Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder

Highlighting Get Gorgeous Salon, a nominee for the Sister Spokesman Best of Black Businesses awards. A customer said, “They really understand what I want and make me look great every time.”
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Afro Deli & Grill received this praise during Best of Black Businesses voting: “Everything on their menu is absolutely delicious.”
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In North Minneapolis, Anything Helps offers food, showers, laundry, and a place to rest with no forms and no judgment. The peer led harm reduction center, founded by Executive Director Emanuel Roberts, meets people where they are.

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#AnythingHelps #MSRNews

Minneapolis North beat Pine Island 50 to 21 in the Class 3A state quarterfinals behind four passing TDs from Logan Lachermeier.
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Hope Venetta’s At Mama Feely’s Feet explores generational trauma, faith, and ancestral healing.
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Roseann Stewart of SOAR Stretch Therapy is redefining wellness in Minnesota with stretch-based care focused on mobility and long-term health.
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#MSRNews #MinnesotaBusiness

Activists demand “No More Stolen Lives” in the case of Allison Lussier and call for reform in how domestic violence cases involving Black and Indigenous women are handled in Minneapolis.
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#MSRNews #DomesticViolence

Sen. Bobby Joe Champion announces he’ll seek re-election in 2026, highlighting priorities in housing, jobs, education, public safety, and economic opportunity. As Minnesota’s first African American Senate President, he says the work must continue.

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#BobbyJoeChampion

With daily departures about every 10 minutes most of the day and buses serving enhanced stations along the way, the new METRO E Line is a faster, more reliable replacement for Route 6. From Edina to downtown Minneapolis to the UofM, the E Line means less stop, more go!

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Captain Asli Hassan Abade, Africa’s first female military pilot, was honored in Minnesota for her historic achievements and decades of inspiring young women in aviation.
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Professional Services first place: Ms. Dorothy Jean Barnes-Griswold of the Minnesota COPE Program.
“The COPE Program helps low-income and minority students with scholarships and professional development.”

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#BestOfBlackBusinesses #MinnesotaCOPEProgram #MSRNews

Jacob Frey kept his seat as Minneapolis mayor, but residents across the city express frustration over safety, housing and uneven recovery. Many say the city isn’t coming back for everyone.

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A federal appeals court upheld Home Depot’s ban on Black Lives Matter insignia, ruling the company acted lawfully in restricting political messages on employee uniforms.

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Operational habits can make or break your professional credibility.
When people aren’t trained & processes aren’t standardized, small mistakes turn into major liabilities.
This conversation breaks down how to strengthen your systems so your business & reputation stay intact. #StrengthAndStrategy

MIC DROP brought together artists and neighbors for a night of powerful performances and connection. 💛
As attendees covering the event, we witnessed some incredible talent and beautiful community moments.

Congratulations to Tasha Harris and Kobi Gregory of Kobi Co., first-place winners in Retail & Merchandise at the 2025 Best of Black Businesses Awards. Family-driven, community-focused, and committed to quality.

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#BestOfBlackBusinesses #SisterSpokesman

Black theater has always turned struggle into liberation. Voza Rivers traces 200 years of Black artistry in American theater and argues we must protect the cultural spaces where it thrives.

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“Everyone’s an Artist | Episode 1” invites artists, entrepreneurs & visionaries to connect November 11 at The Hennepin. Gallery, live performance, panel discussion + networking. $5 ticket.

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#EveryonesAnArtist #MSRNews

Nominations for MN Rising Professionals 35 Under 35 are open! Recognizing Minnesota’s young leaders driving change through innovation, integrity, and impact.

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“Compassion Is Out, Cruelty In”: Frances Murphy (Toni) Draper argues leadership must return to empathy as workers go unpaid and excess prevails.
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Congratulations to Hayat Mohamed of Hayat Beauty Salon, first-place Hair & Nails award recipient in the 2025 Best of Black Businesses Awards, recognized for creating a welcoming space that meets every family’s haircare needs.

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#BestOfBlackBusinesses #SisterSpokesman

“Blackout the System” calls for a week-long economic boycott from Nov. 25-Dec. 2 — skip big retailers, focus on Black-owned/local businesses, and challenge inequality.
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#BlackoutTheSystem #MSRNews

Mayor Frey and Sen. Fateh support converting Minneapolis Section 9 public housing to private-developer control, prompting concerns about displacement and deepening inequality.
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#PublicHousing #MSRNews

Episode 2 of the Strength & Strategy Series is dropping tomorrow

Tracey sits with Tommy McNeal (McNeal Management) and Octavia “Tav” Treadway (Something Great) to explore how strategic planning, market analysis, and clear goals turn vision into execution.

🕘 New episodes every Monday at 9AM

Congratulations to Kisha Triplett of Internal Beauties, first-place winner in Health & Wellness at the 2025 Best of Black Businesses Awards.

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#BestOfBlackBusinesses #SisterSpokesman

Families of Mariah Samuels and Allison Lussier say MPD failed to protect women of color from domestic violence and ignored repeated warnings.

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Meet the new Gophers MBB faces:
Jaylen Crocker-Johnson on the boards, scorer Chansey Willis Jr., and 6'10" Nehemiah Turner adding energy and size.

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Both Gopher basketball teams added new Black coaches this season, from Corey Green with Gopher WBB to new hires under Niko Medved on the men’s side.

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Best of Black Businesses 2025 Spotlight:
Lutunji’s Palate — recognized for excellence in Food & Drink.

“Amazing food, the BEST ingredients, and service that’s unmatched.”

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#BestOfBlackBusinesses #SupportBlackBusiness #MSRNews #LutunjisPalate

Wallace “Jack” Jackman, co-publisher of the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder, is remembered for his leadership, innovation and enduring commitment to community.

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