Alexzia Shobe

Dec 22, 2024 | spokesman-recorder.com | Alexzia Shobe

The Minneapolis City Council passed its 2025 budget after intense debate and a final override of Mayor Jacob Frey’s veto. The budget, which totals $1.9 billion, includes a 6.8% increase in the property tax levy and sets the course for how city funds will be allocated for the upcoming year. The process began with significant tension between the mayor and the council. The override signals a contentious yet decisive moment in the budgetary process.

Dec 20, 2024 | spokesman-recorder.com | Alexzia Shobe

New growth helps WE WIN — and Black youth — succeed For nearly three decades, the WE WIN Institute has been a cornerstone of educational empowerment for Black children in North Minneapolis. It offers a nurturing environment where youth are encouraged to excel academically while celebrating their cultural identity. Founded by educator and activist Titilayo Bediako, WE WIN has grown from a small afterschool program to a nationally recognized community asset.

Dec 13, 2024 | spokesman-recorder.com | Alexzia Shobe

Rev. DeWayne Davis, a community leader and advocate for social justice, announced his candidacy for mayor of Minneapolis, promising a vision of leadership rooted in equity for all residents. Davis, the Lead Minister of Plymouth Congregational Church, is seeking to bring a transformative approach, emphasizing a government that actively works for everyone, particularly those most impacted by inequality.

Dec 6, 2024 | spokesman-recorder.com | Alexzia Shobe

SunBean Coffee is a newly established café in the Standish-Erickson neighborhood of South Minneapolis owned by Fred and Annie DuBose. Opened in February, SunBean has already developed a reputation for having an uplifting and welcoming environment. Situated near the light rail, just a few blocks from Lake Hiawatha and Minnehaha Falls, the shop offers an inviting atmosphere to anyone searching for a cup of coffee or simply looking for a place to unwind.

Dec 6, 2024 | spokesman-recorder.com | Alexzia Shobe

YWCA St. Paul, part of the national YWCA movement, continues its vital role in advocating for women’s empowerment and the elimination of racism. For 113 years, the organization has supported the community, focusing on racial justice, women’s health, economic advancement, and educational equity. At the heart of its mission is a commitment to improving the lives of Black women and families in St. Paul and beyond, addressing systemic disparities that persist across various sectors.