News | Midway Como Frogtown Monitor

Wendell O Ward, a first time gardener, was “wowed” by his harvest. (Photo submitted)

Wendell O Ward (a longtime Frogtowner known to his fans as “WOW”) is generally a happy guy. But this year a little patch of dirt, just about 40 feet square, has made him even happier. … more

By Patricia Ohmans, Frogtown Green | 9/15/23

Could a new duplex, triplex or fourplex be coming to your neighborhood?

Ways to add housing density throughout St. Paul, without dramatically changing community character, are goals for zoning amendments going to the St. Paul City Council for a … more

By Jane McClure | 9/15/23

Seasonal skate park at Dayton’s Bluff Rec Center

A seasonal skate park has been open at Dayton’s Bluff Rec Center (800 Conway St.). It opened in May with a celebration by community partners and Dayton’s Bluff Elementary School students … more

9/15/23

What’s going on in the city

“We will never betray those who marched for us, fought for us, lived for us, died for us. We are the children and grandchildren of their struggles, and we will be worthy of their … more

By Melvin Giles, peacebubbles@q.com | 9/15/23

Congratulations to PPGJ 2023 Dr. King writing competition winners: (left to right) Soliana Ruva Emmanuel, Celicia Young, and Deborah Adedigba. (Photo submitted)

Living the dream with hope and purpose

Aug. 28, 2023, marked the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom. On Aug. 28, 1963, thousands gathered to lift their voices for justice. They envisioned a society where the … more

By Dr. Artika Tyner, dr.artikatyner@gmail.com | 9/15/23

Como’s Marine Corps JROTC cadets at their Summer Leadership Camp in South Dakota.

Summer highlights, fall preview

Summer break came and went quickly! Hundreds of students stayed connected to Como through unique experiences ranging from educational trips out of state to athletic team trainings on campus. Some … more

By Eric Erickson, Social studies teacher | 9/15/23

Tara Perron/Tanagidan To Win (in this photo), Marlena Myles, and Katie Jo Bendickson/Wóokiye Win will read excerpts from their children's books on Sept. 23 at Bde Psin.

Dakota children authors read excerpts

Dakota children's book authors and illustrators at Bde Psín (Lake Hiawatha, 701 E. 44th St., Minneapolis, 55406) on Sept. 23 from 9:30-11:30a.m. outside the recreation center. Reading … more

9/15/23

Election 2023

Omar Syed files in Ward 1 Omar Syed, candidate for Saint Paul City Council in Ward 1, is bringing his lifelong leadership experience to represent his neighbors and community as a city council member. … more

9/15/23

Clean up, Recycle

Citywide drop-off on Sept. 16 The city partners with local district councils to organize annual citywide drop-off events for residents to properly dispose of large refuse items and … more

By Shevek McKee Executive director, district10@district10comopark.org | 9/15/23

People

MAUREEN HARTMAN Saint Paul Mayor Melvin Carter has named Maureen Hartman as the next Director of the Saint Paul Public Library. Maureen joined the Library in 2017, serving as the Deputy Director … more

9/15/23

Elections: how they work

How do our elections work and why are they are fair and accurate? Skim this resource or dig into specific aspects/issues for a deeper dive. Go to Elections 411 more

9/13/23

Judicial candidates in Minnesota: What to know before you head to the polls

League of Women Voters MN does not invite judicial candidates to participate in the Vote411 Voter’s Guide due to the number of candidates across the state and associated administrative costs. … more

9/13/23

2023 Candidate forums

The following candidate forums are being held: • 1% Sales Tax Forum, Sept. 18, 6:30-8 p.m., online. The UPDC Committee on Land Use and Economic Development in partnership with the League of … more

9/13/23

Ward 4: Mitra Jalali files for second full term

Councilwoman Mitra Jalali proudly filed again to continue representing the neighborhoods of Merriam Park, Union Park, Raymond-University, Saint Anthony Park, Hamline-Midway, and parts of Como and … more

9/5/23

On the ballot 2023

In our readership are, the following are on the ballot for St. Paul City Council: Ward 1: Anika Bowie, anikabowie.com Yan Chen, www.chen4ward1.com Travis Helkamp James Lo, jameslo.org Lucky … more

8/31/23

Key election dates 2023

Aug. 1 First day to file affidavits of candidacy for cities and school districts without the potential of a primary. Aug. 15 Last day to … more

8/31/23

BE AN INFORMED VOTER – UNDERSTANDING RANKED-CHOICE VOTING

St. Paul employs ranked-choice voting in all municipal elections. Ranked-choice voting (RCV) is a method of voting where you can choose up to three candidates in the order of your preference. You are … more

8/31/23

Candidate announcements

TMC Publications CO. offers space for candidates to announce their candidacy with a free announcement and photo as a public service. We will also be printing a voter's guide in collaboration with the … more

8/31/23

The original hippodrome at the State Fairgrounds was built in 1906 to house livestock judging and horse shows. It also did wintertime duty as an ice rink.

Did you know about the old Hippodrome?

Eighty years ago, a center for year-round fun was repurposed for the World War II wartime effort. The original Minnesota State Fair Hippodrome and nearby structures that housed livestock at fair time … more

By Jane McClure | 8/11/23

Will ground break soon for United Villages?

Long-awaited redevelopment of the area around Allianz Field could get underway soon. Getting shovels in the ground requires several steps, which are under review by Hamline Midway Coalition and Union … more

By Jane McClure | 8/11/23