There is a world of tears and grief in the choir community these days. Will things ever be the same again for people who physically gather together in song? One choral director wonders. - Listen Choral Stream
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Eleanor Johnson told her mother that everyone celebrating right now “need[s] to have special birthdays.” Since late April, Eleanor has delivered more than a dozen cards and gifts locally. - 'I wanted to share something' St. Paul violinist puts on tiny balcony concerts - In Fergus Falls and at St. Olaf These conductors are on a role for their students - 'Thinking of you' Henry Sibley staffers reveal their 'True Colors'
COVID-19 testing is ramping up in Minnesota, but contact tracing is lagging behind. County public health officials say the delays may be contributing to community spread of the virus. - What's it going to take to end the shutdown? 5 keys to containing coronavirus - Family's illnesses suggest Coronavirus may have been in MN longer than thought
A straight-forward, insightful discussion of racism against Asians and the personal and cultural effects on the Asian American community and beyond. The discussion will cover allyship and what people can say and do to stop racism against Asians. This virtual discussion will include a panel and audience Q&A. Lastly, we will discuss how Asian Americans can practice self care. This event may be recorded for broadcast/publication. May 12, 2020 12:00 PM CDT Attend free with RSVP Hosted by: Laura Yuen, Editor, MPR News Panelists: Bo Thao-Urabe, Executive Director, Coalition of Asian American Leaders Rebecca Lucero, Commissioner, Minnesota Department of Human Rights Erika Lee, Director of the Immigration History Research Center, University of Minnesota
Domestic violence shelters are still open during the pandemic. But advocates say stay-at-home orders are making it harder for people to leave abusive situations — or even just to call for help. - Calls to statewide domestic violence hotline up As Minnesotans stay home - Domestic violence With isolation, abuse activists fear an 'explosive cocktail'
Superintendents say they’ve already begun moving ahead with plans for their students in the summer and fall, but remain ready to change if state leaders continue to forbid in-person learning. - Smaller class sizes, staggered schedules What it might look like to safely reopen schools - A few schools reopen But remote learning could go on for years in U.S.
Some retailers require customers to cover their faces, but others do not. - Sanitizer, gloves, masks, marked floors Grocery stores step up safety measures - Video 6 tips for staying safe while grocery shopping