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Pre-construction work on Franklin Avenue begins this fall
Hennepin County, in coordination with the City of Minneapolis, is making it safer and easier to travel on Franking Avenue (County Road 5) in South Minneapolis. In the weeks ahead, our … more
Cedar Lake Parkway and Burnham Road in Minneapolis are open.
Cedar Lake Parkway now open
The Cedar Lake Parkway and the access to Burnham Road in Minneapoilis have reopened to all traffic. Earlier this week, the upgraded pedestrian crossing warning system and chip-seal treatment was … more
Jesse Brodd (left) and Chris Mozena pose outside the iconic Hook and Ladder building, formerly M.F.D. Station 21. As they celebrate their 10th year, they have launched a campaign to raise funds to support the Longfellow venue.
Hook and Ladder raising funds for 10th birthday
The Hook & Ladder Theater located in the historic Firehouse #21 at 3010 Minnehaha Ave makes dreams come true, according to Jesse Brodd, marketing director and talent buyer. He and Chris Mozena … more
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Running for the Board of Estimation and Taxation are Steve Brandt (pictured), Bob Fine and Eric Harris Bernstein.
Board of Estimate and Taxation election is this year, too
This November, the voters of Minneapolis will elect two people to represent them on the city’s Board of Estimate and Taxation (BET) for the next four years. They will join the mayor, two city … more
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City staff clear the encampment near the Coliseum building on Sept. 16 following a shooting there.
Encampment shooting sparks safety concerns
The plight of the homeless is front and center in Minneapolis. For the past couple months, an encampment on East Lake Street has been at the center of disputes, court hearings and potential lawsuits. … more
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Lena Olive Smith (1885-1919)
City Briefs - Oct 2025
Democracy Center at LAKE & MINNEHAHA On Sept. 22, the city released detailed design plans for a new city facility that will be developed at 3000 Minnehaha Ave. by adding a new two-story addition … more
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Letters - Oct 2025
TIME FOR NEW WARD 9 CITY COUNCIL MEMBER Before I begin, I want to acknowledge a worry: that our words may sound cold or uncaring. That is not our heart. This perspective comes from 23 neighbors who … more
Sketch artist visits Elder Voices group
Aug. 29 A sketch artist shows up at Elder Voices (Telling Our Stories/Sharing Our Journeys). Her name is Anita White. She wants to sketch us as we meet. We agree. There are six of us at today’s … more
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This Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) by Castle Building and Remodeling features light walls, dark cabinets and natural light from well-placed windows. Through a partnership with Minneapolis Garage Builders, the two companies have created ADU Building Minneapolis to streamline ADU construction.
ADUs offer multi-generational living
An Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) can provide flexible and affordable housing options. They can be used to keep aging family members close, but in their own space. Or, the homeowner can downsize and … more
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Friend Paula Marty joined Joyce Smith and her daughter, Angela Smith, outside Faith Evangelical Lutheran Church. The church is celebrating its 100th year. The congregation first started in 1926 at 56th St. and 34th (shown at lower right) and was called the Morris Lutheran Churh; the building is now home to the American Legion Post 99. The church moved and changed its name in 1934. “We have a blind group that meets,” Smith said. “And we just added a grief group. There is a senior exercise group, and both NA and AA meetings are part of the services available.”
Faith Lutheran Church celebrates 100 years
There are many ways to measure 100 years in the life of a church. Faith Lutheran, 5440 East 51st St., will observe its 100th anniversary in January 2026, with a celebration set for Oct. 5 this year. … more
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Megan Stone is the new communication and community eengagement coordinator at NENA.
NENA welcomes new staff member Megan Stone
On Sept.15, 2025, Nokomis East Neighborhood Association was thrilled to welcome new staff member, Megan Stone. Megan will work as the organization’s Communication and Community Engagement … more
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Briefs - Oct 2025
THE VALIANCE OFFERS AFFORDABLE HOUSING Agate Housing + Services and Trellis Co. invite the community to celebrate the completed construction of The Valiance (2810 27th Ave. S), featuring 50 new … more
Canning has been a popular preservation method for generations. When proper procedures are followed, canning allows produce to be stored at room temperature for 1-2 years. Safe canning recipes can be found on University Extension websites or the Ball Canning website.
How to preserve the fall harvest
As fall arrives, our gardens here in Minneapolis are full of late-season bounty. Tomatoes ripen all at once, zucchini seems endless, and cucumbers pile up faster than you can eat them fresh. … more
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HYSELL RELEASES NEW EP OCT. 9
Longfellow-based songwriter Joe Hysell will celebrate the release of his new EP, "Still Gonna Try," with a hometown show at the Hook & Ladder’s Mission Room on Thursday, Oct. 9 at 7:30 p.m. … more
LBA asks mayor to address empty lots and drug crisis, create task force
Mayor Frey, On September 22, 2025, a mass shooting occurred at a homeless encampment in our neighborhood. This tragedy highlights the urgent need for action. Since 2020, Lake Street businesses … more
The path Mr. Momo took to Minnesota
Longfellow Business Association member Mr. Momo's started in Arizona, managed the COVID-19 shutdown and a kitchen fire, pivoted to farmer's markets, and moved to 2916 E. Lake Street.  … more
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Messenger article leads to volunteer work
"In 2012 I read the Messenger’ article about Bob Schmitt and Anita White’s call for League of Longfellow Artists volunteers. Ever since I have enjoyed and been humbled to help grow the … more
EPNI’s statement on receiving a rejection from the city of Minneapolis three months after sending an amended purchase offer for the Roof Depot site
On Sept. 10 at 11:05 a.m., almost three months after the East Phillips Neighborhood Institute (EPNI) provided the city of Minneapolis a $10.2 million offer for the Roof Depot site, EPNI received a … more
1st Ave S reconstruction project update
Over 2022-2023 Public Works conducted engagement on the reconstruction of 1st Ave. S from Lake St to Grant St in downtown. This 1.5 mile long corridor was advanced due to the poor pavement condition, … more
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