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Michele Rae, RPh, MA, NBC-HWC is the founder of The Center Within, LLC and author of “Living From the Center Within: Co-Creating Who You Are Becoming.” She provides holistic coaching designed to accelerate and support personal, professional, and organizational transformation.

Healthy relationships and a sense of belonging and connection contribute to our well-being. How do we improve our relationships and expand our circles of belonging to enhance our own lives and our … more

By Michele Rae | 3/17/22

Predictions for the local real estate market

In the March 3 Connector, I talked about becoming a realtor, and I’d planned this week to offer predictions on what to expect in local real estate over the next weeks, months, and even years. I … more

By Larry LaVercombe | 3/17/22

During the pandemic outside OLLI classes continued to be popular, which included a drumming circle. (Photo courtesy of OLLI)

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute is a health club for the aging brain

It is widely known that aging is accompanied by varying rates and degrees of cognitive decline. However, neuroscience research has revealed that by keeping physically, socially, and mentally active … more

By SUSAN SCHAEFER | 3/17/22

Can we handle the truth?

I was talking with my 80-something neighbor the other day while shoveling snow. He’s a veteran who was an engineer in the United States Army and is a wise man. Having lived in Uptown for over … more

By Eric Ortiz | 3/17/22

TMC Publications sales representative Denis Woulfe has worked on both the editorial and advertising sides of newspapers, and relishes the opportunity to work with area businesses on developing marketing plans and finding solutions to reaching their audience.

Still an intern after all these years

I often tell people that I came into my current work in community newspapers as the “Intern Who Never Left.” The statement usually draws a smile and perhaps a look of surprise since most … more

By Denis Woulfe | 3/17/22

THE TOKEN POC

I glanced around the room, hoping something would be different this time. Entering yet another door into yet another room. The same kind of room I was just in, funny enough. Crowded, chattery, even a … more

By Abha Karnick | 3/17/22

Carrier Lyle James has a strong connection to local news. “I find local papers provide information that is relevant to my life,” he said.

Meet our carriers, who come to your doorsteps

There is something to be said for having the news delivered to your doorstep; local, community-focused news that is happening in your neighborhood. And while the paper is also available online … more

By Bjorn Willms | 3/6/22

A young woman in Uptown Minneapolis. (Clarke Sanders/Unsplash)

Youth mental health holds key to the future

A growing percentage of youth in the United States live with major depression. According to Mental Health America, 15.08 percent of youth (age 12-17) experienced a major depressive episode in 2021, a … more

By Eric Ortiz | 3/6/22

Q&A with Kristi Abbott

Was there a defining moment when in your life when you knew you wanted to be an artist?Kristi Abbott: If you’ve ever met me, you’ll know that I talk with a funny accent. I was born in … more

By Suzie Marty | 3/6/22

How a filmmaker became a real estate agent

Thirty years ago, when I moved back to Minneapolis from Los Angeles, it was not only for family, but career-wise. It was to be a bigger fish in a smaller pond. I was a filmmaker, and at the time, … more

By Larry LaVercombe | 3/6/22

Let's build a better Minneapolis together

Ward 11 community – for those of you who I haven’t had the opportunity to connect with yet, I’d like to introduce myself. My name is Emily Koski, and I am your new council member. I … more

By Emily Koski emily.koski@minneapolismn.gov | 2/23/22

Donald L. Hammen is a longtime south Minneapolis resident, and serves on the All Elders United for Justice steering committee.

A new era of neighborhood/city relations

Imagine for a moment that you are a spiritual guide and poet. You share your Celtic heritage and love for your native landscape of west Ireland. Your name is John O'Donohue. Now back to reality. Into … more

By Donald L. Hammen | 2/23/22

HOW WE CAN HELP HEAL AND UPLIFT OUR COMMUNITY

When was the last time you were in Uptown? If it’s been a while, you might not recognize the place anymore. Uptown, downtown and other parts of Minneapolis look more like ghost towns than the … more

By Eric Ortiz | 2/17/22

Connie Osterbaan & Herman Milligan: Longtime residents of South Minneapolis, together 41 years

LIFELONG VALENTINES

With its mid-month Valentine’s Day holiday, February is synonymous with love. And countless couples seal their love by entering committed relationships, whether marriage or domestic … more

By SUSAN SCHAEFER | 2/17/22

Amir Locke: ‘When A Heart Stops’

The door was locked. It was always locked. He laid there, blinds down blocking the world around him Blocking a tiresome, exhausting world. They didn’t even knock. The door flew … more

By Abha Karnick | 2/17/22

Artika Tyner poses for a portrait in the skyway between Opus Hall and Terrence Murphy Hall in Minneapolis on August 2, 2014. These portraits were taken as part of a TEDx speaking event and conference at the University of St. Thomas.

Black History Month 365: Nine children’s books on celebrating culture and history

Black History Month provides an enriching learning opportunity for children, families, and the community. The month of February can serve as a catalyst that sparks a daily leadership challenge to … more

By Artika Tyner | 2/17/22

LIVING WELL IN STRESSFUL TIMES

What a time of transformation we are living in. It feels scary and exciting and overwhelming and brimming with new possibilities all at once. How are you navigating your stress? How are you … more

By Michele Rae | 2/17/22

SPOTIFY, NEIL AND WHAT HAPPENS NEXT

Many of you are following this story, but for those who aren’t: A few weeks ago, the venerable and beloved rock icon Neil Young left Spotify in protest of COVID-19 disinformation promoted by … more

By Larry LaVercombe | 2/17/22

ITS TAX SEASON AGAIN:

Most of us are familiar with income tax season, as tax returns are due by the 15th of April each year. However, for people who own a house or other real estate, there is another tax that becomes … more

By John Wilson | 2/17/22

What does ‘unbiased’ really mean?

What does it mean to be impartial? Unbiased? Credible?Is a juror unable to be impartial if they have family or personal experience with police brutality?Or, does having experience with something give … more

By Tesha M. Christensen | 2/3/22