Recognizing community kindness
As part of my monthly article of “community kindness,” I want to call out people that provide care for the sick and/or elderly. This vocation may be a paid …
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Blue Thumb Resilient Yards
Beautify your landscape while planting for clean water and pollinator habitat. Registration for Blue Thumb spring workshops is open! Blue Thumb workshops are …
Job Corps prepares students for high-demand, quality jobs
In response to emerging workforce needs in high-demand industries across the nation, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Job Corps program offers free training …
Henry High news briefs, stories in the making
Henry High School will now be officially called Camden High School beginning April 1, 2024. Registration for incoming 9th graders to Camden High will be held …
A parent of five Henry High Alumni views investments in their education and careers
Tou Pao Lee and his wife Ka settled in North Minneapolis following their journey from Laos and through other states of the U.S. They have five children that …
Summer youth activities at Minneapolis Parks
Registration is now open for all Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) summer youth activities! Go to the MPRB Online Registration Page to browse …
Penn School helped in national and community endeavors
William Penn School was built and opened in 1907 at 3620 Penn Ave N. It was named for William Penn (b1644-d1718) Quaker leader, advocate of religious freedom …
Plant hardiness has moved up
In November 2023, the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) issued an updated plant hardiness zone map — the first one since 2012. While some regions in …
Signs of the changing season
Written by Bronwyn Earthman, Naturalist Educator Spring has arrived in North Mississippi Regional Park, and much earlier this year than is typical. While we …
A Spring lineup blooms at the Capri
Capri Glee!, the Gala, and More! Written by Mike Mullen Brace yourself for a lousy day. On April 15 the Capri has no events scheduled — and what’s …