Our brain grows every time we make a mistake. Really, it's science . In that case, the world should be filled with geniuses at every turn.
So why does it feel like we're surrounded by a …
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By Eric Ortiz
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5/15/24
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IS THERE A RIFT BETWEEN THE MINNEAPOLIS REGIONAL RETIREES COUNCIL (AFL-CIO) AND ALL ELDERS UNITED FOR JUSTICE?
“Building power through unity: All Elders United for Justice aims to bring …
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By Donald L. Hammen
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5/15/24
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When was the last time you reflected on your personal and our community values? Values are principles we care about that guide our behavior. Aligning our personal and community values with our …
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By Michele Rae
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5/15/24
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Valerie Blomberg is the new Wedge Neighborhood Coordinator. She moved to Lowry Hill East (the Wedge) in 2019. She started volunteering with LHENA soon after, supporting the neighborhood potlucks that …
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By Valerie Blomberg
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5/15/24
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For the West Maka Ska Neighborhood’s third Neighborhood Talk, we are thrilled to host Kate Beane, PH.D! Join us on May 23 from 5-7 p.m. at the Bakken Museum (3537 Zenith Ave. S) as …
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By Dylan Ohm
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5/15/24
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A proposal to create a statewide recycling program financed by paper and packaging producers is included in the House & Senate Environment Omnibus bills (HF 3911/ SF 3887). However, unless there …
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5/6/24
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It's hard to get a consensus on anything in the United States these days. But one issue unites the whole country.
According to " The State of Kids and Families in America 2024 ," a report from …
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By Eric Ortiz
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4/17/24
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So far in 2024, I have been showing up for more meetings and events in-person or via Zoom. In person showing up has been enabled by three factors. 1) The mild winter weather enabling me to be out and …
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By Donald L. Hammen
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4/17/24
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You’ve heard, I’m sure, about the court ruling and the decision by the National Association of Realtors:
Buyer’s agents will no longer receive a “standardized” 2.7% …
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By Larry LaVercombe
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4/17/24
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Mexico City is 2,106 miles from Minneapolis. But you don't have to travel that far to experience authentic Latino culture. The Mercado Central , or Central Market, is a few minutes from any …
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By Eric Ortiz
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3/26/24
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Dear Reader, you have continued to tell me your Medicare stories via tesha@tmcpub.com .
A Southwest Connector reader, Judy M., has written to tell me her Medicare Advantage story and her …
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By Donald L. Hammen
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3/20/24
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Spending time in nature helps reduce stress. There are many scientific studies that have found it can help lower blood pressure, anxiety, and evoke a feeling of relaxation and positivity in us. …
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By Suzie Marty
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3/20/24
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There is so much to enjoy and experience through our small businesses here in Southwest Minneapolis. In fact, we’re home to more businesses than the Mall of America! With more than 600 …
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By Karen Binkowski
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3/20/24
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When you see your health care provider or have a question about your health, are you a great advocate for yourself and those you support in their well-being? Some of us were taught to believe that we …
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By Michele Rae
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3/20/24
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Todos tienen una voz, pero no todas las voces son escuchadas hoy. Este no es un problema nuevo.
Mis abuelos paternos, ambos mexicano-americanos de primera generación que crecieron en Los …
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Por Eric Ortiz
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2/14/24
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T he world has changed. Our education system has not. As a result, school is broken .
It's so bad that many kids don't go to school anymore. Chronic absenteeism was an issue before the pandemic. …
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By Eric Ortiz
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2/14/24
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So the guy says, “Government’s job is to build the roads. Our city built this ‘bold and transformational’ bike-friendly project, and they managed to forget you might need to a …
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By Larry LaVercombe
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2/14/24
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Being a small business owner has its good and bad days. In late December 2023, we got some tough news. Independent Delivery Service (IDS), a staple in the Twin Cities for 40 years, was shutting down …
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By Tesha M. Christensen
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1/24/24
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Welcome to the start of year three for Stories and Journeys. Welcome to the start of year eight of my retirement journey including Medicare plus supplement. Another reader has told me their take on …
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By Donald L. Hammen
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1/24/24
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Happy New Year. Welcome to 2024.
Are you happy to be here? Have you already started writing an inspiring 366-page book this leap year (one page for every day)? Or are you still recovering from …
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By Eric Ortiz
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1/18/24
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