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First-ever oral histories of Indian boarding school survivors
Oct 11, 2024 · In the 1930s, the oral histories of more that 2,300 formerly enslaved people were collected as part of the Federal Writers’ Project. But the attention to ceremony and healing is what makes this oral history project unique. Boarding school survivors who share their stories are referred to as “narrators.’’.
Minneapolis officials could create a path to license fruit vendors
Sep 23, 2024 · Minneapolis weighs permit system for unlicensed fruit vendors. City officials have tried education and enforcement, but many of the Ecuadorian asylum-seekers selling food at parks and busy intersections have few ways to earn a living. A street vendor near Lake Street and Portland Ave, pictured on August 20. 2024.
Minnesota regulators delay ruling defining what carbon-free means
Sep 26, 2024 · Minnesota regulators punt on carbon-free definition, keeping door open for polluting sources. Industrial groups and state agencies are pushing regulators to allow trash incinerators and wood biomass as carbon-free electricity sources over objections from environmental groups and lawmakers. Regulators opted to delay the decision.
Free insulin is arriving at Minnesota clinics. Are you eligible?
Sep 25, 2024 · Urgent need program: Individuals in urgent need of insulin can get a one-time 30-day supply for a $35 co-pay, with a valid prescription. Continuing need program: eligible individuals can get up to one year of insulin, for no more than $50 copay for each 90-day supply, with an option to renew annually. More information on the Minnesota Insulin ...
PUBLIC SAFETY Archives - Sahan Journal
Oct 15, 2024 · New community board seeks bigger voice in Hennepin County prosecutions, police reform. by Katrina Pross August 1, 2024. A recent court ruling would allow 18- to 20-year-olds to publicly carry guns in Minnesota. What happens now? by Katrina Pross July 26, 2024.
Job Board - Sahan Journal
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Sahan Journal is hiring an Executive Director.
Mar 7, 2024 · After five years of steady growth, Sahan Journal is a thriving organization with a $3 million budget and 23 full-time staff members. Sahan Journal’s new Executive Director (ED) will be a mission-driven leader who will guide the nonprofit news organization into its next phase. The ED will oversee Sahan’s financial and editorial growth ...
May Lor Xiong has eyes on November after historic primary win
Sep 8, 2022 · Lee Pao Xiong said May Lor Xiong is unlikely to win in November because of the Hmong Community’s Democratic bent and the national Republican Party’s lack of confidence in districts that have traditionally voted Democratic. McCollum has represented the heavily Democratic district since 2001. But May Lor Xiong spoke confidently of her ...
Judge orders Northern Iron to install new air monitors - Sahan …
Aug 29, 2024 · Castro issued an order in July largely in favor of Northern Iron, suspending most of the state’s administrative order. The move drew criticism from residents of the East Side and lawmakers, who said they were worried about health impacts on nearby diverse neighborhoods.. On Wednesday, Castro issued the full memorandum explaining his July decision, and also issued an amended order based on ...