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Minnesota back in a drought
The weather here in Minneapolis has been extreme recently, and drought is something we’ve experienced every year. Although the 2024 drought was not as severe as previous years, rainfall … more
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At the Town Hall meeting, neighbor Marcia Howard reminds people who wish to return to normalcy that George Floyd Square is now a historic landmark, and “what was normal was Black folk dying in the middle of the street.”
Health before aesthetics
Neighbors packed the house at Belfry Community Space (3901 Chicago Ave.) on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024, for a Town Hall “In Defense of Black Lives.” The meeting was held in response to the … more
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Green Party Presidential Candidate Dr. Jill Stein spoke in Crystal and at the GPMN HQ at 4200 Cedar Avenue South in Minneapolis on Oct. 18. As someone who has come to the Green Party specifically because of the party’s support for Palestinian human rights,Wissam Balshe believes the Muslim community will be energized by Stein and the Green Party’s message of peace and a demand for an end to the genocide in Gaza. “This attracted me and many Muslim Americans to join the Green Party,” he said. “I believe this growing Green Muslim movement will continue past the election, especially with more Muslims joining the party leadership ranks at the national and local levels.” Dr. Stein is currently on the ballot in 38 states and running write-in campaigns in another eight states, plus DC, representing a total of 510 potential electoral votes, more than enough to secure the presidency. (Photo submitted)
City Briefs - Nov 2024
Interstate 94 The Minneapolis City Council has passed a resolution updating priorities for the Rethinking I-94 project. The resolution opposes any expansion of lanes and supports highway removal that … more
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Three killed during shooting at homeless encampment
Two people were shot and killed at a homeless encampment near 44th and Hiawatha on Sunday, Oct. 27. From Council Member Aurin Chowdhury: As many in the Ward 12 Community know and for those … more
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A call for harmony, solidarity, and renewed commitment to Planet Earth
On a rainy September evening, amidst the vibrant streets of Minneapolis, Rituparna Rana brought her latest dance performance, “Tarangini: The Elemental Flow,” to life as part of the … more
Paul Bauknight of the Center for Transformative Urban Design speaks on Sept. 24, one of the 3000 Minnehaha Coalition partners supporting redevelopment of the former 3rd precinct site "with a measure of care dramatically different than how we've addressed it, or any social issue, in South Minneapolis' past. ... The history and meaning of this site is too potent and important to dismiss." (Photo courtesy of Confluence Studio Instagram)
What should be at ‘gateway to Downtown Longfellow’?
Despite serious community concerns, Mayor Jacob Frey and the Minneapolis City Council appear to be moving forward with a plan to use the former 3rd precinct police station at Minnehaha Ave. and E … more
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Tidbits - Nov 2024
GOLD LINE TO LINK WOODBURY TO MINNEAPOLIS To enhance regional mobility, the METRO Gold Line, a bus rapid transit line opening in March 2025, will be extended to downtown Minneapolis in 2027. The Gold … more
Johnstons have run Steve's Tire & Auto since 1990s
Colin Johnston, owner of Steve’s Tire & Auto – with service centers at 54th Street and 34th Avenue as well as 46th Street and Nicollet Avenue – projects a warm, friendly, and … more
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Pianocycle founder Zero One is a music maker and mathematician, as well as a piano recycler. "Pianos often have high sentimental value. Even if your family piano can’t be played anymore, we ensure that it still leaves a legacy," said One.
Reuse, replay, or recycle your old acoustic piano
It’s one thing to cull outgrown or unused clothes from your closet, but what do you do with a piano that’s outlived its usefulness in your home? Pianocycle is a Public Benefit Corporation … more
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Photo Credit: Molly Miles, McKnight Foundation
2024 McKnight Distinguished Artist: Ricardo Levins Morales
The McKnight Foundation announces the selection of Ricardo Levins Morales as its 2024 Distinguished Artist, an award given annually since 1998. Theater maker Keila Anali Saucedo, who nominated Levins … more
Wadaag Commons bringing affordable three- and four-bedroom units
A groundbreaking event on Monday, July 1 marked the kickoff of a new 39-unit housing development that will include affordable, high-demand three- and four-bedroom units. Wadaag Commons (1900 E 22nd … more
SunBean Coffee aims to be a beacon of light
“When it’s dark, that’s when we shine. It’s like a little beacon,” said Fred DuBose, who opened SunBean coffee shop with his wife, Annie, eight months ago at 4553 S 34th … more
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Make a difference in community and connect with neighbors by shoveling
The LCC Shoveling Network helps connect volunteer shovelers with residents in need. Sure, we just had the hottest September weather on record by far, and with record warmth this October, it might be … more
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Events - Nov 2024
LUTEFISH DINNER NOV. 2 Minnehaha Communion Lutheran will hold its Annual Lutefisk & Meatball Dinner. on Saturday, Nov. 2. Food is served family style with mealtimes at 3, 4:30, and 6 p.m. Tickets … more
Participants at the fifth city visioning workshop on Sept. 24, 2024, review materials in a breakout room addressing reconstruction of the right of way at 38th St. and Chicago Ave., George Perry Floyd Square.
Tensions rise at city workshop amid calls for police reform
More than 100 people packed The Square event center (3737 Chicago Ave.) on Sept. 24, 2024, for the city of Minneapolis’ fifth and final visioning workshop for George Perry Floyd Square (GFS). … more
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SWBA Directory 2024-25
Lead artist Thomasina TopBear said, "Working on this project has been a great experience for all of us. We spray-painted straight through from Friday to Sunday without stopping. We had a few experienced folks from City Mischief Murals, and some community members who weren’t experienced at all." The murals transformed the Greenway Overpass/Railroad bridge on 36th Ave., and are rooted in the Longfellow/Seward neighborhoods.
Neighborhood bridge transformed
The Seward and Longfellow neighborhoods threw a one-of-a-kind party on Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024. Following a weekend long paint-a-thon, the second stage of a two-year project was unveiled in the late … more
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Left to right: Ward 1 Council Member and Council President Elliot Payne, Ward 9 Council Member Jason Chavez and Ward 2 Council Member Robin Wonsley are pushing for the adoption of the Safety Beyond Policing plan. (Photo submitted)
Council members call for adoption of Safety Beyond Policing plan
The Minneapolis city council has set the stage to approve a comprehensive Safety Beyond Policing Action Plan early next year that could drive change for years to come. The chair and vice chair of the … more
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Claudia Peppey is one of several volunteer servers. More servers and more soup makers are needed in the new location at Holy Trinity.
Food equals love
The first Monday in June, Soup for You! Café reopened in its new location in the basement of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church. To hear Chef Judah Nataf tell it, he and the volunteers were nervous … more
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Network at first annual LBA cornhole tournament
Join us for a fun night of cornhole, mingling, and also sign up for Longfellow Business Association membership at our 1st Annual Cornhole Tournament. This event will bring together local business … more
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