Tag: week
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A letter to Kristi Noem after her visit to Minnesota last week
“Immigrants and refugees are not like your dog, Cricket. You can’t get rid of us just because we make you uncomfortable,” Ka Vang writes. Full story: https://www.startribune.com/noem-protest-twin-cities-trump-administration-immigration-enforcement/601507422
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After governor pardons refugee in ICE detention, he could still get deported
LANSING, MI – Gov. Gretchen Whitmer this week pardoned Lue Yang, a Hmong refugee who was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs (ICE) enforcement over a decades-old conviction that had been expunged … Full story: https://www.mlive.com/news/2025/10/after-governor-pardons-refugee-in-ice-detention-he-could-still-get-deported.html
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Weekly high school boys soccer roundup – Union Grove beats Waterford to set up SLC showdown
Racine County’s boys’ soccer teams had a productive week, putting together eight wins across 13 matches. Each ranked team stayed put in the Wisconsin Soccer Coaches Association state poll, with St. Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/other/weekly-high-school-boys-soccer-roundup-union-grove-beats-waterford-to-set-up-slc-showdown/ar-AA1OaeWS
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Farmfast casual restaurant Brim opening in the suburbs this week
Early in the pandemic, a customer came in to Brim, on W. Lake Street, and ordered a kimchi rice bowl to go. Owner Kate Sidoti peeked into the kitchen and called out, “One poached egg, please!” as if a … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/foodanddrink/foodnews/farm-to-fast-casual-restaurant-brim-opening-in-the-suburbs-this-week/ar-AA1Nwdkl
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Central Wisconsin Book Festival returns in late September
The Central Wisconsin Book Festival announced this week its event schedule for 2025. The ninth annual CWBF will be held from Sept. 25 through … Full story: https://wausaupilotandreview.com/2025/09/22/central-wisconsin-book-festival-returns-in-late-september/
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2 Minneapolis restaurants make NY Times list of the best in the country
Moua was a James Beard finalist for Best Chef: Midwest, and her restaurant was named Food & Wine’s restaurant of the year just last week. Meanwhile, Bûcheron grabbed a James Beard Award in June as the … Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=68c24f1ecf05484a910e04c09273777b&url=https%3a%2f%2fbringmethenews.com%2fminnesota-lifestyle%2f2-minneapolis-restaurants-make-ny-times-list-of-the-best-in-the-country&c=6691818180606384867&mkt=en-us
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MN State Fair, Death to CCU, Hmong 50 Fest: This Week’s Best Events
Welcome to Event Horizon, your weekly roundup of the best events in Minneapolis, St. Paul, and beyond. TUESDAY 8.19. 25th Anniversary Celebration of Because of Winn-Dixie with Kat … Full story: https://racketmn.com/mn-state-fair-death-to-ccu-hmong-50-fest-this-weeks-best-events
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Hmong refugees from Michigan among those deported to Laos, despite calls for release
Despite impassioned pleas from relatives and Michigan lawmakers, at least half a dozen Hmong refugees were deported to Laos this week. Full story: https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/local/michigan/2025/08/15/hmong-refugees-among-those-deported-to-laos/85680464007/
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‘I wish I could turn back time’: Hmong father among four Minnesotans facing deportation to Laos this week
Four Hmong Minnesotans arrested in June as part of a ramped up campaign of deportations are headed to Laos, a country where they have few ties. Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/immigration/hmong-minnesotans-deported-laos/
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Immigrant police officers have made our communities stronger
Last week, a gunman walked into a Manhattan building and killed four people. One was a New York City police officer — Didarul Islam, 36, an immigrant from Bangladesh, who left behind two sons and a … Full story: https://www.bostonglobe.com/2025/08/04/opinion/immigrant-police-officers-community-trust/
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Foodie Friday: Fan-favorite LAX Grille bring delicious pho, BBQ, and Asian fusion to downtown
Every week for Foodie Friday, we talk in-studio with the businesspeople and culinary artisans behind outstanding restaurants, bakeries, cafes, bars, food trucks, and more. Full story: https://www.news8000.com/news/local-news/foodie-friday-fan-favorite-lax-grille-bring-delicious-pho-bbq-and-asian-fusion-to-downtown/article_e6a5e7d8-5d48-4c29-83fe-3a347d45a9c6.html
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After Last Week’s Big Win, Gingrich Shares What Trump Does Next
After President Donald Trump’s major victory last week, Newt Gingrich appeared on Fox Business Monday to assess what the administration does next. Trump signed the “Big, Beautiful Bill” into law … Full story: https://www.aol.com/last-week-big-win-gingrich-232558779.html
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Hmong Minnesotan ordered deported to Laos speaks out about arrest: ‘It’s a tear in my heart’
Chia Neng Vue, one of the 15 Hmong Minnesotans facing deportation to Laos, was arrested at his Coon Rapids home a week after his yearly check-in at immigration court. Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/immigration/coon-rapids-minnesota-arrest-laos-deportation-hmong/
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Vang & Moua shine a light on Hmong cuisine
Hmong cuisine is in the spotlight thanks to this week’s New York Times article celebrating Twin Cities chefs Yia Vang and Diane Moua. Full story: https://www.msn.com/
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Marathon County volunteer opportunities: Week of June 23
Find More Donation + Volunteer Opportunities! Go to the United Way Volunteer Connection volunteer website at unitedwaymc.galaxydigital.com. Welcome Guests … Full story: https://wausaupilotandreview.com/2025/06/22/marathon-county-volunteer-opportunities-week-of-june-23/
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Event honoring Hmong, Lao veterans planned next week
A special event coming up in Walnut Grove will thank Hmong and Lao veterans for their service in the war in Southeast Asia, 50 years ago. The gathering will include food and performances by the SW … Full story: https://www.marshallindependent.com/news/local-news/2025/06/event-honoring-hmong-lao-veterans-planned-next-week/
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Volunteer opportunities in the Wausau area for the week of June 2
WAUSAU — Each week, United Way of Marathon County highlights ways to give back through its Volunteer Connection program. Here are this week’s featured opportunities: … Full story: https://wausaupilotandreview.com/2025/06/01/volunteer-opportunities-in-the-wausau-area-for-the-week-of-june-2/
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Reconciliation Week yog dab tsi thiab vim li cas cov hnub no thiaj tseem ceeb?
National Reconciliation Week yeej tau ua rau hnub tim 27 lub 5 hlis ntuj txog hnub tim 3 lub 6 hlis ntuj ib xyoos twg.. Cov kev zwj thaj pib thiab xaus yog cim txog tej keeb kwm tseem ceeb ntawm neeg … Full story: https://www.sbs.com.au/language/hmong/hmv/article/what-is-reconciliation-week-and-why-are-the-dates-significant/zvndq1o26