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Karla Arredondo is NENA’s Community Organizer and oversees the food distribution, which takes place on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call or text 612.293.9683 to schedule an appointment at least 24 hours before you plan to come; both English and Spanish are spoken. (Photo by Margie O’Loughlin)
NENA addresses diversity, equity and inclusion
If you are looking for a way to work on diversity, equity, and inclusion issues in the community, members of Nokomis East Neighborhood Association (NENA) have formed a new committee to do just that. … more
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We've got lots of ways for you to get involved
It is springtime and NENA offers many ways to get involved in your community. Find more information at www.nokomis.org: • Run for a seat on NENA's Board of Directors - Run for a seat and join us … more
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The ice carousel on Lake Nokomis brought the community together outside. "It's a small gesture, but from my vantage point, it had a big impact on the local community," said Ben Younan, who designed it. (Photo by Mimi Schirber)
MAGIC ON THE ICE
In the darkest time of the year, an ice carousel brought magic to Lake Nokomis. Fashioned by Ben Younan with help from others, the ice carousel was located just beyond the Little Free Ice Rink on the … more
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Real estate broker and business owner Pat Rosaves pointed out that homes are selling rapidly, even fixer-uppers. Houses are selling within four days on the market wiith multiple offers. (Photo by Margie O’Loughlin)
Buying and selling a home in the time of COVID-19
While some people refer to the last 11 months as the Big Pause, it has been anything but that for real estate broker and business owner Mike Smith. He said, “I’ve been busy for the last … more
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South Minneapolis real estate agent Jay Anderson encourages people to consider using the COVID-19 addendum for a purchase agreement.
Q & A with Jay Anderson
Most sellers become buyers and it’s a pro/con market on either side, observed Jay Anderson, who has been selling in South Minneapolis since 1993. He is a broker/realtor with Coldwell Banker … 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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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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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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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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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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Emily Koski
Emily Koski launches run for Minneapolis City Council Ward 11
Emily Koski is running for Minneapolis City Council Ward 11. Ward 11 includes Diamond Lake, Hale, Keewaydin, Page, Northrup, Tangletown, Wenonah, Windom, and Field. Koski is a lifelong Minneapolis … more
Steve Brandt
Brandt seeks Board of Estimate and Taxation seat
Steve Brandt announces his candidacy for one of two citizen seats on the Minneapolis Board of Estimate and Taxation.He pledged to employ common sense and good judgment on the board that sets the … more
Melissa Gross holds the Nokomis East Business Association medallion near where she found it. She's been searching for medallions for 30 years, and is so excited that this dream came true in 2020. (Photo submitted by NEBA)
TREASURE HUNTERS
Finding a medallion is something Roosevelt High School graduate Melissa Gross has always wanted to do. On Friday, Dec. 11, she crossed it off her bucket list. Gross discovered the Nokomis East … more
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Tents are set up at various places in Minneapolis, including near a wooded park. Homelessness is prevalent throughout the state. According to Minnesota Homeless Coalition (MHC) Executive Director Rhonda Otteson, 80 out of 87 counties lack enough shelter beds. Half of the people experiencing homelessness are youth up to age 24. People of Color are 10 times more likely than their White counterparts to be homeless. (Photos by Terry Faust)
Minneapolis wrestles with homelessness
The combination of winter weather with its days of cold temperatures and shorter daylight hours, along with the isolation and fear caused by COVID-19, strikes a depressive chord within many. But if … more
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The Jennifer Clough and Mike McMahon family. Twelve-year-old Liam attends sixth grade at Sanford Middle School while 16-year-old Gwendolyn is a junior at South High.
Up close with local families
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL The Michael ‘Taz’ and Sakiko Nilan family has a global perspective on things as they’ve lived in both Japan (where Sakiko is front) and Minnesota (where Taz … more
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The Creative Enterprise Zone’s new executive director is Nokomis resident Angela Casselton. The 18 murals that now grace the mostly industrial spaces of the CEZ are a great way to experience art, especially during the pandemic when museums are closed. View the map of where they are located on the CEZ website at www.creativeenterprisezone.org. (Photo by Margie O’Loughlin)
Creative Enterprise Zone hires new executive director
Nokomis resident Angela Casselton was recently named executive director of the Creative Enterprise Zone (CEZ), a non-profit organization that attracts and supports creatives … more
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Mary Ghebremeskal
South High junior named school board student representative
The Minneapolis Board of Education has announced South High School junior Mary Ghebremeskal will serve as its next Student Representative. She replaces outgoing Student Representative Nathaniel … more
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