Hmong Times Community
The Hmong Times Community sections provides our readers with an in depth view of the people and events within the Hmong Community in Minnesota and nationally. Here you can read articles that cover the Hmong Community life. We highlight the people that make a difference and the events that bring our community together.
Miss Hmong MN Iya Xiong Reflects On Value Of Stories
When LEAP high school student Iya Xiong decided to compete in the annual Miss Hmong MN pageant, she was hardly expecting to win the grand title.
HCC Recognized in Star Tribune as one of the Twin Cities Most Unique Museums!
If you love angling and want to live in a big city, you couldn’t do any better than the Twin Cities metro region. Bright lights, big fish – we’ve got it all.
XabPheejKim Hlub Hmoob Concert 2019
The Xab Pheej Kim Hmong Music Foundation, LLC in partnership with the Hmong Men’s Circle student association from the University of Minnesota Twin Cities are proud to announce that on Saturday, July 6th, 2019 at 7:00 PM they are hosting a community celebration.
Minnesota House Passes Hmong-Lao Veterans Memorial Day Amendment
On Tuesday, April 30, representatives of the Minnesota House passed a provision to create a state holiday to honor Hmong veterans who served in the U.S. Vietnam War.
City of Brooklyn Park Achieves National Recognition and Meets a BP2025 Goal
City Manager Jay Stroebel announced today another milestone toward their BP2025 goals of “Beautiful Places.” The City is being honored as a “Tree City USA” community. This is the 18th year the city has been recognized.
A Look At The Hmong Archives – 20 Years On
In the epicenter of Hmong America, an unrivaled collection of over 200,000 unique cultural artifacts – including but not limited to books, photographs, videos, sound recordings, newspapers, maps, musical instruments, and paj ntaub – turns 20 years old.
St. Paul Police Search For Missing Hmong-American Teen
Hmong-American teen Chuejee Thao, 17, has been missing since Monday, the 15th of April.
Four Hmong Leaders Named 2019 Bush Fellows
Four of 24 Bush Fellows selected by the Bush Foundation from across Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota are Hmong-Americans this year.
Two Stories, Double The Impact
Training provided by HAP leads to better jobs for two determined individuals.
For Diane Moua, Dessert Is A Piece Of Cake
Diane Moua, critically acclaimed pastry chef, is paving the way for women of color in fine dining. She is the first Hmong-American woman to be nominated for a prestigious James Beard Award.
Putting Your Concerns On The Map
After a historic election saw the number of Asian Pacific legislators triple in Minnesota, we formed the first-ever Minnesota Asian Pacific (MAP) Caucus.
Gerber Announces First Ever Spokesbaby Of Hmong Descent
Baby food giant Gerber continues to pursue a marketing strategy focused on multiculturalism – in 2019, the face of the company will be one year-old Hmong-American, Kairi Yang.
National Endowment For The Arts Awards Hmong Cultural Center In 2019!
In February 2019, Hmong Cultural Center was awarded a new grant from the National Endowment for the Arts to support the Hmong Folk Arts Initiative involving classroom instruction, curriculum development and interactive museum exhibits to teach about Hmong folk art forms.
My 66 Year Old Mom Has A YouTube Channel: My Hmong Grandma
Receiving Social Security benefits? Check. Over 15 grandchildren? Check. Buried loved ones? Unfortunately check.
Minnesota Children’s Museum And The Center for Hmong Arts & Talent Team Up On A New Experience: Games In The Landing
Minnesota Children’s Museum recently unveiled a new experience that features a variety of games for visitors to play – giant games, board games, an interactive dancing game and more.
Dr. Pajau Vangay’s Inclusive Science Serves Marginalized Communities
With the Immigrant Microbiome Project, a University of Minnesota study that investigated the gut microbiomes of Hmong and Karen women in Thailand and the Twin Cities, Dr. Pajau Vangay reveals the often unseen intersections of science and social justice.
Asian-owned Businesses Will Be Showing Products And Services At The First Asian Wedding And Events Fair
Pinwheel Photo Booth will be presenting the first Asian Wedding And Events (AWE) Fair on March 9th at the Radisson Hotel Minneapolis/St. Paul North.
Journalist Nancy Yang Brings Diverse Narratives To Mainstream Newsrooms
Nancy Yang, digital producer at Minnesota Public Radio, champions the cause of building diverse newsrooms – as a Hmong American woman in mainstream media, she’s guiding the change.
Volume 19, Issue 2 Of The Hmong Studies Journal Is Now Available
The St. Paul-based Hmong Studies Journal is pleased to announce the publication of Volume 19, Issue 2. An internet-based journal, the Hmong Studies Journal is the only peer-reviewed academic publication.
Through Hmong Museum Initiative, Mai Vang Makes Hmong History Visible
2018 was a very eventful year for the Hmong community locally, nationally and beyond. The Hmong Times takes a look back at some of the top stories of 2018.
2018 – The Year In Review
2018 was a very eventful year for the Hmong community locally, nationally and beyond. The Hmong Times takes a look back at some of the top stories of 2018.
Sheriff-Elect Bob Fletcher Promotes Chy Nou Lee To Inspector, Highest Ranking Hmong American Officer In Minnesota
Ramsey County Sheriff-elect Bob Fletcher announced Chy Nou Lee will be promoted and appointed to his leadership team as an Inspector for Youth Crime Prevention Programs, effective January 7, 2019.
Hmong American Representative-Elects Affirm Commitment To Community
With inauguration day right around the corner and freshmen orientation underway, The Hmong Times caught up with the seven Hmong American representative-elects and judges.
40 Years On, Minnesota Hmong New Year Spotlights Youth And Women
On Friday, November 23, the United Hmong Family’s Minnesota Hmong New Year kicked off its 40th anniversary. With the theme of “Passing the Torch,” it was a moment not only to honor the long legacy of Hmong in Minnesota, but also to look forward to an even brighter future for the community.
Highway 252/Interstate 94 Open House
Open houses to gather input for future of Highway 252/Interstate 94 Corridors in Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Minneapolis
Celebrating Hmong Heritage At The 2019 Hmong American New Year
At the Hmong American New Year commemoration held at the Minnesota State Fair Grounds, members from the Hmong community find a vital platform to celebrate the uniqueness of Hmong history and arts.
Council Member Dai Thao Responds To Clearing Of Charges Against Him In Voting Case
On November 9, 2018, Ramsey County Judge Starr cleared Council member Dai Thao of all charges against him for assisting a disabled voter last fall.
Empowered Through Adult Education
HAP Instructor Kristin Klas has a great story that sums up the liberating power of literacy.
Midterm Election Brings Historic Wins For Hmong American Candidates
With seven Hmong American candidates from Minnesota winning political seats this midterm election, the community witnessed landmark victories worth celebrating.
The Minnesota Hmong New Year Celebrates It’s 40th Anniversary
Beginning with the grand opening on Friday, November 23 at 11:00, the United Hmong Family’s Minnesota Hmong New Year will kick off it’s 40th Anniversary.
Training Courses Available for Minnesota Produce Growers
Minnesota produce growers are invited to take a one-day training course to meet the requirements for the Produce Safety Rule, which is part of the new federal Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA).
U of M’s Mani Vang Joins Cultural Jambalaya’s Board of Directors
Vang’s family was one of the first Hmong families to resettle in the Twin Cities.
Keeping Older Hmong People Connected
Quick. What do these movies have in common: Grand Torino, The Martian, A Beautiful Mind, The Shining, Castaway, and Shut In?
The 2019 Hmong American New Year At The State Fairgrounds
On November 10-11, the Lee and Rose Warner Coliseum at the Minnesota State Fair Grounds will transform into a bastion of Hmong culture for the Hmong American New Year.
The Source For Second Chances
Custom Jobs Training at HAP Proves That It’s Never Too Late to Start Over
What Are The Responsibilities Of Our Elected Officials?
As the November elections approach, we wondered if our readers know exactly what each of our state’s elected officials are responsible for in the roles that they are campaigning for.
The Hmong Folk Arts Experience Exhibit
The Hmong Cultural Center is excited to announce the launch of the new Hmong Folk Arts Experience interactive museum exhibit at its museum center in St. Paul.
YouTube: My Favorite Channels!
My job is so fun. I get to make videos of my children, test minivan gear and now…talk about my favorite channels! This is more than a filler article.
Preparing For The Naturalization Interview
We can all agree that interviews are nerve-wracking, especially one that will determine a person’s ability to become a naturalized citizen, but there are a few ways to prepare for success.
Hmong Studies Journal Publishes Education Issue
Hmong Cultural Center’s partner, the Hmong Studies Journal has published a new special issue focusing on contemporary concerns and issues in Hmong American education.