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Citywide drop-off on Sept. 16 The city partners with local district councils to organize annual citywide drop-off events for residents to properly dispose of large refuse items and … more

By Shevek McKee Executive director, district10@district10comopark.org | 9/15/23

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MAUREEN HARTMAN Saint Paul Mayor Melvin Carter has named Maureen Hartman as the next Director of the Saint Paul Public Library. Maureen joined the Library in 2017, serving as the Deputy Director … more

9/15/23

Elections: how they work

How do our elections work and why are they are fair and accurate? Skim this resource or dig into specific aspects/issues for a deeper dive. Go to Elections 411 more

9/13/23

Judicial candidates in Minnesota: What to know before you head to the polls

League of Women Voters MN does not invite judicial candidates to participate in the Vote411 Voter’s Guide due to the number of candidates across the state and associated administrative costs. … more

9/13/23

2023 Candidate forums

The following candidate forums are being held: • 1% Sales Tax Forum, Sept. 18, 6:30-8 p.m., online. The UPDC Committee on Land Use and Economic Development in partnership with the League of … more

9/13/23

Ward 4: Mitra Jalali files for second full term

Councilwoman Mitra Jalali proudly filed again to continue representing the neighborhoods of Merriam Park, Union Park, Raymond-University, Saint Anthony Park, Hamline-Midway, and parts of Como and … more

9/5/23

On the ballot 2023

In our readership are, the following are on the ballot for St. Paul City Council: Ward 1: Anika Bowie, anikabowie.com Yan Chen, www.chen4ward1.com Travis Helkamp James Lo, jameslo.org Lucky … more

8/31/23

Key election dates 2023

Aug. 1 First day to file affidavits of candidacy for cities and school districts without the potential of a primary. Aug. 15 Last day to … more

8/31/23

BE AN INFORMED VOTER – UNDERSTANDING RANKED-CHOICE VOTING

St. Paul employs ranked-choice voting in all municipal elections. Ranked-choice voting (RCV) is a method of voting where you can choose up to three candidates in the order of your preference. You are … more

8/31/23

Candidate announcements

TMC Publications CO. offers space for candidates to announce their candidacy with a free announcement and photo as a public service. We will also be printing a voter's guide in collaboration with the … more

8/31/23

The original hippodrome at the State Fairgrounds was built in 1906 to house livestock judging and horse shows. It also did wintertime duty as an ice rink.

Did you know about the old Hippodrome?

Eighty years ago, a center for year-round fun was repurposed for the World War II wartime effort. The original Minnesota State Fair Hippodrome and nearby structures that housed livestock at fair time … more

By Jane McClure | 8/11/23

Will ground break soon for United Villages?

Long-awaited redevelopment of the area around Allianz Field could get underway soon. Getting shovels in the ground requires several steps, which are under review by Hamline Midway Coalition and Union … more

By Jane McClure | 8/11/23

Joyful Riders Club and Slow Roll MSP bring people together to bike, learn about their environments, and gain confidence in their abilities.

Biking with purpose

Patrick Stephenson of Minneapolis peddled on his electric cargo bike from the Minnesota State Capitol, cheering as music blasted from DJ Eric on Saturday, June 17, 2023. The Joyful Riders Club was … more

By Talia McWright | 8/11/23

Como residents learn more about their neighborhood.

Uncovering racial covenants and neighborhood evolution through the Know your Como project

Como residents are dismantling racial covenants and preserving untold stories through Know Your Como, a transformative neighborhood history project. Thomas Frankson, a prominent figure in the … more

By Aamira Redd | 8/11/23

Mercedes Yarbrough moved to Rondo in 2021, and wrote her first two comic books in 2022, “Black to the Future” and “Black 2 the Future.”

The boundless ambition of Miss Mercedes

Mercedes Yarbrough, 33, also known as Miss Mercedes, is an educator, activist, comic book author, and proud resident of the historic Rondo neighborhood with a dream to inspire the next generation. … more

By Aamira Redd | 8/11/23

Members gather to chat about the Local Investment Opportunity Network (LION).

LION plants seeds

Community is the key word for Transition Town All St. Anthony Park (TTASAP) and Local Investment Opportunity Network (LION). TTASAP is a neighborhood volunteer group in St. Anthony Park, focused … more

By Jan Willms | 8/11/23

Cheniqua Johnson files in Ward 7

Cheniqua Johnson files in Ward 7 Cheniqua Johnson, DFL-endorsed candidate for Saint Paul City Council in Ward 7, filed to run for office alongside a historic slate of progressive, women of … more

8/11/23

A road trip through America’s Deep South

One car, three teachers, seven days, 10 states, and 2,850 miles. In late July, we journeyed through the Deep South as curious learners with goals of connecting places with the content of our courses. … more

By Eric Erickson, Social studies teacher | 8/11/23

Street project sticker shock felt

Potential assessments for mill and overlay work through St. Paul are prompting objections from residents, including those who live in part of St. Anthony Park. More than a dozen people … more

By Jane McClure | 8/11/23

One of the key fundamentals of the Miyawaki Method is the creation of dense, multi-layered native forests. These dense, native “forests” can be planted by kids and adults in the small spaces around where people live and work, and bring down temperatures.

On Boundaries and mini forests

“We have to deal with breaking down the barriers, so our children can live in a better society and justice can be restored in our community.” - Dr. Delores Henderson … more

By Melvin Giles, peacebubbles@q.com | 8/11/23