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Giving Kids the Tools They Need to Succeed

Many of our area schools will be starting soon. The supply list for each student seems to get longer and more expensive every year, Imagine not being able to afford those supplies. The economy has hit everyone and those in need the most dramatically. MORE »

Privatizing St. Paul Rec Centers

At first glance, Orchard Recreation Center looks like any other rec center in Saint Paul. However, when you approach the front doors you quickly notice the difference. Taped to the door, is a letter from the City of Saint Paul Division of Parks and Recreation that reads: MORE »

St Paul City Council Debate: Ward 7

Saint Paul City Council Candidates Kathy Lantry and Janine Kelley talk with SPNN’s Mike Wassenaar about issues affecting Ward Seven on Saint Paul’s East Side. The Saint Paul general election is Tuesday, November 6. MORE »

Enjoy a Free Parade of Community Gardens

Celebrate the wealth and diversity of community gardens in the Twin Cities during the 2nd annual Parade of Community Gardens on Saturday, August 18th from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. This event is coordinated by GardenWorks, a program of The Green Institute. More information, maps and garden descriptions available at this link or by calling 612-278-7123. MORE »

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District One Community Council

City Council Member:

Kathy Lantry

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Free ways to celebrate democracy without dropping $15 at CivicFest

The Minneapolis Convention Center’s answer to the Republican National Convention in St. Paul is CivicFest, an extravaganza of American democracy, replete with historical document displays, a fake Oval Office for taking gag photos and other educational exhibits. But CivicFest’s unavoidable lesson is that democracy comes with corporate sponsors and a $15 cover charge. MnIndy picked Minnesota Secretary of State Mark Ritchie’s brain for free or lower-cost ways to celebrate civics on your own. MORE »