Opinion | Midway Como Frogtown Monitor

Through the years, I have heard the excitement from people when they talk about their organization’s new website. Well…now I understand why! The Midway Chamber of Commerce has built a … more

By CHAD KULAS, Midway Chamber of Commerce Executive Director chad@midwaychamber.com | 10/17/21

Vote for Jim Vue

Hi neighbors. On Nov. 2, St. Paul voters will vote to fill four seats on the St. Paul school board. Three of those seats are for a 4-year term and one seat is for a 2-year term. I’m writing to … more

10/17/21

We already have a mental health crisis system — time to build on it

There is a lot of discussion across the state — and the country — about how to help people experiencing a mental health crisis. There is general consensus — even among police … more

By Sue Abderholden namihelps@namimn.org | 10/17/21

Juneteenth: Writing for Social Change

Writing is a powerful tool for planting seeds of social change. Throughout history, writers have shined a light on injustice and unleashed their moral imagination in creating a brighter future. … more

By Dr. ARtika Tyner, dr.artikatyner@gmail.com | 10/17/21

Art by Sarajea “Star” Martin

10/17/21

Be a Leader: PPGJLI 5th Annual Community Celebration

Youth can make a difference in the world. They can lift their voice for justice and build a vision for the future of the betterment of society. Planting People Growing Justice Leadership Institute … more

By Dr. Artika Tyner, dr.artikatyner@gmail.com | 9/16/21

Cutting Ribbon

Fall is upon us. The leaves change, the days get shorter, and the weather cools. But in and around the Midway this year, we are also excited at the number of openings and re-openings. The past year … more

By CHAD KULAS, Midway Chamber of Commerce Executive Director chad@midwaychamber.com | 9/16/21

Why I’m voting yes for rent stabilization

Like all parents, I wanted better for my children. When I was growing up, I was always the new kid. Because of my dad’s job, my family had moved seven times across five different states by the … more

By CARRIE POMEROY | 9/16/21

Why is everyone sharing their pronouns?

Perhaps you’ve been noticing in the past year or so that email signatures, introductions, and name tags more frequently include both a person’s name and their pronouns - most commonly … more

By Amy Pass | 9/16/21

You’re lucky to have option of vaccine

MY CAUTIONARY TALE: It was August 1954 in St. Paul, Minn., and it was hot, very hot. My friend’s mom felt sorry for us hot, sweaty kids and offered to take us to a wading pool to cool off. How … more

9/16/21

Move forward on climate action

With the latest report from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, the world has again received another stark warning. Act now to reduce emissions or plan for an uninhabitable planet and … more

By THOMAS LUCY | 9/16/21

We’re so glad you’re connecting with us, your community

You’re smart.You’re curious.You’re interested in your community.And you’re reading the Midway Como Frogtown Monitor.We’re so glad you are.We did our first ever … more

By TESHA M. CHRISTENSEN, Owner & Editor Tesha@MonitorSaintPaul.com | 8/12/21

What a wealth of information in Monitor

I just completed reading the recent edition of the Monitor. What a wealth of positive information about our neighborhood! Would there be more like it. I live at Cornelia House at Episcopal Homes and … more

8/12/21

It’s not fair: Dealing with the Delta Variant

Have you ever watched a movie where it seems like its coming to the end of the story- everything is working out perfectly – but you realize there’s 45 minutes left so you know it … more

By CHAD KULAS, Midway Chamber of Commerce Executive Director chad@midwaychamber.com | 8/12/21

Sidewalk poetry weaves together multicultural communities

Writers play a key role in fostering community engagement and building cultural bridges. Throughout history, writers have served as the architects of the future. Their artistry has been used to build … more

By Dr. Artika Tyner, dr.artikatyner@gmail.com | 8/12/21

Time to reform how jailhouse informants are used in criminal cases

The Minnesota Board of Pardons commuted Myon Burrell’s sentence for the 2002 murder of sixth-grader Tyesha Edwards and attempted murder of Timothy Oliver. In arriving at their decision, the … more

By Mike Hansen and John Kingrey | 8/12/21

Jules Porter, the founder of Seraph 7 studios, adds diverse books to a Read in Color Little Free Library and shares about their Youth STEAM program. Learn more at seraph7studios.com. (Photo submitted)

Read in Color: summer reading challenge

Summer reading can help to foster academic success and promote community building. Our nonprofit, Planting People Growing Justice Leadership Institute, is excited to announce our partnership with … more

By Dr. Artika Tyner, dr.artikatyner@gmail.com | 7/23/21

Finding a job

If you’ve talked to anyone in a position to hire staff over the past few months, you’ve probably heard the complaint that it is very hard to find anyone. For a combination of reasons, … more

By CHAD KULAS, Midway Chamber of Commerce Executive Director chad@midwaychamber.com | 7/23/21

Stand with Native communities and demand stop to Line 3

Over the last month, we have watched in horror as the unmarked graves of murdered Native American children have been discovered at former boarding school sites. With each discovery we are reminded of … more

By TOM LUCY, Como Park resident | 7/23/21

Why do we ignore ‘smoke’ and health risks from idling cars?

I had occasion recently to go to United Hospital in Saint Paul for a minor medical procedure. Entering the “tobacco-free campus,” I passed three cars and one truck parked right by the … more

By Christopher Tyndall Como Park resident | 7/23/21