Tag: week
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50 yrs of Hmong in the U.S.
The first week of the criminal trial for media mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs wrapped up after an emotional testimony from his ex-girlfriend, Cassie Ventura. Former prosecutor and former criminal defense … Full story: https://www.msn.com/
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Community leaders reflect on 50 years since Hmong refugees first started resettling in Wisconsin
The Assembly passed a resolution to celebrate 50 years of strength and resilience of Hmong, Lao, Cambodian and Vietnamese people this week. Full story: https://wisconsinexaminer.com/2025/05/15/community-leaders-reflect-on-50-years-since-hmong-refugees-first-started-resettling-in-wisconsin/
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Green Bay declares this week as Hmong Business Week
The week coincides with the 50th anniversary of the resettlement of Hmong people in the U.S. after the Vietnam War. Full story: https://www.wbay.com/2025/05/12/green-bay-declares-this-week-hmong-business-week/
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Brown County celebrates Hmong Business Week
Hmong Business Week coincides with the 50th anniversary of Hmong soldiers escaping Laos. How you can support local … Full story: https://www.wbay.com/2025/05/12/brown-county-celebrates-hmong-business-week/
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From struggle to song: Hmong voices uplift community celebration
SAINT PAUL, Minn. — The gym at Txuj Ci Lower Campus was filled with music and celebration this week as students, parents, and teachers gathered to honor the upcoming Hmong American Day … Full story: https://www.kare11.com/article/news/local/outreach/communities-that-kare/ahead-hmong-american-day-txuj-ci-remembers-sacrifice-refugees-better-life-kids/89-83573002-e3d2-4998-9222-e1c99b0bf12e
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From struggle to song: Hmong voices uplift community celebration
SAINT PAUL, Minn. — The gym at Txuj Ci Lower Campus was filled with music and celebration this week as students, parents, and teachers gathered to honor the upcoming Hmong American Day, a milestone … Full story: https://www.kare11.com/article/news/local/outreach/communities-that-kare/ahead-hmong-american-day-txuj-ci-remembers-sacrifice-refugees-better-life-kids/89-83573002-e3d2-4998-9222-e1c99b0bf12e
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MN Shortlist: May 8-14 Mid West Music Fest, Hygge Happy Hour
MN Shortlist is your weekly curated roundup of recommended events from MPR News, highlighting standout performances, exhibits and gatherings around the region. This week’s list includes Mid West Music … Full story: https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/08/minnesota-performances-events-and-exhibits
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Former teacher accused of sex crime with student asks judge for leniency
A former St. Paul charter school teacher accused of sexual misconduct with a former student is set to be sentenced this week. Full story: https://www.fox9.com/news/former-teacher-accused-sex-crime-student-asks-judge-leniency
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Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month has only grown in 5 decades
What started as just one week in May has evolved over the decades into a monthlong tribute of events in cities big and small … Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/asian-american-native-hawaiian-pacific-210000440.html
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ABC7 News celebrates Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
What started as just one week in May has evolved over the decades into a monthlong tribute of events in cities big and small. Here’s everything to know about AANHPI Heritage Month. Full story: https://abc7news.com/post/aanhpi-heritage-month-heres-what-know-asian-american-native-hawaiian-pacific-islander/16288651/
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The Southeast Asians facing exile from the US to a land they’ve never known
After surviving a CIA-led war and building lives in America, Laotian migrants are now being detained and deported with little warning. Full story: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3307993/southeast-asians-facing-exile-us-land-theyve-never-known
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Nou’s Deli Asian Market opens on North Side of La Crosse — Steve Cahalan
Nou Xiong opens grocery and deli market in La Crosse with Asian groceries and homemade deli items. Hours: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. seven days a week. Full story: https://lacrossetribune.com/news/local/business/article_21e8927a-7f39-495b-b1fc-9c9fcd42ee6d.html
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Fox Valley’s Hmong American community celebrates landmark anniversary
The Hmong American community is celebrating 50 years since the first Hmong immigrant arrived in the Fox Valley.This week, they commemorated t … Full story: https://fox11online.com/news/local/fox-valleys-hmong-american-community-celebrates-landmark-anniversary
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Small Plates: Hmong chef plans Louisville pop-up
A renowned chef from one of TIME’s 2025 World’s Greatest Places is bringing his unique culinary perspective to Louisville for a Derby Week event. Editor’s Note: Small Plates is a column of restaurant … Full story: https://www.bizjournals.com/louisville/news/2025/04/18/small-plates-enso-collaboration.html
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Appleton police sergeant retires after nearly three decades, was first Hmong officer in department history
The Appleton Police Department is celebrating the nearly 30-year career of one of its sergeants who retired this week. Sergeant Chue Thao started his career in law … Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=67e77620f8f34a77ab13c53caa64f569&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.wearegreenbay.com%2fnews%2flocal-news%2fappleton-police-sergeant-retires-after-nearly-three-decades-was-first-hmong-officer-in-department-history%2f&c=508815310870303835&mkt=en-us
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5 things to know and do the week of March 24
Tags: American, association, community, county, Hmong, Hmong American, immigration, march, rights, story, week, womenLearn more about immigration rights; join Walker’s Point Association in a community gathering; share how you feel with the Hmong American Women’s Association Inc.; meet the county supervisor of … Full story: https://milwaukeenns.org/2025/03/23/5-things-to-know-and-do-the-week-of-march-24/
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4 sentenced to prison in Colombia for murder of Twin Cities comedian
Four people have been sentenced to prison in Colombia for the murder of a comedian from the Twin Cities, his family announced this week. Tou Ger Xiong, 50, was on vacation in December 2023. His body … Full story: https://www.twincities.com/2025/03/19/murder-sentence-tou-ger-xiong/
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Appleton East HS band to perform at Vietnam War anniversary parade in Hawaii
To commemorate the 50-year anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War, the Appleton East High School band will perform in an annual parade in Hawaii on Saturday, March 29. They have just over a week … Full story: https://wtaq.com/2025/03/18/appleton-east-hs-band-to-perform-at-vietnam-war-anniversary-parade-in-hawaii/