Midway Como Frogtown Monitor

Thay Sai Htoo is one of five local writers who contributed to a book recently published by the Saint Paul Public Library called “Children’s Stories.” The book adds to the body of literature available in the S’gaw Karen language. (Photo by Margie O’Loughlin)

SPPL publishes third children’s book in S’Gaw Karen language

Growing up with a father who was a storyteller, Thay Sai Htoo fondly remembers the stories of his childhood. Htoo was born in the Karen State in Myanmar, the Southeast Asian country formerly known as … more

By MARGIE O’LOUGHLIN | 11/12/21

The HiBAR team at their workplace in the St. Paul Midway neighborhood. HiBAR launched in late 2018, and is already on the shelves in more than 10,000 stores across the country. Founder Nora Scharper said, “The world needs one or two brands that can popularize the idea and practice of being plastic-free, and we intend to be one of them.” (Top photos submitted, bottom photo at right by Margie O'Loughlin)

HiBAR co-founders drawn together by sense of purpose

By now, everyone has seen images of plastic-strewn beaches around the world. Half a billion shampoo and conditioner bottles get tossed out every year in this country alone. Nora Schaper and her three … more

By Margie O’Loughlin | 11/12/21

They took her children away

When Starr Jones* tells her story, people can’t believe this is happening in Minnesota. They can’t believe that the dad was investigated by child protection when their first daughter was … more

By TESHA M. CHRISTENSEN | 11/12/21

There’s a brand new play space at Hamline Park

Located in the Hamline-Midway area at 1564 Lafond Ave., this play space has been completely replaced, including new safety surfacing and new drains underneath to keep the playground dry. The new play … more

11/12/21

Kids getting harmed by domestic violence

Like many issues, domestic abuse situations have only been heightened by COVID-19. Jerrod Brown, a professor at Concordia University and program director for the Master of Arts degree in human … more

By Jan Willms | 11/12/21

LEAP, Galtier and Jackson may close

The St. Paul School Board is preparing to vote Nov. 16, 2021, on a plan that would close schools including Galtier and Jackson elementaries and the LEAP Academy High School, and make program changes … more

By JANE McCLURE | 11/12/21

Religious leaders concerned about proposed zoning limits

St. Paul religious leaders and their allies aren’t making a joyful noise over proposed zoning regulations on accessory uses at their facilities. But with a court-ordered deadline for the city … more

By JANE McCLURE | 11/12/21

PLAN IT November 2021

Keystone KraftersSew, bead, sketch, quilt, paint (nontoxic) knit, crochet, coloring or so any portable project with the Keystone Krafters. It is a great time to share projects, get advice for new … more

11/12/21

Night Trains return to Twin City Model Railroad Museum

Night Trains™ season is back. This special holiday tradition returns to the Twin City Model Railroad Museum (668 Transfer Road, Suite 8) runs every Saturday evening from 3-7 p.m. through the … more

11/12/21

BRIEFS November 2021

HiWay celebrates 90 yearsHiway Credit Union began in 1931 when a group of employees from the Minnesota Highway Department (now MnDOT) first conducted business out of a simple metal cash box. Two … more

11/12/21

The Como cross country boys won the Section 4AA Championship on Oct. 27, 2021. (Photo by Eric Erickson)

Students intern with League of Women Voters

Three Como AP Government seniors are serving as interns this fall with the League of Women Voters St. Paul (LWVSP). PaNra Lee, Chikamso Chijioke and Lucy Hebble have developed a voter advocacy … more

By Eric Erickson Social studies teacher | 11/12/21

Monitor in a Minute November 2021

Parks funding wins OKGrants and donations for improvements to area parks and trails won St. Paul City Council in October.The council received $22,693 from the Ramsey County Soil and Water … more

By JANE McCLURE | 11/12/21

Development Roundup November 2021

Keystone project moves aheadKeystone Community Services’ planned new and expand food shelf facilities took a step ahead Oct. 20 as the St. Paul City Council approved an allocation of $902,255 … more

By JANE McCLURE | 11/12/21

B Line plan moves ahead

B Line bus rapid transit service is to start in 2024, providing a faster connection between St. Paul’s Union Depot and Uptown Minneapolis. The $65 million project’s final corridor and … more

By JANE McCLURE | 11/12/21

Frog Food November 2021

Z Akhmetova | 11/12/21

St. Paul City School officially breaks ground with Mayor Melvin Carter and Ms. Ritter’s 5th grade class on its new building at 215 University Ave. (Photo submitted)

St. Paul City School building at 215 University Ave.

After years of being in three separate buildings, St. Paul City School District is constructing a new facility. The school celebrated with an official groundbreaking at University Ave. and Marion St. … more

11/12/21

Show up, make A difference

“”~ “The truth is, you are either here to enlighten or to discourage.”~ Prince Hello Monitor readers,We are making it through another incredible and unpredictable year … more

By Melvin Giles peacebubbles@q.com | 11/12/21

Love Letters for the Midway

In the autumn season nearing winter, I don’t often think about planting or new beauty popping up in yards. Yet, here at the Hamline Midway Coalition (HMC), trees are being rooted in yards and a … more

By SARAH o’BRIEN director@hamlinemidway.org | 11/12/21

The Como girls soccer team celebrating with the Mayor’s Cup after receiving it from St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter on Friday, Oct. 8, 2021. (Photo by Wil Galvez)

UNFORGETTABLE DREAM COME TRUE

On Friday, Oct. 8, 2021, the Minnesota United Football Club (MNUFC) hosted the first high school matches ever played at Allianz Field – the sixth annual Mayor’s Cup trophy games between … more

By ERIK ERICKSON | 10/17/21

A pair of MiMS runners compete in the full 26.2-mile Twin Cities marathon on Oct. 3. (Photo by Margie O’Loughlin)

Power of running

When Mishka Vertin moved from New York City to Minneapolis in 2014, she hit the ground running. Trained as a social worker, she took a job at Mill City Running while looking for a job in her field. … more

By MARGIE O’LOUGHLIN | 10/17/21