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Collaborating together on the "Inside Senior Living" docu-series are (left to right): Steve Ash, Upper-Midwest Emmy Award winning videographer and editor; Melissa Fritz, creator and host; Nina Fredrickson, PBS North production manager; and Bill Cooper, executive producer and director. (Photo submitted)
‘Inside Senior Living’ docu-series explores aging
In an exciting development for the local television landscape, “Inside Senior Living,” a groundbreaking docu-series, has announced its partnership with PBS North. The series, set to … more
Longtime Frogtown residents Chris Stevens (left) and Patrica Ohmans co-organize Frogtown Green, a group working to make Frogtown the greenest and most sustainable neighborhood in St Paul. They grow crops, plant trees, promote parks, share information, and celebrate Frogtown. Ohmans has lived in Frogtown for 42 years and Stevens for 21 years.
Planting trees, growing community
This past semester, I worked as an intern with Frogtown Green, a neighborhood organization I’d never heard of before September. I’m a Bethel University senior, majoring in English and … more
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The eight-unit apartment building at 625 Sherburne Ave. will be converted into six dwelling units with added parking, green space and garden space for residents. Units will be earmarked for households at 30 percent median income, and transition to home ownership.
Rising costs affect Sherburne Collective affordable housing project
A long-awaited Frogtown redevelopment project is awaiting final action from the St. Paul City Council. The council, by administrative order, is to designate up to $949,500 in federal Community … more
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Holly Menninger
Tidbits - December 2023
NEW DIRECTOR AT BELL MUSEUM The College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences (CFANS) at the University of Minnesota is pleased to announce Holly Menninger as the new executive … more
Events - December 2023
HEAR Ray Barnard DEC. 7 The Keystone Musical Heritage Series continues with a performance by Ray Barnard and his fine band Thursday, Dec. 7 from 6:30-7:45 p.m. at the West 7th Community Center, … more
Como’s Marine Corps JROTC gathered in downtown St. Paul for the annual Marines Birthday Ball and picked up a prestigious award. (Photo submitted)
Top MCJROTC program in Western Region
Como Park High School, in conjunction with the St. Paul Public Schools and funding from the federal government, initiated the Marine Corps JROTC program 28 years ago. Since 1995, thousands of Como … more
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Shevek McKee
Happy New Year from D10 council
Thanks to everyone who participated in our work in the Como Neighborhood in 2023. By the numbers, D10 published 52 Friday Newsletters in 2023, held 57 hybrid monthly board and committee meetings with … more
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Siobhan George
New owner of Rince Na Chroi Irish Dancers
Siobhan George is the new owner and director of the Saint Paul-based Rince na Chroi Irish Dancers (312 Hamline Ave. N). George had served as the school’s interim director since February after … more
Homeowners may see tax break in 2024
When 2024 “truth in taxation” notices start hitting mailboxes Nov. 11 and 24, St. Paul home owners could see a break. That’s even if their values increase. Property tax shifts and … more
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Innovative 3DE Program launches
A new high school program brings professionals from high-demand industries into the classroom for project-based learning and case studies. Called 3DE by Junior Achievement, all ninth-grade students … more
Judge Kristi Stanislowski
Domestic abuse victim jailed
During Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a Minnesota judge ordered a victim to jail for not forcing her daughter to see her father. Dani* was ordered to serve 30 days in jail on Oct. 2, 2023 or … more
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Arnée Martin credits the guranteed income program for giving her more confidence to pursue her art.
Guaranteed income for artists
Arnée Martin wanted 100 rejections.  “The worst they can say is no,” Martin said.  As an artist applying for grants and scholarships, the TikTok trend of … more
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Over 70 cast members perform in "Acceptance, Kindness, Support" at the Cowles Center as part of a production by the South Asian Arts & Theater House.
Acceptance, kindness and support
With a whirlwind of color, choreography and music, the South Asian Arts & Theater House (SAATH) brought the stage to life with a recent performance at the Cowles Center (528 Hennepin Ave.) to … more
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Minnesota Retailers Association President Bruce Nustad (second from left) and St. Paul Public Works Director Sean Kershaw speak at the Midway Area Chamber of Commerce luncheon on Oct. 18 about how the proposed 1 percent tax increase might affect the business community.
Which streets on docket, which ones waiting
St. Paul’s five-year streets plan for 2024-2028 has some mixed news for those who walk, bike and drive in the city. While some area projects are penciled in, others continue to face delays. … more
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Playground, sculpture coming soon to Allianz Field site
Neighbors may see dirt flying near Allianz Field soon, if work isn’t underway already this fall. Construction of a new all-abilities playground and sculpture park at the southeast corner of … more
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Food Scraps: Not Just Garbage Any More!
On a recent afternoon, Megan Maiers marched into Our Village, a community garden near her Frogtown home. In her hands was a small container filled with ordinary, leftover food scraps. … more
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Melvin Giles
The global ethic: A lesson to practice
“Your children need your presence more than your presents.” Jesse Jackson   “Let us imagine care of the soul, then, as an application of poetics to everyday … more
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Tidbits
SPPS SUPERINTENDENT HONORED The Minnesota Association of School Administrators (MASA) has named Dr. Joe Gothard, Superintendent of Saint Paul Public Schools (SPPS), the 2024 Minnesota … more
Events - November 2023
CRANKSGIVING NOV. 18 Cranksgiving is a food drive where folks ride bicycles from store to store and purchase items to donate to a local food program. Participants on Saturday, Nov. 18 can choose … more
The Como volleyball reached the Section 4AAA Championship. The team is pictured with their second place trophy in front of their loyal supporters.
Volleyball makes section final
A talented and dedicated senior class led the Cougars to the Section 4AAA Final for a second consecutive season. While the Cougars lost the championship match, the back-to-back section runner-up … more
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