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Investing in Community: A Conversation with Al McFarlane and Sandra Samuels

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June 2, 2026

In this powerful community conversation, Al McFarlane sits down with Sandra Samuels of the Northside Achievement Zone to discuss the future of North Minneapolis, the importance of education, wealth-building, and the role of community partnerships in creating lasting change.

Recorded at the historic Capri Theatre, this discussion highlights the shared responsibility between community leaders, families, businesses, banks, and local organizations to invest in people, strengthen neighborhoods, and create opportunities for the next generation.

Topics include North Minneapolis’ history, the work of NAZ, the Wealth Builds initiative, early childhood education, tutoring, family support, economic empowerment, and changing the narrative around Black communities, wealth, and success.

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61 years since Selma, Houston leaders say the bridge remains to be crossed

61 years after Selma, Houston leaders say the fight for equality continues. The issues that sparked the marches still impact Black Americans today.

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6 hours ago

October 4, 2026

Houston leaders discuss the ongoing struggle for civil rights 61 years after Selma, emphasizing the need for continued action.

It has been 61 years since the Selma marches. But political leaders in Houston say that the issues protesters were marching for still plague the lives of Black Americans.

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Lutheran North Celebrates Homecoming With 40 to 19 Win Over Westminster Christian

Lutheran North Crusaders dominate homecoming, defeating Westminster Christian 40-19 with standout performances.

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21 hours ago

October 3, 2026

Lutheran North wins homecoming football game 40-19 against Westminster Christian

Lutheran North gave its homecoming crowd plenty to celebrate Friday night.

The Crusaders defeated Westminster Christian 40 to 19 in Metro League action, with quarterback Jonathan Moore, running back Kai Robinson and wide receiver Kyren Evans all delivering big plays in the win.

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Read more: https://www.stlamerican.com/sports/sports-columnists/inside-sports/the-lutheran-north-crusaders-defeated-westminster-christian-40-19-on-friday-night-in-metro-league-action/

#stlamerican #LutheranNorth #Homecoming #HighSchoolFootball #StLouisSports

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Tuskegee Airmen Field Reopens in The Ville, Giving St. Louis Youth a Place to Grow

Tuskegee Airmen Field in The Ville has been reborn, offering St. Louis youth a space to play, grow, and meet challenges head-on with a resilient spirit.

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1 day ago

October 3, 2026

Tuskegee Airmen field reopens for St. Louis youth at The Ville to learn and grow.

Tuskegee Airmen Field at Tandy Park reopened with new turf, a track, bleachers, fencing, a scoreboard and an updated public address system. The field also carries the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen, with retired Air Force Maj. Yolanda Wood challenging young people to meet obstacles with two words: “Watch me.”

🖊️ Lawrence Bryant
📷 Lawrence Bryant

Read more: https://www.stlamerican.com/news/in-st-louis-ville-neighborhood-tuskegee-airmen-field-offers-youth-a-place-to-play-and-grow/

#stlamerican #StLouis #TheVille #TuskegeeAirmen #YouthSports

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Serena Williams: The Beast Narrative & Black Womanhood #shorts

Serena Williams’ power was unfairly labeled a “beast” due to race and gender bias. This video unpacks the damaging roots of that narrative.

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2 days ago

October 2, 2026

Serena Williams as a powerful Black woman athlete, challenging the "beast" narrative.

The narrative surrounding Serena Williams’ power was unfairly tainted by race and gender bias, labeling her a ‘beast’ to undermine her femininity. This discussion unpacks the complex roots of that damaging portrayal. #SerenaWilliams #GenderBias #RacialInjustice #SportsCommentary #Femininity

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Black Men Shattering Stereotypes: Intelligence Beyond Assumptions #shorts

See a brilliant Black man defy assumptions and shatter stereotypes. Prepare to have your perspective challenged by this incredible display of #BlackExcellence.

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October 2, 2026

Black men demonstrate intelligence and defy stereotypes in this #shorts video.

Witness a brilliant Black man who shatters expectations and defies assumptions. Prepare to have your perspective challenged. #BlackExcellence #StereotypeChallenge #Inspiration #Mindset

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Vegetarian Switch: My Brother’s Fasting Journey Inspired Me #shorts

My brother’s fasting journey inspired me to go vegetarian, and I haven’t looked back! See how his challenge sparked my own healthy living transformation.

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October 2, 2026

Brother's vegetarian fasting journey inspires Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder writer.

My journey to vegetarianism started with a challenge from my baby brother, Javon Nesby. Inspired by his fasting and self-challenge, I decided to try it and haven’t looked back. #Vegetarian #Inspiration #Family #HealthyLiving