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For some, serving youth makes life worthwhile

December 8, 2016 by MSR News Online

​ By Charles Hallman Staff Writer MSR prep sports columnist and longtime educator Dr. Mitchell McDonald was among six individuals receiving half-time recognition at the Nov. 29 Como Park-Minneapolis North girls’ basketball game at Como Park. McDonald, Como Park High School Principal Theresa Neal, Jo Ann Clark, Neda Kellogg, Nikki McComb and Mike Tate were honored for their … [Read more...]

St. Paul Mayor Coleman says three terms enough

December 8, 2016 by MSR News Online

He reflects on achievements in human rights, diversity By Charles Hallman Staff Writer It’s time for someone else to occupy “the corner office” in city hall, says St. Paul Mayor Chris Coleman, who announced last week that he will not seek a fourth term in 2017. Prior to his December 1 announcement, Coleman talked to the MSR in his office at City Hall. “I’ve been … [Read more...]

Artist says hip hop inspired his career

December 8, 2016 by MSR News Online

By Ivan B. Phifer Contributing Writer Everyone has a talent that they either are or are not aware of. However, there are few gifted individuals who have the ability to teach themselves certain skills, turn them into a hobby or craft, and transition their craft into a career. Juan Andre Reed, from Cleveland, Ohio, is a self-taught artist and head of Dre One Graphics … [Read more...]

Police/community meeting turns ugly

December 8, 2016 by MSR News Online

Law enforcement panel cut short as tensions rise ​ By Ivan B. Phifer Contributing Writer “We are tired of hearing a bunch of lies, and that’s all we are hearing,” said an emotional James Clark, the biological father of 24-year-old Jamar Clark, who died November 15 last year at the hands of Minneapolis police. This was one of many sentiments expressed at the law … [Read more...]

A cherished history — recalling MN Black baseball players

November 23, 2016 by MSR News Online

By Charles Hallman Staff Writer As the weather slowly turns wintry, the hot stove heats up. This is the phrase used to describe baseball talk during the off-season. This time the “stove” topic was about Black baseball players and their historic accomplishments. “Play By Play – Recalling Minnesotans and the Negro Baseball League” took place November 17 at the downtown … [Read more...]

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MSR Top 5: Kwanzaa, Kat Williams, Terence Blanchard, The Temptations & more!

MSR Top 5: Kwanzaa, Kat Williams, Terence Blanchard, The Temptations & more!

A snapshot of events around town   Kat Williams Live Veteran stand-up comedian and actor, rapper live in concert Dec. 31 | 8-11 pm Target Center 600 1st Ave. N., Mpls. More info: www.targetcenter.com/events/detail/katt-williams The Temptations The Temptations have been a driving force in popular music for more than 50 years – See them perform […]

Denzel and Viola co-star in adaptation of Pulitzer prize-winning play

Denzel and Viola co-star in adaptation of Pulitzer prize-winning play

Back in 1987, Fences won both the Pulitzer Prize for Drama and the Tony Award for Best Play. The August Wilson classic, set in the Pittsburgh in the ’50s, chronicled the day-to-day struggle of a blue collar, African American family. The production was brought back to Broadway in 2010, and it landed the Tony for […]

FILM REVIEW: “Almost Christmas”

FILM REVIEW: “Almost Christmas”

  By Dwight Brown Contributing Writer Watching this humorous film is like getting a funny greeting card that makes you laugh as it warms your heart. This ode to the joy and angst people feel as their family reconvenes for the certain chaos, gluttony and joy during Christmas is a nice way to start the […]

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