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Danny Olson of Weber Shandwick provided examples of and tips for writing good text and visual prompts when using generative AI during a Midway Chamber lunch on Oct. 16.
Meeting the AI moment
“There’s going to be a huge impact on media and the culture based on Generative AI,” said Danny Olson during a Midway Area Chamber of Commerce luncheon on Oct. 16, 2024. He’s … more
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The Como boys cross country team earned the Section 4AA championship trophy. That victory qualified them for the state meet where they finished fourth.
Cross country boys finish 4th in state
The Cougar boys produced the most successful season in program history, punctuated by a fourth-place finish in the state meet on Nov. 2, 2024. The team qualified for state by winning the Section 4AA … more
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Taste of the Midway
The Midway Area Chamber of Commerce brought back Taste of the Midway on Oct. 31, 2024 at the Arc Minnesota. Above Ginkgo Coffeehouse owner Kathy Sundberg passes around cupcakes that are part of their … more
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AFFINITY PLUS: pay it forward
On Monday, Oct. 14, Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union staff members (left to right) Bryce Paulson, Molly Priddy, Paige Comer, and Jade Ptacek spent the day volunteering with the Sanneh Foundation … more
Xiem Busch-Vuong, the outreach coordinator and Americorps member serving at Frogtown Green, helped develop the Neighbor Night program. “I hope with these meetings, we can meet and develop community leaders, learn to trust and rely on each other, and find strength and pride in being Frogtowners,” Xiem said.
Frogtown Green kicks off neighbor Night
November has arrived! Temps have fallen. The 2024 presidential election has concluded. Please don’t mind the rash of autumn lovers, like myself, prowling city streets, relishing sounds, smells, … more
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Michael Udo operates the West African grocery and restaurant with his wife Margaret. They have three children: Michelle, Michael and Monique, and a seven-month-old grandchild, Elilah Reese. “I want to thank everyone of you here,” said Mike Udo during the grand opening. “It has been a long journey.” They had initially hoped to open at the new location one year ago in September 2023 but were delayed. “Mike always wanted to own a business,” said his cousin Dr. Nse Ntukidem.“He has been relentless in that.”
Udo’s African Market grand opening
On Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, the Udo family officially opened their new location at 755 Snelling Ave N. Formerly located at the corner of Pascal and University, Udo’s African Grocery & … more
Man who killed three at homeless encampment in Minneapolis arrested during shootout at Snelling and University
Two people were shot and killed at a homeless encampment near 44th and Hiawatha in Minneapolis on Sunday, Oct. 27, 2024. The shooter, Earl Bennett, 40, was  arrested after waving a gun near the … more
A sign on the window at Midway Books at the corner of Snelling and University says, “St. Paul gives millions of tax dollars for stadiums and statues, but nothing to help the Snelling-Midway neighborhood!”
Town hall Oct. 17 addresses Midway safety issues
Want to weigh in on issues in Hamline-Midway and beyond? Hamline Midway Coalition (HMC) hosts a town hall meeting 6- 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17 at Hamline University’s Bush Ballroom. 1537 Hewitt … more
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Stephen Klimek
Whose job is it to build a great place?
“Place is the most important unit of change in the world,” according to Stephen Klimek, the new executive director of Towerside Innovation District. The district straddles two cities and … more
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Cara White, Jason Kruger, Rachael Dosen and Geoffrey Brown of Fearless Comedy perform in “Monsters of the Mississippi” on Friday, Sept. 27 at Crosby Farm, one of two sets of actors alternating in the evening shows.
Fearless Comedy centers show on Mississippi River
This year’s Murder on the Mississippi shows by Fearless Comedy Productions connect the audience to the river in a new way. “Our show takes them right up next to the river and through the … more
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Catch-up housing values bringing higher taxes
Home owners in Monitor area neighborhoods, like their counterparts throughout St. Paul, will see increases in property values and property taxes in 2025. The Joint Property Tax Advisory Committee, a … more
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Legacy of Kathy and Dick Dumas continues with donation to Como Park High School
On Sept. 13 2024, the Kathy and Dick Dumas Tennis Courts were officially renamed. Construction of eight brand-new tennis courts at Como Park High School was completed in late August thanks to a … more
Como students and staff gather for the Homecoming Parade on Saturday, Sept. 28.
An unusual homecoming, awards for JROTC and Peterson
Spirit week festivities The first month of the 2024-2025 academic year at Como concluded with Spirit Week and Homecoming activities. September is a busy time of transition back into the daily … more
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Events - Oct 2024
PLAY ABOUT CAREGIVERS RUNS OCT. 18-NOV. 3 Wonderlust Productions premieres a new play about caregiving: “Thank You for Holding: The Caregiver Play Project,” performing Oct. 18 - Nov. 3 at … more
Jason Elyea-Wheeler
Our new environmental initiative: Midway to the Mississippi
From heavy rainfall to drought conditions, the chaotic seasonal changes are here, and now more than ever we must do what we can to protect our vital watershed. The Hamline Midway Coalition has … more
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Monitor in a Minute
Assessments win city OK Assessments for the Allianz Field “superblock” won St. Paul City Council approval Sept. 18, in another step toward area redevelopment. No one appeared at a council … more
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Business - Oct 2024
CRANKSGIVING COMING NOV. 23 Mr. Michael Recycles Bicycles is sponsoring Cranksgiving 2024 St. Paul on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024 beginning at noon. This is a food drive where folks ride bicycles to … more
Woodworker Bill Dossett (left) and Joe Hayes look over a set of windows being restored. According to Dossett, the dust collection system in the new building is an upgrade that has made a big difference for staff. Plus there's a room just for planing.
Hayes Window expands into new location, offers storm windows
Lost your storm windows over the years? Have windows you can’t open anymore because they were painted shut? Does the glass rattle in the wind? These problems don’t mean that you need to … more
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LWVSP hosts candidate forums
As Minnesota voters gear up for the upcoming election, the League of Women Voters St. Paul (LWVSP) is proud to announce its 2024 candidate forum schedule. For over a hundred years, the League has … more
Lyngblomsten residents (left and middle) Lynn and Gary McDonald admire Rob McHattie’s flower arrangement. The St. Paul gardener makes sure there are always fresh roses at the Lyngblomsten front desk.
Stop and smell the roses Rob McHattie grows
Rob McHattie tries to have as many people as possible stop and smell the roses that he grows.  The St. Paul gardener has raised tea roses for many years, and he shares the blooms with … more
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