Welcome to new Communications and Outreach Coordinator

The federation is pleased to welcome our new Communications and Outreach Coordinator, Julia McColley!
The limitations of our vision

Like most young people, my young friend wanted to drive. In her case, however, driving meant being particularly mindful of a visual impairment she has had…
Notebook Recollections: Walk This Way

Local icon Tim Rumsey walked to work most days from 1987 to 2000. He began as a form of exercise but kept at it for…
We Are Still Here at Friedli Gallery

Featuring native artists from across Turtle Island, “We Are Still Here” brings to the fore the life, histories and politics of what it means to be…
Meet the Candidates Vying for Your Vote November 8

General elections are Nov. 8. Meet some of the candidates hoping to earn our neighborhoods’ votes. General elections are Nov. 8. Meet some of the…
Our voices should not go unheard

letters to the editor Let’s talk numbers for a minute. In the 12-month period ending June 30, 2022, Xcel Energy reported a gross profit of…
Absentee voting now open for general election

Anyone eligible to vote in Ramsey County may cast their absentee ballot – either in person or by mail – before the general election on Nov.…
Cross-country bike ride honors renowned Minnesota priest

New Ulm, Minnesota, native Dan Herbeck has set off on a bicycle journey of a lifetime in honor of one of Minnesota’s most beloved priests, Fr.…
Community Voices: Ramsey County’s “Modern Streetcar” really is LRT

By James Schoettler A recent flyer from Ramsey County now says the West 7th Modern Streetcar is “Planned to be compatible with Green and Blue Lines,…