Asian Minnesotans experience high incomes and high poverty
Sep 25, 2023 · The poverty rate in 2022 among Asian residents—11.8 percent—is higher than the state average of 9.6 percent, while the annual median income for Asian households topped all racial categories in Minnesota at more than $93,000. That left …
Who’s been charged in the Feeding Our Future fraud investigation?
Sep 20, 2022 · The following individuals are named in the indictment United States v. Aimee Marie Bock, et al. indictment. Aimee Marie Bock, 41, Apple Valley, founder and executive director of Feeding Our Future. Abdikerm Abdelahi Eidleh, 39, Burnsville, employee of Feeding Our Future. Salim Ahmed Said, 33, of Plymouth, owner and operator of Safari Restaurant.
What was Walz’s responsibility in the Feeding Our Future fraud?
Sep 16, 2024 · We took the step of stopping payments.”. Walz also referenced a 2020 court case where Feeding Our Future challenged MDE after the state agency delayed applications from nonprofits that wanted to participate in the food-aid program. MDE eventually paused payments to Feeding Our Future in early 2021, finding the nonprofit “seriously deficient
Minnesota autism summit helps Somali parents find support
Sep 9, 2024 · The inaugural Maangaar Summit in Bloomington brought together Somali parents, professionals, and service providers, all united by a single mission: to address the challenges faced by families with autistic children within their community. Maangaar, or “unique mind”, is a Somali term for autism. It’s an urgent issue in Minnesota, where 1 ...
New book brings Somali music to the classroom
Nov 27, 2023 · In her music classroom, Becca Buck opened a brown paper envelope. “Here we go!” she said. “Our baby!”. Buck and her co-author Qorsho Hassan, who met as teachers at Gideon Pond, were about to hold their new book— The Rhythm of Somalia: A Collection of Songs, Stories, and Traditions— for the first time. “OMG,” Qorsho exclaimed, as ...
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Oct 17, 2024 · A popular dance, and music scene, unifies Somalis in Minnesota–and beyond. by Amina Isir Musa October 18, 2023.
For Haitian Minnesotans, campaign claims spark stress, resolve
Oct 7, 2024 · For Haitian Minnesotans, false claims targeting community are a familiar playbook. More than 4,000 Haitians live in Minnesota, many under temporary protected status. Many say rhetoric targeting immigrants in Ohio and Pennsylvania adds to their stress and uncertainty. by Elza Goffaux October 7, 2024 Updated October 9, 2024.
Cala Farm preserves tradition by growing flowers that honor the …
Oct 13, 2022 · Cala Farm preserves tradition by growing flowers that honor the dead. Rodrigo Cala’s greenhouse at Cala Farm will bloom 1,000 cempasuchil that will adorn altars in homes, businesses, and the state capital on Día de los Muertos. Rodrigo Cala, 47, owner of Cala Farm (upper right), poses with his children Diane Cala (top), 19, Eduardo Cala ...
Live: Minnesota primary results 2024, US House and Senate races
Aug 13, 2024 · More by Cynthia Tu. Live updates and maps on the 2024 Minnesota primary election results, including Ilhan Omar vs. Don Samuels in the 5th Congressional District.
Here's what you need to know about voting early in Minnesota
Sep 20, 2024 · To vote early by mail, request an absentee ballot from the Minnesota Secretary of State’s office. It’s now possible to get on a list to automatically get an absentee ballot in each election. Some voters who live in mail-only precincts will automatically get a ballot. A person who isn’t registered to vote, a separate application for ...