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The Lyndale Neighborhood Association leans on dedicated volunteers to assist immigrants and refugees in their education
January 17, 2024
We appreciate reader feedback and strive to publish the vast majority of what we receive.
January 17, 2024
Seniors knit scarves for students at Ella Baker Elementary School.
January 17, 2024
The Art Shanty Projects are delaying their opening date to Jan. 27.
January 16, 2024
Where to eat after 10 p.m. in Southwest Minneapolis, map included.
January 16, 2024
A new Neighborhood Revitalization Program Policy Board with more organization representation may impact funding decisions in the future.
January 15, 2024
Mortenson Properties and Greater Minnesota Housing Fund could support affordable housing component, which is a "big need" in the Lyndale neighborhood.
January 11, 2024
Sutherland said there’s a chance that his food will return to Uptown Ties in the spring
January 11, 2024
After electing council leadership, supporters of a Middle East ceasefire resolution shouted at Councilmember Palmisano as she spoke.
January 9, 2024
Owner Michael Misewicz fixes lamps, and sells lampshades, new and handcrafted lamps at Fulton storefront.
January 9, 2024
The building's value increased substantially last year. The new owners have not yet filed for any business licenses.
January 5, 2024
After replacing El Travieso Taqueria in November, this is Taqueria el Patrón’s second Minneapolis location.
January 4, 2024
Robert Skafte’s tragic death spurs community-led petition for increased mental health interventions
January 2, 2024
Route 21 will be replaced by the B Line, which is leading to a four-to-two lane conversion down most of Lake Street. The bus drivers will have green light control, too.
January 1, 2024
No need to leave your neighborhood to party before the clock strikes midnight.
December 26, 2023
Incarnation Catholic Church’s Harvest From the Heart serves thousands of people each month.
December 21, 2023
Yuoh’s extraordinary backstory in Liberia is inspiring his retirement project
December 21, 2023
The mural was commissioned by Calhoun Pet Supply, which closed in 2021. The current tenants have plans for new art later this year.
December 19, 2023
Winter break doesn't mean a break from fun and learning in Southwest Minneapolis.
December 19, 2023
Washburn High School Model UN members attended a state conference in November to debate global issues.
December 18, 2023
October 13, 2021
What we're working on before the election, new B Line bus, and School Board votes to negotiate an extension for Superintendent Graff
October 12, 2021
Long-standing business at 34th and Lyndale won the award from the MN Retailers Association
October 12, 2021
No charges in Winston Smith's shooting, packed agenda for the School Board meeting tonight, and apply to join the Met Council
October 11, 2021
Happy Indigenous People's Day, early votes trickling in, and a fun week of high school soccer
October 11, 2021
A packed weekend of events, from Open Streets Lyndale to art, and a Ward 10 Forum wrap-up
October 11, 2021
Ward 10 candidates discuss public safety, the role of police in our city, and the charter amendment.
October 11, 2021
Ward 10 Forum, The Jungle Theatre is back, and the first Native artist in the Sculpture Garden
October 11, 2021
Racial covenants, a new third space for LynLake, a Minneapolis-designed USPS stamp, and funding for supportive housing
October 11, 2021
What one group is doing about their neighborhood's history of racial covenants for homeowners
October 11, 2021
Good Morning, Southwest (October 5th)
October 4, 2021
Another mayoral forum, new bike paths around the lakes, and a Southwest High School football standout
September 30, 2021
7 Reasons Why You Should Go to the LHENA Community Festival and Drawing Contest at Mueller Park
September 30, 2021
A preview of Southwest Voices + what residents say they want from a local news site
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September 27, 2021
What we're up to in the weeks ahead
September 20, 2021
You voted on our name. Here's why we're so excited to be "Southwest Voices".
