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“Here’s to the next 48 years,” said South Lyndale Liquor owner Dan Campo as his two children, the future of the family-owned business, cut the ribbon at their new 35,000-square-foot building at 5516 South Lyndale Ave. on Oct. 4, 2023. Left to right: Kate, Roman (age 9), Sydney (age 15) and Dan Campo.

South Lyndale is home for Dan Campo. Born at Colfax and 33rd, he’s running the business his parents, Joe and Maryann started in 1975. On Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2023, that family business, South … more

By Tesha M. Christensen | 10/19/23

As the city prepares to tear down the old Kmart building, it considers how to reconnect Nicollet Ave. Over 500 residents attended an open house on Oct. 10, and 1,200 people responded to a survey by Oct. 12.

What do people think?

The long process of reopening Nicollet Ave. at Lake St. took another step forward this month. City planners released design concepts for the public areas planned for the 10-acre site where a surface … more

By Cam Gordon | 10/19/23

All graphs in this column were drawn from data in the area highlighted in pink.

Local real estate market in three graphs

Interest rates were 3% in August of 2021; today, it’s hard to find a rate below 7%. To a lot of people, that is the whole story. The thinking goes like this: … more

By Larry LaVercombe | 10/19/23

Voter Guide 2023

WARD 7 Vying for this position are Katie Cashman, Kenneth Foxworth and Scott Graham. KATIE CASHMAN www.katieforcouncil.org Please introduce yourself. … more

10/19/23

Local business representatives learn more about the Southwest Business Association on Sept. 19, during the annual meeting held at the Center for Performing Arts.

So, what is the Southwest Business Association?

The Southwest Business Association (SWBA) has a long history of serving our small business community and the community at large. We started with two neighborhoods in 2006 and now represent all nine … more

By Karen Binkowski | 10/19/23

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.

Sleep: A cornerstone of good health

There are only four things that are essential to keep our bodies alive. We need oxygen so we can breathe, water so we are hydrated, food so we are nourished, and sleep so we can function. Sleep plays … more

By Michele Rae | 10/19/23

Business briefs - October 19, 2023

GIA COMING TO ARMATAGE Lisa Wengler is working to open a new restaurant in Armatage next to Pizzaria Lola at 5555 Xerses Ave. Gia will include a full-service restaurant model. “We plan to be a … more

10/19/23

Trippy Triptych opens Nov. 3

Marc Berg and Thalia Kostman, and the rest of the artists in their company Phantom Chorus Theatre (PCT), debut their latest show “Trippy Triptych, Vol I: Blacklight”. This is the first … more

10/19/23

Lyndale Park Rose Garden Project

Informational meetings and opportunities to provide feedback on the Lyndale Park Rose Garden improvements are set for Oct. 23 and 25, with a third date to be scheduled, at the Lyndale Farmstead … more

10/19/23

City briefs - October 19, 2023

Fall street sweeping The city began fall street cleaning on Oct 17. “No Parking” signs should be posted at least 24 hours before a street is cleaned. Anyone who parks on the … more

Briefs compiled by Cam Gordon | 10/19/23

Neighborhood news - October 19, 2023

Taco Tour On Lake Street Oct. 21 The Latino Economic Development Center (LEDC) is bringing back Taco Tour on Lake Street, an annual tradition since 1999. It will be on Saturday, Oct. 21 from 11 … more

10/19/23

Nature play

“At Lake Harriet Lower Elementary, we believe that learning extends beyond the classroom walls,” said Lake Harriet Lower Elementary Principal Angie Ness. “Our new outdoor learning … more

10/5/23

(Left to right) Kim Millard, Chara Blanch, Ward 2 Council member Robin Wonsley, Stacey Gurian-Sherman, Michelle Gross of Communities United Against Police Brutality, Dave Bicking and Ward 5 Council member Jeremiah Ellison.

Will new police contract include citizen-driven changes?

The long-awaited and public negotiations between the city of Minneapolis and the Police Officers Federation of Minneapolis formally began on Sept. 6, 2023. Three sets of contract amendments have been … more

By Cam Gordon | 10/5/23

The Theodore Wirth Park wildflower garden offers cooling areas to combat urban heat islands.

Urban forests could help mitigate extreme heat

As one of the hottest summers on record in Minnesota – and the United States – recently came to a close, a new study has shed some light on a way for urban communities like Minneapolis to … more

By Allie Johnson | 10/5/23

Christy Johnson of United Goods does minimalistic, graphic prints in small sizes. (Photos submitted)

Inside the head of minimalist State icon artist

Christy Johnson, founder & CEO of United Goods started working as a graphic designer and artist in 2003 in Minneapolis. A life-long creative, she’s loved to draw since she was a kid. Over … more

By Suzie Marty | 10/5/23

Local author publishes horror book

David Greske and Black Bedsheet Books is proud to announce the release of Greske’s latest work, “Road Trip And Other Highway Horrors.” Greske resides near Lake Bde Maka Ska with his … more

10/5/23

Business briefs

TRIO TURNS FIVE In 2016, Louis Hunter was one of the protesters who was wrongfully accused of violence at a protest against police brutality. He was facing 20 years in prison if convicted and it took … more

10/5/23

Neighborhood news - October 5, 2023

SERIES ON PLANNING FOR END OF LIFE Diamond Lake Lutheran Church (5760 Portland Ave. S.) is hosting a series titled: Spoiler Alert – We All Die in the End: Resources for Being Ready on … more

10/5/23

Thi Synavone works as the executive director at Standpoint. (Photo submitted)

FROM THEIR STANDPOINT

Thi Synavone came to the U.S. in 1979 as a Laotian refugee. After living in many states, her family settled in Minnesota in 1988. Synavone said that growing up, domestic and sexual violence was never … more

By Talia Mcwright | 9/28/23

Hennepin county's budget and tax levy

Hennepin County proposed tax Increase On Sept. 12, David Hough, the Hennepin County Administrator, proposed a 2024 budget of $2.64 billion to the Hennepin County Board with a net property tax levy of … more

9/28/23