New Beginnings West 7th’s 400 block evolves amid changing world

By Casey Ek and Jerry RothsteinThe 400 block of West 7th Street is home to a diverse set of businesses that have grown, adapted and unfortunately…
Resources, State Funding to Assist Minnesotans in Pandemic Recovery

district perspectives Senator Sandy Pappas, District 65columnistThe 2021 legislative session and ensuing special session were particularly challenging, especially as a member of the minority party in…
The Community Reporter through the ‘80s

Editor’s Note: As part of Community Reporter’s ongoing recognition of its 50 years of reporting to and from the residents of the West 7th neighborhood, (also…
UFM School Backpack Drive

United Family Medicine (UFM) has partnered with Saint Paul Public Schools to provide backpacks and school supplies to three local schools. They need your help with…
FEDERATION UPDATE

fortroadfederation.org Board UpdateAt the July 12 meeting, the board heard a request for a fiscal sponsorship agreement with Keg and Case for community activities and approved…
A “Revealing” Year for Our Schools

As an elected Saint Paul School Board member and a parent of four SPPS students, I want to start by acknowledging the enormous amount of work…
Now is the Time to Act on Climate Change

With the latest report from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, the world has again received another stark warning. Act now to reduce emissions or plan…
Family-centered maternity care: You mean family doctors still deliver babies?

By Deanna Plant, MDOver my years of practice, I’ve had many people ask me when they hear that I’ve attended a birth if I am…
American Rescue Plan

county perspectivesRebecca Noecker City Council Member, Ward 2columnist The city of St. Paul has been allotted an extraordinary $166 million from the American Rescue Plan.…