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Founder and executive director Keno Evol said, “We recognize at Black Table Arts that art is fun, art is joyful, and it keeps our imaginations alive in the work of community organizing.” (Photo by Margie O’Loughlin)
Doors open at Black Table Arts
Black Table Arts (BTA) is a new cooperative for Black artists in the heart of south Minneapolis. The shared, creative work-space, performance space, community gathering area, and book store is, in … more
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Rod Johnson and Kathy Hollander love their Chevy Bolt. The charging unit plugs into a standard 110 volt wall outlet, and then the charging plug fits into a port on the outside of the car. Using the ChargePoint app, users can monitor the Bolt's charging progress while away from the car. The Bolt can go about 240 miles on a full charge. (Photos by Terry Faust)
Driving all electric in South Minneapolis
During the two years that Rod Johnson and his wife, Kathy Hollander, have owned their all-electric Chevy Bolt they have been able to cross routine auto maintenance off their “to do” list. … more
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Kathryn Spotts (at left) said, “The Buy Nothing Project went through a giant equity overhaul this summer. It’s been hard to diversify our groups, because our groups reflect our neighborhoods and our neighborhoods are largely segregated in Minneapolis. I am very aware of how privileged I am when I go up to somebody’s porch to take something that has been set out for me. Nobody challenges me, because I’m white.” (Photo by Margie O’Loughlin)
BUY NOTHING PROJECT
When South Minneapolis resident Kathryn Spotts first heard about the Buy Nothing Project in 2017, she learned there were only two groups operating in the Twin Cities: one in St. Paul’s Highland … more
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Sassy Spoon (5011 S. 34th Ave.) owner Tamara Brown is grateful for her loyal customer base that comes from around the Twin Cities area for the gluten-free menu.
NEBA member restaurants held together by community during COVID-19
“We’re coming out of it strong,” proclaims eternal optimist Jon Rud who with his wife and business partner, Nancy Rud, has owned and operated Berry Sweet Kitchen at 54th Street and … more
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MPRB committee moves golf course master plan forward, 3-2 vote
The golf course will remain at Hiawatha Golf Course, but it will likely shift from 18-holes to 9-holes.After a contentious six-year planning process, the Minneapolis Parks and Recreation Board … more
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The Minnehaha Post Office (55406) was damaged in the uprising after the May 2020 murder of George Floyd.
Minnehaha Post office to stay at 3022 27th Ave.
The United States Postal Service (USPS) has made the decision to rebuild the Minnehaha Post Office in South Minneapolis in the same location, 3033 27th Ave S., Minneapolis, MN 55406, as it has been … more
It has been a busy start to 2021
First, a little bragging from 2020. NENA supported 97 homeowners, property owners, and 11 businesses with over $130,000 in grants and loans. In addition, we brought in more than half a million … more
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It’s all hands on deck as artists and volunteers hoist the new metal fist onto its base in George Floyd Square. Artist Jordan Powell Karis is in green (Photo by Jill Boogren)
Raising a fist for BLACK POWER
On Jan. 18, community members at George Floyd Square honored the late Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by raising a fist. Literally. A little after noon, Jordan Powell Karis, with a team of artists … more
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Executive director Tom Coleman with Winston, a service dog-in-training. (Photo by Margie O’Loughlin)
Local non-profit trains service dogs for vets and kids
Anyone who has ever owned a dog knows that training one is hard work. Most of us are satisfied with the basics – but Tom and Julie Coleman, co-founders of Pawsitivity Service Dogs in St. Paul, … more
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Library services are limited at Hennepin County Libraries, but they are open to visits. East Lake Library Supervisor Sarah Connolly answers questions and helps folks find materials. (Photo by Tesha M. Christensen)
East Lake Library reopens
The East Lake Library has reopened. The library had been closed since fires and unrest tore through the neighborhood during the last week of May 2020. Prior to that, the library had only been open … more
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STABLE HOMES, STABLE SCHOOLS
When a child does not know where he or she is going to sleep at night, studying for that math test loses its importance. Having a roof over one’s head becomes more of a priority than acing the … more
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Nokomis Tattoo owner Mike Welch (left) is joined by Ward 11 Council member Jeremy Schroeder, Nokomis Surplus owner Raul Morales, and Grande Sunrise Restaurant owners Javier (front) and Roberto Grande to launch the bilingual Little Free Library on Jan. 20, 2021. (Photo by Tesha M. Christensen)
Free bilingual books
Get a book in Spanish or English at the Little Free Library in front of Nokomis Tattoo (4933 S. 34th Ave.). It is now bilingual.Through an informal partnership with other local business owners, … more
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Nearly 1,000 people assembled at the Holiday gas station at 36th and Cedar Ave. on Jan. 3, 2021 to protest the fatal shooting by police of Dolal Idd there on Dec. 30, 2020. Demonstrators marched to E. Lake St. then back on Bloomington Ave., demanding justice and transparency. (Photo by Jill Boogren)
Community seeks answers, transparency in Dolal Idd killing
Local residents and civil rights advocates are demanding answers and transparency after the fatal shooting by police of Dolal Idd at the Holiday gas station at 36th St. and Cedar Ave. on Dec. 30, … more
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South Minneapolis homeowner Kelly Muellman installed solar panels on her garage in 2018, as a member of an earlier group of Twin Cities Solar United Neighbors. She said, "Being part of a co-op was great. Our neighbor group reviewed several bids from installers together, and chose the one we thought had the best reputation, warranty, and price." (Photo by Margie O’Loughlin)
Neighbors go solar together
For home and business owners in the Twin Cities metro area who have been considering installing solar panels, there are two affordable reasons to go solar now. Solar United Neighbors is a national … more
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ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE IN ACTION
As more people see the need to not just talk about environmental justice and racism but to do something about it, support is growing for the East Phillips Urban Indoor Farm.During a virtual press … more
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The Minnehaha Post Office building was demolished on Dec. 10, 2020 after it was destroyed by fire six months earlier in the civil uprising after George Floyd's death.
Post office update
Minnehaha station may be moved By TESHA M. CHRISTENSENThe Minnehaha Post Office may not be returning to 3033 27th Ave. S.The building was destroyed by fire along with the majority of the block … more
Local pharmacist and Longfellow resident Joel Albers is working on a five-part Virtual Community Tour of the George Floyd Uprising. The films can be viewed by Googling his name on Youtube, followed by “George Floyd Uprising.”
Documenting past to inform future
Longfellow resident Joel Albers is compiling a Virtual Community Tour of the George Floyd Uprising that rocked the world last May. The first two installments can be watched on YouTube, along with a … more
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Northeast Minneapolis artwork on display at airport
Travelers spending time at Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport will enjoy viewing art by hundreds of Northeast Minneapolis Arts District-based artists. Part of the Airport … more
LEGENDARY AL MIGROM
The whirlwind life of legendary film enthusiast, professor, writer, photographer, filmmaker, and founder of the University Film Society ended Dec. 20, 2021 when Al Milgrom, 98, succumbed to a … more
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State of Neighborhood planned
2021 is shaping up to be another eventful year with the COVID-19 pandemic, economic distress, widespread food insecurity, and organizing against oppressive systems in our City. Come hear from NENA, … more
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