Community Voices ⎸ Advance planning is one of the greatest gifts my dad ever gave me
“My brother and I didn’t have to wonder what Dad wanted: He told us himself, and we carried out his wishes,” writes Jen Zettel-Vandenhouten.
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How LGBTQ+ Minnesotans navigate end-of-life plans
The leader of OutFront Minnesota shares insights about end-of-life planning in the LGBTQ+ community.
Cinwaanka warka : La kulan Dr Bashiir, oo ah dhaqtarka furay Xaruntii ugu horeysay ee uu leeyahay qof Somali ah.
Dhaqtar Bashiir Macalim wuxuu furay Xarunta Caafimaadka Ee Xayat Clinic Sanadkii 2024. Si uu ugu adeego Bulshadda Soomaalidda Ee ku dhaqan Bartamaha Minnesota. waxay ahayd caqab in uu furo xarun u gaar ah. Balse Dhaqtar Bashiir wuxuu ogaaday in ay tahay shaqo mudnaan leh.
Meet Dr. Bashir: He opened St. Cloud’s first Somali-run clinic
Dr. Bashir Moallin opened Hayat Clinic in 2024 to serve the Somali community in central Minnesota. It was a challenge to start his own practice, but Dr. Moallin said he finds the work rewarding.
Project Optimist wins 3 Minnesota journalism awards
The Minnesota Society of Professional Journalists announced award recipients on Thursday, June 26.
‘We have always existed with fire’
Education about the history and role of controlled burns in northeast Minnesota is key, officials say.
Brainerd students, residents build belonging with stories
Project Optimist partners with The Sowing Room and Central Lakes College on a belonging dialogue.
Community Voices ⎸ Journalism is for everyone
We believe communities are stronger when people know how journalism works and participate in making journalism however they’re able.
Wildfire walk-and-talk set for May 31
Project Optimist and Hartley Nature Center will host the free event.