Midway Como Frogtown Monitor

Murray Goff, who has cystic fibrosis, hosts a radio show with his sister, Olive, each Sunday morning on Frogtown WFNU 94.1. After interviewing real estate agent Kris Lindahl, they got a billboard to showcase their weekly episodes. (Photo submitted)

When Murray and Olive Goff noticed the billboards for real estate agent Kris Lindahl popping up around the Twin Cities, they wanted to know how he got them.So they invited him onto their Frogtown … more

By TESHA M. CHRISTENSEN | 11/11/20

The art of improvisation

Mychal Batson (who goes by MycDazzle, or Daz, for short) is a young artist with a bucket load of skills, and a growing resume of projects anchored in St. Paul’s Central Corridor. His work … more

By MARGIE O’LOUGHLIN | 11/11/20

Tax break?

Some St. Paul homeowners could get a break in 2021 after years of property tax increases. That’s because St. Paul and Ramsey County are holding their 2021 property tax levies flat and St. Paul … more

By JANE McCLURE | 11/11/20

More people in Frogtown have lost their jobs due to COVID-19 than nearly anywhere else in the state. The Career Labs have been set up to help folks get back in the workforce. (Photo submitted)

NEED A JOB?

Need a new job?Check out a Career Lab at a library near you if you’ve experienced impact from COVID-19 such as job loss or loss of income.Zip code 55104 is one of the hardest hit for … more

By TESHA M. CHRISTENSEN | 11/11/20

What it takes to make a partnership

Lizzy Carson, Bethel University sophomore nursing major and reconciliation minor, was recently named a 2020 Newman Civic Fellow for her community engagement on Bethel’s campus and in the … more

By Maddie Christy, Callie Chase and Laura Osterlund | 11/11/20

‘We did it!” says one sign as supporters celebrate the $2.4 million appropriation that Victoria Theater (825 University Ave.) has just gotten through the Minnesota Legislature’s Capital Investment Bill, which was passed in October. The push for the funds came through the governor’s office, which focused on equity-centered projects that are led by and serve communities of color and American Indians, as these organizations have not traditionally had access to state funds. (Photos submitted)

Victoria Theater Arts Center receives $2.4M

For over 10 years, community members have rallied around an abandoned silent movie theater at 825 University Ave. Their plans: to purchase and renovate the space into a community and arts center for … more

11/11/20

Tabitha Wheeler named Social Worker of Year

The Minnesota School Social Workers Association proudly announces the selection of Tabitha Wheeler as the Minnesota School Social Worker of the Year for 2020. Wheeler has been a school social … more

11/11/20

{ Development Roundup } November 2020

1825 UniversityA 243-unit affordable housing complex at the northwest corner of Fairview and University avenues is moving toward a 2021 construction start. The St. Paul City Council, acting as the … more

by Jane McClure | 11/11/20

Take action with League of Women Voters

Nonpartisan group informs and engages citizens for a healthy democracy Members of the St. Paul League of Women Voters celebrate 100 years. (Photo submitted) By TESHA M. CHRISTENSEN The League of … more

by Tesha M. Christensen | 10/18/20

TRANSFORMATION

Frogtown Community Center rebuilt into one of city’s best Ayanna Jones, age seven, and Mayor Melvin Carter III cut the ribbon at Frogtown Community Center during the official opening of the $2.1 … more

10/18/20

Melvin Carter Jr. driven to help youth

Why he does it, and why he won’t ever stop By MARGIE O’LOUGHLIN Melvin Carter founded SOS (Save our Sons) in 1991. He knew that the detention system wasn’t working for young Black men and that, … more

10/18/20

IT’S POSSIBLE

Brian White Jr, one of four co-owners of 2 Scoops Ice Cream Eatery at 921 Selby Avenue. His family was able to open their business by pooling resources and being creative. (Photo by Margie … more

By MARGIE O’LOUGHLIN | 10/18/20

Celebrating peace

Peace bubbles By Melvin Giles peacebubbles@q.com The 24th Community Peace Celebration Planning Team Hello Hamline/Midway, Como, Frogtown, and Rondo Midway Monitor Readers, It’s a refreshing and … more

10/18/20

{ Development Roundup }

Zoning changes could bring more density The revamp of St. Paul’s multi-family residential zoning is seen as a way to add housing density, with a focus on affordable housing, … more

By JANE McCLURE | 10/17/20

{ Monitor in a Minute }

Neighborhood STAR fund allocated for area projects Twenty-one small businesses, housing providers and community organizations are recipients of 2020 Neighborhood Sales Tax Revitalization (STAR) … more

By JANE McCLURE | 10/17/20

BE A LEADER & Be Counted: 2020 Census

Artika Tyner (Photo submitted) The 2020 U.S. Census is of critical importance. It will shape the future of our community. To raise awareness about the Census, Planting People Growing Justice in … more

by Dr. Artika R. Tyner | 9/24/20

Ridership was setting records... then there was a pandemic

Metro Transit says it is a good thing fewer people have been using light rail since March By CHLOE PETER Since opening in 2004, the Blue Line has offered folks an alternative way to get to … more

By CHLOE PETER | 9/18/20

Explore a Frogtown Pollinator Garden

Take a self-guided tour of Monarch City Flowers, butterflies, and bees: oh my! For a fun ending to a warm August, visit Monarch City and take a self-guided tour. Butterflies and bees love this … more

9/18/20

Progress in the struggle

Melvin Giles Progress in the struggle Hello Midway Como Frogtown Monitor readers, This month I’m sharing two proverbs and words of encouragement and wisdom that I find … more

By Melvin Giles peacebubbles@q.com | 9/18/20

New mural exhibition sustains fight for justice

A neighbor looks at the mural exhibit at 825 University Ave. (Photo by Tyler Olsen-Highness) Four murals created in the wake of George Floyd’s murder have been re-introduced to the public at 825 … more

9/18/20