Winters can be frigid in Minnesota, but Karl Erickson, the woodworking program manager at Elpis Enterprises (2161 University Ave.) can find ways to make the cold weather both fun and a learning …
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By Jan Willms
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3/9/23
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St. Paul’s contract for organized garbage collection, serving 1-4 unit dwellings, expires Oct. 1. That may be months away. But in the scheme of city process, it is coming up fast.The St. Paul …
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By Jane McClure
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3/9/23
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St. Paul’s proposed sales tax could be directed to several West Midway streets that are in need of repair. But the tax, which is pending action from the 2023 Minnesota Legislature, has a long …
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by Jane McClure
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3/9/23
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Some time ago, after suffering the shocking and unexpected loss of my still young husband, Martijn, while we were living in Europe, I experienced what is called traumatic grief. In addition to a year …
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By Susan Schaefer
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3/9/23
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The Hamline Midway Library’s newly won spot on the National Register of Historic Places doesn’t guarantee its future. The building could still be demolished. But the decision, announced …
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By Jane McClure
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3/9/23
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On Jan. 29, 2023, 14 Minecraft players descended upon the Victoria Theater Arts Center for their Ice Palace Building Competition, as part of the St. Paul Winter Carnival, and two winners emerged …
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3/9/23
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Swimmers return to State Meet The success and depth of the Cougar boys’ swim team was evident in the pool and on the podium at the Section 4A Meet held on Feb. 24. Beyond the individual events, …
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By Eric Erickson, social studies teacher
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3/9/23
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On Feb.25, 2023, the Midway Chamber of Commerce held its Annual Celebration. The event is always a fun night and this year’s theme, “Music & The Midway,” meant it would …
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By Chad Kulas, Midway Chamber of Commerce Executive Director, chad@midwaychamber.com
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3/9/23
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“We all have angels guiding us… They look after us. They heal us, touch us, comfort us with invisible warm hands… What will bring their help? Asking. Giving thanks.” ~ Sophy …
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By Melvin Giles, peacebubbles@q.com
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3/9/23
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HMONG AMERICAN PLAY OPENS MARCH 31 Local Hmong American playwright and theater artist Katie Ka Vang returns to Theater Mu for the world premiere of her and Melissa Li’s musical, …
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3/9/23
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After more than 50 years with the Minnesota State Fair and 27 as CEO, Como resident Jerry Hammer will retire this spring. Stepping in as CEO will be Renee Alexander. Alexander has more than 20 years …
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3/9/23
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The Hmong Cultural Center celebrated its 30th anniversary in December at its new storefront museum (375 University Avenue West). The center has recently hired two new tour guides, Pa Kou Vang and Pa …
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3/9/23
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March is Minnesota FoodShare Month. Area food shelves are struggling to keep up with growing demand.Hamline Church United Methodist, 1514 Englewood Ave., is hosting a food drive for Keystone …
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3/9/23
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Let the Light Shine Through is a celebration and rededication of Hamline Church United Methodist’s sanctuary windows. The windows, which were central to the church’s successful National …
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3/9/23
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In December and January, we accepted nominations for the 2022 Como Neighborhood Honor Roll, our board members voted to select honorees among the nominations, and the winners were honored at a recent …
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By Shevek McKee, Executive director, district10@district10comopark.org
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3/9/23
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Businesses are struggling to find people to fill positions at all levels and departments with qualified staff who will be reliable and show up. “If you are an employer struggling to find …
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By Tesha M. Christensen
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3/9/23
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For their January volunteer project, Murray Middle School National Junior Honor Society students heard guest speakers from Street Works, a local organization that works with homeless youth. The …
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2/9/23
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• Chair Yoga (Thursday 10:30 a.m.) and Arthritis-Friendly Exercise (Tuesday and Thursday 1:30 p.m.) meet until March 9. Join any time, in-person and on Zoom.• Solo Seniors Resource Group - …
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By Laurel Collins, laurel@hmelders.org, 651-209-6542
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2/8/23
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The D10 Como Community Council would like to thank everyone who came out to our Feb. 4 Blizzard Breakfast at North Dale Rec Center. We couldn’t have done it without our partners at the Parks …
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By Shevek McKee, Executive director, district10@district10comopark.org
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2/8/23
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TMC Publication's three newspapers earned a total of 20 awards at this year's Better Newspaper Contest through the Minnesota Newspaper Association. Congrats to the winners! NEWS1) First Place, Sports …
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2/8/23
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