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The farm bill is a historic opportunity to support farmers of color
U.S. Senator Tina Smith says the new farm bill is an opportunity to support farmers of color in Minnesota and across the country. Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/community-voices/farm-bill-farmers-of-color-minnesota-senator-tina-smith/
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Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Initiative Awards $1.2M Annually to Increase Access to Healthy, Affordable, and Culturally Relevant Foods
Blue Cross’ Center for Prevention will support twelve organizations to advance food justice and create equitable changes to local food systems.EAGAN, MN / ACCESSWIRE / October 24, 2023 / The Center … Read Full Article
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First Nation experiences: a first-class way to support nature
A growing number of travel experiences are owned and run by Indigenous or First Nation people, making for nature-protecting, minimal-impact holidays. We tracked down the very best … Read Full Article
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The Port of Alaska’s modernization | Alaska Insight
Anchorage became the main point of entry for building materials, consumer goods and military support after Seward’s port was destroyed by the tsunami triggered by the 1964 earthquake. There are many … Read Full Article
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Fox Valley organizations team up to reduce Hmong, Black suicides
The Drive Health Project is creating a culturally specific model to support unmet mental health needs in the Hmong and Black communities. Read Full Article