The Hmong Times Newspaper is a quality publication for the Hmong Community. Providing valuable information and tools to promote togetherness and give the Hmong community a forum. The Hmong Times also provides the means for businesses, schools and organizations to make a connection with the Hmong Community.
HAP Academy OIC Graduates Its First Students – Class of 2025
June 11, 2025, was a historic day as Hmong American Partnership (HAP) Academy OIC celebrated the first graduating class since the technical school’s inception.
Pakou Yang Named Interim President Of Normandale Community College
The Board of Trustees of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities has named Pakou Yang to serve as interim president of Normandale Community College. The appointment becomes effective June 4, 2025.
Safety At School
A student’s ability to feel safe at school begins with preparation. Schools do this by working with their emergency managers and the Minnesota School Safety Center to conduct facility assessments, develop emergency operations plans for all types of hazards, and train their school resource officers.
Benefits Of After-School Sports And Extracurricular Activities
While the classroom is an integral part of your child’s education and indeed their life, it should not be the only part of their education.
Back-To-School Preparation
A new school year is almost here and parents are faced with financial and organizational challenges. How do you prepare your home for some of the busiest days of your lives?
New Book Explores Pioneering Hmong Women
This book is not simply a celebration of success stories; it is a collective testimony of women who, in different ways, have pushed against historical limits – often quietly, sometimes boldly, and always with a deep understanding of the cultures they carry.
Meet “Stop Kiss” Costume Designer Khamphian Vang
During Khamphian Vang’s first five shows with Mu as a costume designer, she created a magical snail (as well as human-sized turd emoji costumes) for Katie Ka Vang and Melissa Li’s “Again;”
FAWK’s Super Show Has Poj Laib Headlining On April 19
Funny Asian Women Kollective’s latest celebrates the 50th anniversary of Hmong people in Minnesota.
THEATER MU PRODUCES THE WORLD PREMIERE OF FIFTY BOXES OF EARTH
Ankita Raturi’s play (March 1-16) weaves in choreography by Ananya Chatterjea and puppet designs by Oanh Vu and Andrew Young.
Stages Theatre Company Introduces Cast Of When You Trap A Tiger
Stages Theatre Company (STC) in collaboration with Theater Mu is thrilled to announce the cast of When You Trap A Tiger. What stories do you keep with you? Would you make a deal with a magical tiger?
Health
What Parents Need To Know About Protecting Their Children From Measles
Ongoing measles outbreaks across the country have many families, pediatricians and public health experts concerned.
An Annual Exam Can Help Older Adults Stay Healthy
One of the best ways to prioritize your vitality is with an annual health exam. That’s especially true for older adults, who tend to have more health issues to manage, according to Dr. Grant Tarbox, national medical executive with Cigna Healthcare’s Medicare business.
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You May Qualify For MinnesotaCare – Find Out Today
Don’t wait! Find out today if you qualify for MinnesotaCare health insurance.
Take Care Of Your Family With Health Insurance
Getting health insurance is one of the biggest things you can do for your loved ones. It will be easier to get health care when you and your kids need it.
Business and Finance
Friend Or Foe – The Dawn Of The AI Revolution
As Big Tech races to dominate AI, technologists say the benefits are real but the loss of trust in what we see and read could be the price.
Did You Reach Your Financial Goal This Year?
Eleven months ago, many people set financial goals for the New Year. Maybe you planned to buy a new home, finance a new vehicle or start a new business.
Stay Safe From Holiday Scams
The holidays are a time to celebrate with loved ones, not falling victim to scams that can steal your cheer. Falling for a scam can lead to losing money and putting your account and personal information at risk, which can be both time consuming and costly.
Ten Tips to Keep Your Business Cybersafe
A cybersecurity breach can present significant threats to your business. No matter the size of your organization, it’s important to take cybersecurity seriously.
Mortgage Rates Are Dropping: What It Means For Twin Cities Homeowners And Homebuyers
Homeownership is more than just a lofty American dream – it’s how many can build generational wealth. For the BIPOC communities, 90% of wealth gains come from homeownership, meaning that owning a home continues to be a crucial method for BIPOC households to build and accumulate wealth.
Community
State Representative Kaohly Her Announces Candidacy for Saint Paul Mayor
Kaohly Her, State Representative for District 64A, Speaker Pro Tempore of the Minnesota House, and co-chair of the House Commerce Finance and Policy Committee, announced her candidacy for Mayor of Saint Paul.
Minnesota State Fair Opens August 21
Hurry! Discount Tickets On Sale Through August 20 Only!
New Exhibit Showcases Hmong Cultural Center’s History And More News!
A new exhibit showcasing the 33-year history of the Hmong Cultural Center of Minnesota is now on display on the second floor of the HCC Museum in Saint Paul. The exhibit was produced in partnership with Museology Museum Services.
Thousands Attend Another Successful J4
The 43rd annual Hmong International Freedom Festival, popularly known as J4, drew Hmong communities from Minnesota, Wisconsin, California, and beyond to Como Park’s McMurray Field on June 28–29, 2025
The Hmong International Freedom Festival Excitement Grows
The Hmong International Freedom Festival is approaching fast, and everyone is excited about attending this monumental event that will be held Saturday, June 28th, and Sunday, June 29th, 2023. Nearly 60,000 people attend the two-day festival each year.
Sports/Outdoors
Minnesota DNR Expands Library Pass Program To Provide More Access To State Parks And Recreation Areas
When people talk about the quality of life in Minnesota, two features should make the list. We have libraries by the hundred where you’ll find a vast supply of resources like this one. State Park library passes.
William O’Brien State Park Day Use Area Reopens With New Accessibility Improvements
Thanks to state Get Out MORE funds and to bonding money, the Walter F. Mondale Day Use Area at William O’Brien State Park opened with Riverway Campground and day use area improvements that will allow more accessibility to those with disabilities.
Judge C.R. Magney State Park
Father’s Day, 2025: Bring Dad To An Award-Winning Destination
Carley State Park In Southeast Minnesota Offers A Wealth Of Color
Whether you’re looking for somewhere pretty to take Mom on Mother’s Day weekend, or you’re fond of towering white pine, both may be found at Carley State Park in southeast Minnesota.
How To Pick The Right Plants For Your Location
When planning your yard or garden, you likely focus on the what and the where. After all, a beautiful plant in a prime location enhances curb appeal and even bragging rights.
Nation/World
Hmong Population Growth In Minnesota, Wisconsin, And California: Insights From The 2020 U.S. Census
This study, based on U.S. Census and American Community Survey (ACS) data from 2016–2020, highlights the economic, educational, and cultural progress made by Hmong communities in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and California – home to the three largest Hmong populations in the country.
Hmong Population Growth In Minnesota, Wisconsin, And California: Insights From The 2020 U.S. Census
The 2020 U.S. Census revealed significant demographic shifts in the Hmong American population, with the Midwestern states – particularly Minnesota and Wisconsin – surpassing traditional hubs like California in growth rates.
Questions & Answers About Hmong Americans – Secret No More
“100 Questions and Answers About Hmong Americans: Secret No More” was written to answer the most basic questions about Hmong people to open up avenues for deeper conversations.
Thank You – For Everything!
They say memories start to form when a child is around two and a half years old. As a kid, I had the happiest memories of drawing on the dirt at my grandmother’s house by the Nam Khan River, picking edible flowers for dinner, playing in my family’s old CD store, and riding on a motorbike with my mom as she picked me up from pre-school.
A Legacy Of Hope
I became connected to Legacies of War when I moved to Washington, DC after law school. The organization was a significant part of my understanding of where and how my family came to the U.S.
