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The interior, including the historic wooden bar at the Turf Club (at right) has been restored following fire damage in May 2020. (Photo by Margie O’Loughlin)

The front door of the Turf Club (1601 University Ave. W.) was still covered in plywood in late June, but it is finally off. General manager Nathan Kranz, who manages the Turf Club as well as First … more

By MARGIE O’LOUGHLIN | 7/23/21

Marvin Roger Anderson is advocating for a Rondo Land Bridge.

Rondo receives trifection of good news from state, federal and Met Council

Twelve years after the initial idea to physically reconnect the Rondo neighborhood took root, three milestones were met in July at the state, federal and regional levels that improve the … more

7/23/21

“I’m staying for the community. I’m staying for the love of the people,” said Gloria Wong, owner of Sunrise Plaza and Century Plaza in the Midway. (Photo submitted)

Investing in Resiliency

If you thought the 350 or so Minneapolis and St. Paul small business owners on Lake Street and West Broadway in Minneapolis, and University Avenue in St. Paul’s Midway who watched their … more

7/23/21

Fire damaged part of the Midway Center structure in 2020.

Four sue after eviction from Midway Center

Customers have flocked to Peking Garden since spring, happy that the Midway Center mainstay has reopened at University and Western avenues. Owners the Lau family were pleased to find a new location. … more

By JANE McCLURE | 7/23/21

Community members officially cut the ribbon to open Midway Peace Park on June 15, 2021.

Students, residents at Skyline Tower made their vision happen

Located in the Midway Area, Midway Peace Park (416 N Griggs St.) is the newest completed component of the city of Saint Paul’s vision to create vibrant outdoor gathering spaces that strengthen … more

7/23/21

Miriam Friesen (pictured left) and Trudy Dunham (pictured right), co-creators of Replant Minnehaha Trees. (Photo by Margie O’Loughlin)

Replant Minnehaha Avenue Trees

Trudy Dunham and Miriam Friesen are on a mission: they want to replace the nearly 100 ash trees removed from the Hamline Midway neighborhood faster than city officials are proposing. Last month, the … more

By MARGIE O’LOUGHLIN | 7/23/21

2021 CHROMA ZONE MIDSUMMER ‘HAPPENING’ EVENT

Discover the people, places, and murals near Raymond and University avenues at a free, outdoor event on July 24. This family-friendly midsummer “happening” will celebrate the 2021 Chroma … more

By MARGIE O’LOUGHLIN | 7/23/21

St. Paul artist Suyao Tian will have a solo exhibit on July 22 at the Hallberg Center for Arts (5521 East Viking Blvd., Wyoming).

Briefs July 2021

Artist to exhibit at Hallberg Center St. Paul artist Suyao Tian will have a solo exhibit on July 22 at the Hallberg Center for Arts (5521 East Viking Blvd., Wyoming). The opening reception from 4-8 … more

7/23/21

Plan It July 2021

Grooving in Garden returns Como Park Zoo & Conservatory’s free concert series, “Groovin’ In The Garden,” returns featuring some of the Twin Cities’ finest musicians, … more

7/23/21

Section of street designated Philando Castile Memorial Ave.

The section of Larpenteur Avenue where Philando Castile was killed by a St. Anthony police officer just five years ago has been renamed. Signs marking Philando Castile Memorial Avenue were placed … more

7/23/21

International Institute of Minnesota Expansion Groundbreaking Ceremony..©2021 Bruce Kluckhohn.#612-929-6010.bruce@brucekphoto.com

International Institute of Minnesota expands Como Ave. headquarters

The International Institute of Minnesota is expanding its headquarters building at 1694 Como Ave. The expanded facility is part of a $12.5 million project that will allow the organization to increase … more

7/23/21

Frogtown author Kathryn Nuernberger, who teaches creative writing at the University of Minnesota, has written a book that examines how the use of medicines and potions meant to heal were instead attributed to the power of evil, and the healers then accused of being “witches.” The book is titled, “The Witch of Eye.” (Photo submitted)

Women of mystery, power and honesty focus of ‘The Witch of Eye’

Hags, crones, cunning women and witches – terms that have been used throughout the ages to describe women of power, of honesty and mystery. Frogtown author Kathryn Nuernberger, who teaches … more

By JAN WILLMS | 7/23/21

Dreaming of better days

“Dreams and expectations are two very different things. Dreams call for a leap of faith, trusting that Spirit is holding the net, so that you can continue in the re-creation of the world with … more

By Melvin Giles peacebubbles@q.com | 7/23/21

Citizens comment on future of Hamline Midway Library during CIB hearing

St. Paul could spent $14.168 million in 2022-2023 on capital improvement projects if the city’s proposed Long-Range Capital Improvement Budget (CIB) wins mayoral and city council approval. … more

By JANE McCLURE | 7/23/21

St. Paul wrestles with rental ordinance, rent control

Rent control on ballot? The fate of a proposed November ballot question on rent stabilization or rent control is now in the hands of Ramsey County elections officials. Members of the Housing Equity … more

By JANE McCLURE St. Paul’s S.A.F.E. ordinance and its tenant protections were repealed on a 4-3 city council vote June 23. Council members have said they’ll start work immediately on a new tenants’ protection ordinance. That doesn’t mollify some h | 7/23/21

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Reparations committee formed The St. Paul City Council June 16 appointed its Reparations Legislative Advisory Committee. In January, the city Council issued an apology for its role in institutional … more

By JANE McCLURE | 7/23/21

Sophia Moore, Alex Le, Jesiah Mason, and Kimberly Sanchez-Mendez (left to righ) qualified for the JROTC Leadership & Academic Bowl Championship in Washington D.C.

JROTC Academic Team heading to championships

The JROTC Academic Team composed of Jesiah Mason, Sophia Moore, Kimberly Sanchez-Mendez, and team captain Alex Le is heading to Washington, D.C. to compete in the JROTC Leadership & Academic Bowl … more

By Eric Erickson Social studies teacher | 7/23/21

Mt. Airy Boys and Girls Club renovation complete

A five-month renovation project of the Mt. Airy Boys & Girls Club was completed on June 14. The construction – undertaken in partnership with Minnesota United and Target and led by … more

7/23/21

School supply drive July 26-Aug. 1

Teachers dedicated to serving students in under-resourced schools often purchase much-needed supplies for children out of their own pocket. Join us in supporting these educators and students by … more

7/21/21

SIMPLY LIFE June 2021

Raymond is on his way home and is using public transportation on June 1, 2021. Raymond shares, “I think about all the killings and everything that is going on in Minneapolis which is … more

Vanna Contreras, intern | 6/9/21