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
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
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
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
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...]