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Playlist: Leah Lemm's Reel

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Leah Lemm's reel from MN Native News.

MN Native News: A Conversation on Hope

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

A conversation on suicide prevention brings culture, facts, and experience together. And we hear words from the late artist, Jim Denomie, with reflections on his work.

Untitled_design-9_small A conversation on suicide prevention brings culture, facts, and experience together. And we hear words from the late artist, Jim Denomie, with reflections on his work.

MN Native News: Two Opportunities to Get Inspired

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

Two opportunities to hear about inspiring work around Indian Country in Minnesota. The Minnesota Indian Affairs Council's Language Revitalization Working Group has partnered with the Minnesota Humanity Center to host a Dakota and Ojibwe Languages Symposium. And the Lower Phalen Creek Project brings Native women's stories to the virtual space for a new twist on winter storytelling.

Lowerphalencreekproject_finallogo_v5_001_small Two opportunities to hear about inspiring work around Indian Country in Minnesota. The Minnesota Indian Affairs Council's Language Revitalization Working Group has partnered with the Minnesota Humanity Center to host a Dakota and Ojibwe Languages Symposium. And the Lower Phalen Creek Project brings Native women's stories to the virtual space for a new twist on winter storytelling.

MN Native News: New Initiative Empowers Parent Voices

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

The new Indigenous parent Leadership initiative helps empower parent voices at Red Lake and White Earth Nations.

And, it’s been a year since the Clearbrook aquifer was punctured. Calls for accountability and action were held at the site and in the Twin Cities.

Ipli_photo_small The new Indigenous parent Leadership initiative helps empower parent voices at Red Lake and White Earth Nations. And, it’s been a year since the Clearbrook aquifer was punctured. Calls for accountability and action were held at the site and in the Twin Cities.

MN Native News: New Alliance for Native Arts

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

A new alliance for Native arts addresses community needs in Minnesota.

And, the Interior Department will collaborate with the National Native American Boarding School Healing Coalition.

Mnaa_photo_small A new alliance for Native arts addresses community needs in Minnesota. And, the Interior Department will collaborate with the National Native American Boarding School Healing Coalition.

MN Native News: New Native Theatre Releases Audio Plays

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

Audio plays are coming your way thanks to New Native Theatre and the National Native American Ten Minute Plays Festivals of years past.

Untitled_design-8_small Audio plays are coming your way thanks to New Native Theatre and the National Native American Ten Minute Plays Festivals of years past.

MN Native News: Stamps to Feature Art by George Morrison

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

The United States Postal Service has announced the new stamps for 2022. The stamps are described as miniature works of art and celebrate American culture and history.

And one of the panes will feature the work of the late modernist artist George Morrison, who was from the Grand Portage Band.

Here’s Reporter Leah Lemm speaking to Briand Morrison, son of George Morrison.

Georgemorrison_small The United States Postal Service has announced the new stamps for 2022. The stamps are described as miniature works of art and celebrate American culture and history. And one of the panes will feature the work of the late modernist artist George Morrison, who was from the Grand Portage Band. Here’s Reporter Leah Lemm speaking to Briand Morrison, son of George Morrison.

MN Native News: Breast Cancer Awareness with Indigenous Pink

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

The American Indian Cancer Foundation honors Breast Cancer Awareness Month with Indigenous Pink.

And, legislation has been re-introduced that seeks healing for stolen Native children and their communities by establishing a commission to investigate the federal government's Indian Boarding School Policies.

Mnn_20181024_pic_square_small The American Indian Cancer Foundation honors Breast Cancer Awareness Month with Indigenous Pink. And, legislation has been re-introduced that seeks healing for stolen Native children and their communities by establishing a commission to investigate the federal government's Indian Boarding School Policies.

MN Native News: MMIW Media Coverage Disparities

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

The disparity in media coverage for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Relatives cases has, once again, been brought to the surface.

Here’s Leah Lemm with the story...

Untitled_design-7_small The disparity in media coverage for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Relatives cases has, once again, been brought to the surface. Here’s Leah Lemm with the story...

MN Native News: New MN Poet Laureate, Publishing Celebration, and Wise Words for Changing Times.

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

Dr. Gwen Nell Westerman has been appointed the new MN Poet Laureate. And a celebration is being held soon for the publication of five Ojibwe language books. And also, Dr Antony Stately, CEO of the Native American Community Clinic, shares wise words on the radio.

Untitled_design-6_small Dr. Gwen Nell Westerman has been appointed the new MN Poet Laureate. And a celebration is being held soon for the publication of five Ojibwe language books. And also, Dr Antony Stately, CEO of the Native American Community Clinic, shares wise words on the radio.

MN Native News: Leadership Program Opens Applications

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

Applications for the 12th cohort of the Native Nations Rebuilders Program are now open. The program is operated by the Native Governance Center.

And the Native American Community Clinic in Minneapolis is now requiring COVID-19 vaccinations for its health center staff.

Untitled_design-3_small Applications for the 12th cohort of the Native Nations Rebuilders Program are now open. The program is operated by the Native Governance Center. And the Native American Community Clinic in Minneapolis is now requiring COVID-19 vaccinations for its health center staff.

MN Native News: New Initiative Hires Director and Artists Selected for Residency

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

A new initiative focused on enhancing reporting on violence against Native women and girls in the United States has chosen a new director.
And the Minnesota Historical Society announces recipients for the 2021 Native American Artist-in-Residence program.

Untitled_design_small A new initiative focused on enhancing reporting on violence against Native women and girls in the United States has chosen a new director. And the Minnesota Historical Society announces recipients for the 2021 Native American Artist-in-Residence program.

MN Native News: Podcasts and Big Conversations

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

The podcast, Indigenized Connections On Air, examines tribal issues and leadership through a lens of Economic Development.

And the Counter Stories podcast recently featured an in-depth conversation about Indian Boarding Schools and their Intentional Trauma.

Podcast_picture_small The podcast, Indigenized Connections On Air, examines tribal issues and leadership through a lens of Economic Development. And the Counter Stories podcast recently featured an in-depth conversation about Indian Boarding Schools and their Intentional Trauma.

MN Native News: Braiding Our Stories Together at Northern Spark

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

Northern Spark, the annual art festival, opens June 12th. The theme this year is Alchemy, which has different meanings, one of which being the process of transformation, creation, or combination. One of the opening public art pieces is called Braiding Our Stories Together.

Braiding_our_stories_together_smaller_small Northern Spark, the annual art festival, opens June 12th. The theme this year is Alchemy, which has different meanings, one of which being the process of transformation, creation, or combination. One of the opening public art pieces is called Braiding Our Stories Together.

MN Native News: Opportunities for Sharing and Learning

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

The Mitchell Hamline School of Law seeks to address systemic racism in Minnesota’s criminal justice system…

And a new scholarship program wants to help descendants of Indian Boarding Schools...

Plus, do you or someone you know have an Indigenous story of strength to showcase? Online nominations are open!

Reporter Leah Lemm has these stories…

Screen_shot_2021-05-12_at_8 The Mitchell Hamline School of Law seeks to address systemic racism in Minnesota’s criminal justice system… And a new scholarship program wants to help descendants of Indian Boarding Schools... Plus, do you or someone you know have an Indigenous story of strength to showcase? Online nominations are open! Reporter Leah Lemm has these stories…

MN Native News: 7 Generation Games expands platform

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

7 Generation Games has been creating educational games for students and schools across the country. The games blend math, language, and Indigenous history.

In November of 2020, the U.S. Department of Agriculture awarded the company a $1 Million COVID-19 Rapid Response grant to expand their reach and produce a new platform to help meet challenges in education during the pandemic.

The program is called Growing Math, and creates resources for teachers.

7gen_for_newscast_small 7 Generation Games has been creating educational games for students and schools across the country. The games blend math, language, and Indigenous history. In November of 2020, the U.S. Department of Agriculture awarded the company a $1 Million COVID-19 Rapid Response grant to expand their reach and produce a new platform to help meet challenges in education during the pandemic. The program is called Growing Math, and creates resources for teachers.

MN Native News: Virtual Indigenous Film Series

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

Duluth Superior Film Festival Is Partnering Again With The American Indian Community Housing Organization (AICHO) For A Virtual Indigenous Film Series.

Reporter Leah Lemm recently had a conversation with Local filmmaker Khayman Goodsky, who will host the series.

2021_series_poster_-_body_remembers_1__small Duluth Superior Film Festival Is Partnering Again With The American Indian Community Housing Organization (AICHO) For A Virtual Indigenous Film Series. Reporter Leah Lemm recently had a conversation with Local filmmaker Khayman Goodsky, who will host the series.

MN Native News: Community Through Conversation

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

MN Native News produces a weekly Special Edition called COVID 19 Community Conversations. Throughout the pandemic, many have shared how their personal and professional lives have been impacted.

Reporter Leah Lemm... and host of Community Conversations... shares two conversations from the program.

20210331_mnn_photo_small MN Native News produces a weekly Special Edition called COVID 19 Community Conversations. Throughout the pandemic, many have shared how their personal and professional lives have been impacted. Reporter Leah Lemm... and host of Community Conversations... shares two conversations from the program.

MN Native News: Indian Country in MN Reacts to Deb Haaland’s Confirmation as U.S. Secretary of the Interior

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

The confirmation of Deb Haaland as U.S. Secretary of Interior is a historic moment. Deb Haaland… Now Secretary Haaland… is the first Native person to hold a cabinet position in U.S. History.
Reporter Leah Lemm has reactions to this historic event, from folks in Minnesota.

Deb_haaland_image_for_mnn_small The confirmation of Deb Haaland as U.S. Secretary of Interior is a historic moment. Deb Haaland… Now Secretary Haaland… is the first Native person to hold a cabinet position in U.S. History. Reporter Leah Lemm has reactions to this historic event, from folks in Minnesota.

MN Native News: Books Books Books

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

Diane Wilson’s new book The Seed Keeper has now been released…
And The Minnesota Native American Lives Series is celebrating its launch as well.

20210310_mnn_photo_small Diane Wilson’s new book The Seed Keeper has now been released… And The Minnesota Native American Lives Series is celebrating its launch as well.

MN Native News: The Color Red for MMIWR

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

Coming up, from a 2020 report by the Minnesota Task Force on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, "While Indigenous people make up just 1% of the state's population, 9% of all murdered girls and women in Minnesota from 2010 to 2019 were American Indian."

Reporter Leah Lemm speaks with three survivors about the significance of the color red in the search and honoring of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Relatives.

If you need help, there are free resources available. Strong Hearts Native helpline provides culturally appropriate support and advocacy for American Indians and Alaskan natives. And that hotline is 1-844-7NATIVE. It's anonymous and confidential. That's 1-844-762-8483. This information can be found on the Minnesota Native News website, mnnativenews.org.

20210210_mmn_mmiw_march_small Coming up, from a 2020 report by the Minnesota Task Force on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, "While Indigenous people make up just 1% of the state's population, 9% of all murdered girls and women in Minnesota from 2010 to 2019 were American Indian." Reporter Leah Lemm speaks with three survivors about the significance of the color red in the search and honoring of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Relatives. If you need help, there are free resources available. Strong Hearts Native helpline provides culturally appropriate support and advocacy for American Indians and Alaskan natives. And that hotline is 1-844-7NATIVE. It's anonymous and confidential. That's 1-844-762-8483. This information can be found on the Minnesota Native News website, mnnativenews.org.

MN Native News: Vaccination Rollout and Indian Country Reacts to the Attack on the US Capitol

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

Coming up...
COVID 19 Vaccine rollout in MN is underway.
And Indian Country responds to the attack on the U.S. Capitol building in Washington DC on January 6th.
Reporter Leah Lemm has these stories.

Papi_getting_vaccine_small Coming up... COVID 19 Vaccine rollout in MN is underway. And Indian Country responds to the attack on the U.S. Capitol building in Washington DC on January 6th. Reporter Leah Lemm has these stories.

MN Native News: New Catalog Encourages Shoppers to Buy Native

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

A new catalog from the Minnesota Indigenous Business Alliance highlights Native artist products and shops in time for the busy shopping season.

Screen_shot_2020-12-08_at_3 A new catalog from the Minnesota Indigenous Business Alliance highlights Native artist products and shops in time for the busy shopping season.

MN Native News: Play Festival Shares Good Medicine

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

Twin Cities based, New Native Theatre presents Good Medicine - the Fourth Annual New Native Theatre Play Festival.

Nnt_play_festival_small Twin Cities based, New Native Theatre presents Good Medicine - the Fourth Annual New Native Theatre Play Festival.

MN Native News: BIA Team from MN Fights Wildfires

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

Come January, there will be new leadership in the White House with a plan for Tribal Nation relationship...

and Minnesota tribes band together to assist in fighting wildfires out West.

Reporter Leah Lemm has these stories….

Bia_fire_team_2020_credit_-_markiss_smith_small Come January, there will be new leadership in the White House with a plan for Tribal Nation relationship... and Minnesota tribes band together to assist in fighting wildfires out West. Reporter Leah Lemm has these stories….

MN Native News: Manidoominens: Still Beading After 10,000 Years

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

MANIDOOMINENS: STILL BEADING AFTER 10,000 YEARS is an exhibit in Duluth that has been a year in the making. And as with most events, it had to be re-thought out and adjusted for life in the pandemic.

Picture_cropped_small MANIDOOMINENS: STILL BEADING AFTER 10,000 YEARS is an exhibit in Duluth that has been a year in the making. And as with most events, it had to be re-thought out and adjusted for life in the pandemic.

MN Native News: Virtual College Fair and Native Voting

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

The 2020 Native American College Fair goes virtual…
And Lt Governor Peggy Flanagan talks about the significance of the Native vote….

20201007_picture_mnn_small The 2020 Native American College Fair goes virtual… And Lt Governor Peggy Flanagan talks about the significance of the Native vote….

MN Native News: Mind-Body Connection Retreat

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

Indigenous Lotus builds community and encourages strength and healing through yoga and mind-body connection, and will be hosting a retreat in October.

Plus... a reminder to fill out and be counted in the 2020 US census.

Indigenous_lotus_logo_small Indigenous Lotus builds community and encourages strength and healing through yoga and mind-body connection, and will be hosting a retreat in October. Plus... a reminder to fill out and be counted in the 2020 US census.

MN Native News: Talking Sexual Health

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

Last month, the Indian Health Board of Minneapolis had a virtual watch party on social media, bringing together viewers to see what community members are saying about sexual health and and related topics, including why it’s difficult to talk about sex.

We’ll hear more about how the Indian Health Board of Minneapolis works with the community to talk about sexual health.

But first… the US Census is well on its way, collecting information from citizens across the country… And, there’s still time to fill out the Census.

The U.S. Census Bureau has extended the 2020 census deadline to September 30th.

25587122_1756363804384897_8289069046723010114_o_small Last month, the Indian Health Board of Minneapolis had a virtual watch party on social media, bringing together viewers to see what community members are saying about sexual health and and related topics, including why it’s difficult to talk about sex. We’ll hear more about how the Indian Health Board of Minneapolis works with the community to talk about sexual health. But first… the US Census is well on its way, collecting information from citizens across the country… And, there’s still time to fill out the Census. The U.S. Census Bureau has extended the 2020 census deadline to September 30th.

MN Native News: Response to Cold Case Office

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

In the U.S. there are more than 1400 unresolved American Indian and Alaska Native missing person cases… 136 of those cases are in Minnesota. That’s according to the FBI’s National Crime Information Center.

Several top federal officials were in Bloomington, on July 27th to announce the creation of a new office dedicated to solving these cold cases. Minnesota’s office will be the first of seven across the country.

But the announcement was a surprise to Native leaders in MN who have been working tirelessly for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives.

116424999_10157379009956301_8006019219682133501_n_small In the U.S. there are more than 1400 unresolved American Indian and Alaska Native missing person cases… 136 of those cases are in Minnesota. That’s according to the FBI’s National Crime Information Center. Several top federal officials were in Bloomington, on July 27th to announce the creation of a new office dedicated to solving these cold cases. Minnesota’s office will be the first of seven across the country. But the announcement was a surprise to Native leaders in MN who have been working tirelessly for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives.

MN Native News: Ball Club Park - A Park With Heart

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

It’s been over three years since a group of Ball Club youth came together with the support of their community, to build a new park for area kids to play in and for the community to enjoy.

They’ve worked alongside the Ball Club Local Indian Council… an area group called the Circle of Healing… and a playground project manager.

The park they envisioned, designed, and planned, was set for a grand opening early July but, like many projects during this time, it’s been delayed.

However, the effort to build the park - that centers culture and inclusion - is still going as strong as ever.

Screen_shot_2020-06-10_at_3 It’s been over three years since a group of Ball Club youth came together with the support of their community, to build a new park for area kids to play in and for the community to enjoy. They’ve worked alongside the Ball Club Local Indian Council… an area group called the Circle of Healing… and a playground project manager. The park they envisioned, designed, and planned, was set for a grand opening early July but, like many projects during this time, it’s been delayed. However, the effort to build the park - that centers culture and inclusion - is still going as strong as ever.

MN Native News: MIGIZI a Month Later

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

Migizi Communications, a longstanding Native organization that supports and empowers Youth, lost its new building to fires that destroyed it and many others during the unrest following the murder of George Floyd.

Here’s reporter Leah Lemm speaking to Kelly Drummer, the President of Migizi Communications, about what occurred after Memorial Day and what has happened in the month since.

Migizi_for_mnn_small Migizi Communications, a longstanding Native organization that supports and empowers Youth, lost its new building to fires that destroyed it and many others during the unrest following the murder of George Floyd. Here’s reporter Leah Lemm speaking to Kelly Drummer, the President of Migizi Communications, about what occurred after Memorial Day and what has happened in the month since.

MN Native News: Sharing Culture for Healing in Minneapolis

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

Today, a healing ceremony in honor of George Floyd, plus Native art and stories.

Here’s reporter Leah Lemm.

Img_6592-preview_small Today, a healing ceremony in honor of George Floyd, plus Native art and stories. Here’s reporter Leah Lemm.

MN Native News: Native Businesses Adjust During Pandemic

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

Businesses, artists, and freelance workers, among many others… are being hit hard by the economic reach of the COVID-19 pandemic and the precautions necessary to prevent the spread.

But as times get even more uncertain, there are adjustments and innovations that are being made.

Here’s reporter Leah Lemm with the story.

Screen_shot_2020-04-06_at_11 Businesses, artists, and freelance workers, among many others… are being hit hard by the economic reach of the COVID-19 pandemic and the precautions necessary to prevent the spread. But as times get even more uncertain, there are adjustments and innovations that are being made. Here’s reporter Leah Lemm with the story.

MN Native News: Cultural Lessons for Kids at Home

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

Lives are changing drastically due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Many people are out of work, more and more people are holding work meetings virtually, and everyone is making major adjustments.

Students are also home from school. Which means families are trying to find ways to keep the learning going. And for Native students, there are online resources that provide culturally focused learning through language and art.

90095531_255598558775126_287715834774683648_n_small Lives are changing drastically due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Many people are out of work, more and more people are holding work meetings virtually, and everyone is making major adjustments. Students are also home from school. Which means families are trying to find ways to keep the learning going. And for Native students, there are online resources that provide culturally focused learning through language and art.

MN Native News: 2020 Census

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

This week… Census Day is coming up. Households will receive notices as to how to complete the census in March.

Historically, Native populations have been undercounted in the census, but there’s been growing work done to make sure all Native people are counted.

Online-response-computer-02_small This week… Census Day is coming up. Households will receive notices as to how to complete the census in March. Historically, Native populations have been undercounted in the census, but there’s been growing work done to make sure all Native people are counted.

MN Native News: Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe's State of the Band Address

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

The Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe held its annual 2020 State of the Band address in mid-January.

Mlb_logo_small The Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe held its annual 2020 State of the Band address in mid-January.

Minnesota Native News: Award Goes to Native Artist

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News Featured Stories series | 02:00

This week… the McKnight Foundation’s 2019 Distinguished Artist Award goes to a Native artist for the first time.

Jimdenomie-4_small This week… the McKnight Foundation’s 2019 Distinguished Artist Award goes to a Native artist for the first time.

MN Native News: Company Gears Up to Provide Produce Year Round

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

This week, an up and coming company builds its innovative business for the benefit of their community’s health and beyond.

Befunky-design_hm_logo_small This week, an up and coming company builds its innovative business for the benefit of their community’s health and beyond.

MN Native News: Spotlight on War Bonnet's Award-Nominated Music

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

Musical groups from around North America gathered in early November at the Seneca Niagara Events Center at Seneca Niagara Resort and Casino in Niagara Falls, NY for the 19th Annual Native American Music Awards ceremony.

Among artists nominated for an award… a relatively new musical group from Northern MN.

War_bonnet_logo_small Musical groups from around North America gathered in early November at the Seneca Niagara Events Center at Seneca Niagara Resort and Casino in Niagara Falls, NY for the 19th Annual Native American Music Awards ceremony. Among artists nominated for an award… a relatively new musical group from Northern MN.

MN Native News: Women's Hand Drum Gathering

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

This week… Women’s Handrumming groups gathered at the Cloquet Foresty Center to share songs and knowledge… to make drums, and celebrate community.

20191022_mnn_pic_small This week… Women’s Handrumming groups gathered at the Cloquet Foresty Center to share songs and knowledge… to make drums, and celebrate community.

Minnesota Native News: Suicide Prevention While Embracing Culture

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News Featured Stories series | 02:59

And… September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. The Division of Indian Work in Minneapolis speaks to the need and availability of culturally specific programming to reduce suicide rates.

Diw_logo_small And… September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. The Division of Indian Work in Minneapolis speaks to the need and availability of culturally specific programming to reduce suicide rates.

Minnesota Native News: "Native Lights" Podcast

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

This week, we’ll hear more from our recently released podcast - Native Lights: Where Indigenous Voices Shine.

Throughout the first season, we’re joined by many people all over Minnesota and beyond, people who talk about finding their purpose in life, finding family, celebrating accomplishments, and working through hard times, and lots more.

Img_8426_nl__2__small This week, we’ll hear more from our recently released podcast - Native Lights: Where Indigenous Voices Shine. Throughout the first season, we’re joined by many people all over Minnesota and beyond, people who talk about finding their purpose in life, finding family, celebrating accomplishments, and working through hard times, and lots more.

Minnesota Native News: Collaboration Brings Arts Festival to The Ave

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

Organizations along the American Indian Cultural Corridor have collaborated with NorthernLights.MN to bring the late night arts festival… Northern Spark… to Franklin Avenue.

Manifesto_small Organizations along the American Indian Cultural Corridor have collaborated with NorthernLights.MN to bring the late night arts festival… Northern Spark… to Franklin Avenue.

Minnesota Native News: Recruitment for Twin Cities Native Lacrosse Underway, and Ogema Organics Focuses on Food Sovereignty

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

Coming up, Twin Cities Native Lacrosse is recruiting new players and getting the word out about the sport.

And, a food sovereignty initiative, grounded in community, strives to increase both food independence… and accessibility to Native foods.

Img_7210_ogema_small Coming up, Twin Cities Native Lacrosse is recruiting new players and getting the word out about the sport. And, a food sovereignty initiative, grounded in community, strives to increase both food independence… and accessibility to Native foods.

Minnesota Native News: Film Series Presents "Awake: A Dream From Standing Rock"

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

On March 29th, the Augsburg Native American Film Series, along with director Myron Dewey, presents Awake: A Dream from Standing Rock. The film documents the events at Standing Rock and the Dakota Access Pipeline from the water protector’s perspective. Here’s Reporter Leah Lemm with the story.

Screen_shot_2019-03-20_at_12 On March 29th, the Augsburg Native American Film Series, along with director Myron Dewey, presents Awake: A Dream from Standing Rock. The film documents the events at Standing Rock and the Dakota Access Pipeline from the water protector’s perspective. Here’s Reporter Leah Lemm with the story.

Minnesota Native News: Honoring Missing and Murdered Indigenous People

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

February fourteenth is a day dedicated to remembering Missing Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and People. Marches and gatherings happen all around the state, the US, and Canada.

Data reveal the murder rate of American Indian/Alaskan Native women is almost 3 times that of non-Hispanic White women.

And Minnesota is one of the top ten states in the U.S. with the highest case number of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls.

Reporter Leah Lemm attended the solidarity walk in Bemidji.

Mnn_mmiw_small February fourteenth is a day dedicated to remembering Missing Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and People. Marches and gatherings happen all around the state, the US, and Canada. Data reveal the murder rate of American Indian/Alaskan Native women is almost 3 times that of non-Hispanic White women. And Minnesota is one of the top ten states in the U.S. with the highest case number of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls. Reporter Leah Lemm attended the solidarity walk in Bemidji.

Minnesota Native News: Native Feminist Artists Dialogue Features Many Voices

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

An engaging conversation featuring prominent Native artists… inspires audience members to reflect on their own artistry.

Img_6572_small An engaging conversation featuring prominent Native artists… inspires audience members to reflect on their own artistry.

Minnesota Native News: Native Youth Display Photography And A Language Teacher Reaches Learners Through Social Media

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

Youth display their photography at the Dr. Robert Powless Cultural Center in Duluth,
And a language teacher finds his own way to reach language learners…

Img_6109_small Youth display their photography at the Dr. Robert Powless Cultural Center in Duluth, And a language teacher finds his own way to reach language learners…

Minnesota Native News: Midterm Elections Make History And A New Play Makes Its Premiere

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

We’ll hear from Minnesotans and their reactions to Lieutenant Governor-elect Peggy Flanagan’s historic election…
And, a new play by a Navajo playwright makes its world premiere in the Twin Cities…

Saint-paul-capitol_small We’ll hear from Minnesotans and their reactions to Lieutenant Governor-elect Peggy Flanagan’s historic election… And, a new play by a Navajo playwright makes its world premiere in the Twin Cities…

Minnesota Native News: A Minneapolis Organization Promotes Breast Cancer Awareness and the Rez Reporter Talks Comedy

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

An organization based in Minneapolis is raising breast cancer awareness with “Indigenous Pink Day” …

And, comedian Rob Fairbanks talks about the power of humor…

Mnn_20181024_pic_small An organization based in Minneapolis is raising breast cancer awareness with “Indigenous Pink Day” … And, comedian Rob Fairbanks talks about the power of humor…

Minnesota Native News: Per Cap Patrol Inspires, and Guitarist Combines Jazz and Visual Art

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

Concerned community members come together to show support to those battling addiction in Mille Lacs, and jazz guitarist Briand Morrison talks about his and his father’s art.

Img_5072_small Concerned community members come together to show support to those battling addiction in Mille Lacs, and jazz guitarist Briand Morrison talks about his and his father’s art.

Minnesota Native News: Turtle Theater Collective Presents 'Our Town,' and Three Prolific Artists Are on Display at the Duluth Art Institute

From Ampers | Part of the Minnesota Native News series | 05:00

Theater company, Turtle Theater Collective, produces a rendition of 'Our Town,' an American Classic. And the Duluth Art Institute hosts the work of three widely known artists in its current exhibit.

Mnn_img_4104_small Theater company, Turtle Theater Collective, produces a rendition of 'Our Town,' an American Classic. And the Duluth Art Institute hosts the work of three widely known artists in its current exhibit.

Minnesota Native News: Poet Joan Naviyuk Kane Joins North Woods Writing Conference, & Treasure Island Resort & Casino Presents Native American Heritage Night.

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Poet and current Guggenheim Fellow, Joan Naviyuk Kane, teaches at the Minnesota North Woods Writing Conference in Bemidji…
And Treasure Island Resort & Casino Hosts Native American Heritage Night with the Saint Paul Saints at CHS Field in Saint Paul.

Img_3739__1__small Poet and current Guggenheim Fellow, Joan Naviyuk Kane, teaches at the Minnesota North Woods Writing Conference in Bemidji… And Treasure Island Resort & Casino Hosts Native American Heritage Night with the Saint Paul Saints at CHS Field in Saint Paul.

Minnesota Native News: New Language School Opens, Theater Festival Announced, and Youth Visit Rome

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A new early headstart and preschool focusing on Dakota language is opening in the Lower Sioux community…
A playwright and actor talks about an upcoming theater festival…
And a group visits the Vatican to request the revocation of the Doctrine of Discovery.

Toddler-hands-coloring_925x__1__small A new early headstart and preschool focusing on Dakota language is opening in the Lower Sioux community… A playwright and actor talks about an upcoming theater festival… And a group visits the Vatican to request the revocation of the Doctrine of Discovery.

Minnesota Native News: Native Artist Talk Series Showcases Careers

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Making a career in the arts can be a challenge, but Native Artists are found flourishing in the sector. There are many lessons to learn from them - from combating misconceptions to the necessity of art for community health. Reporter Leah Lemm has the story about this program hosted by The University of Minnesota Twin Cities Department of American Indian Studies.

Mnn_pic_small Making a career in the arts can be a challenge, but Native Artists are found flourishing in the sector. There are many lessons to learn from them - from combating misconceptions to the necessity of art for community health. Reporter Leah Lemm has the story about this program hosted by The University of Minnesota Twin Cities Department of American Indian Studies.

Minnesota Native News: New Art Exhibit on Display, Native Women to be Honored, and a Response to Proposed Wild Rice Water Standards.

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This week on Minnesota Native News: The artwork of Julie Buffalohead is on display at the Bockley Gallery, three Native women are being honored for their work in the community, and the newly proposed wild rice water rule amendments fall short.

Pexels-photo-355808_small This week on Minnesota Native News: The artwork of Julie Buffalohead is on display at the Bockley Gallery, three Native women are being honored for their work in the community, and the newly proposed wild rice water rule amendments fall short.

Minnesota Native News: Art-Making to Honor Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women

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Violence against Native people is disproportionately high. The CDC reports for the year 2014 that homocide was the fourth leading cause of death in American Indian and Alaskan Native Women ages twenty five to thirty four. And the third leading cause of death in ages five to twenty-four.

With statistics like these, Native families are more likely to have stories in their own circle of family and friends. But communities are coming together to build deeper relationships and gain a louder voice around the issue by marching… and creating art together.

Img_2113_small Violence against Native people is disproportionately high. The CDC reports for the year 2014 that homocide was the fourth leading cause of death in American Indian and Alaskan Native Women ages twenty five to thirty four. And the third leading cause of death in ages five to twenty-four. With statistics like these, Native families are more likely to have stories in their own circle of family and friends. But communities are coming together to build deeper relationships and gain a louder voice around the issue by marching… and creating art together.

Minnesota Native News: Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe State of the Band Address and Youth Digital Photography Exhibit

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Governor Mark Dayton has appointed key Mille Lacs Band Police leader to the Minnesota Board of Peace Officer Standards and Training. And the art and photography exhibit of Mazinaakizige: American Indian Teen Photography Project is on display at Two Rivers Gallery.

Img_1637_2_small Governor Mark Dayton has appointed key Mille Lacs Band Police leader to the Minnesota Board of Peace Officer Standards and Training. And the art and photography exhibit of Mazinaakizige: American Indian Teen Photography Project is on display at Two Rivers Gallery.

Minnesota Native News: Native Governance Center Announces Ninth Native Nations Rebuilders Cohort

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A group of leaders from Minnesota’s tribal communities have the opportunity to hone and develop their leadership skills as part the Native Nations Rebuilders program.

20171031_image_for_mnn_ngc_small A group of leaders from Minnesota’s tribal communities have the opportunity to hone and develop their leadership skills as part the Native Nations Rebuilders program.

Minnesota Native News: Solar Energy with Robert Blake

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Solar energy professional Robert Blake discusses solar power opportunities, social justice, and his entrepreneurial and life goals of making solar power available to all.

Img_0356_small Solar energy professional Robert Blake discusses solar power opportunities, social justice, and his entrepreneurial and life goals of making solar power available to all.

Minnesota Native News: Indigenous Food Network Expands into Schools

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The Indigenous Food Network aims to introduce and increase traditional Native food in Minneapolis schools and youth programs.

20171018_mnn_small The Indigenous Food Network aims to introduce and increase traditional Native food in Minneapolis schools and youth programs.