CRACKED WALNUT POETRY FESTIVAL: Before I Lie (Voices Cracked Open), a program presented as part of the Cracked Walnut “Expressions!” series, features an evening of spoken-word and poetic voices that will not be silenced. Featuring Jess Human, Ayolanda Evans, James … Continued
Last May, a study came out suggesting that merely giving people money doesn’t do much to lift them out of poverty. Families with at least one child received $333 a month. They had more money to spend, which is a … Continued
Looking for a mentor: Zach (Kids ‘n Kinship) Kids ‘n Kinship provides friendships and positive role models to children and youth ages 5-16 who are in need of an additional supportive relationship with an adult. Here’s one of the youth … Continued
Today is Sunday, Sept. 7, the 250th day of 2025. There are 115 days left in the year. Today in history: On Sept. 7, 1986, Bishop Desmond Tutu was installed as the first Black clergyman to lead the Anglican Church … Continued
The newly minted Grand Casino Arena in downtown St. Paul hosted its first live event Saturday night when about 12,000 fans showed up to see country star Jason Aldean. Somehow, it was Aldean’s first arena show in the metro since … Continued
Natisha Hiedeman continues to play her best basketball of the season at the right time. Coming off the bench, Hiedeman tied a career-high with 24 points, including a career-high-tying six 3-pointers, leading the Lynx to a 78-72 win Saturday at … Continued