racism – West St. Paul Reader

Racist Deeds Banned People of Color From Homes in Dakota County

A study of Dakota County property records has unearthed racist language that sought to segregate and discriminate against people of color. While unenforceable, so far these racial covenants have been found in more than 40 West St. Paul properties.

Adrienne Zimiga-January: West St. Paul’s ‘You Are on Native Land’ Logo Designer

West St. Paul designer creates land acknowledgement logo for the Guthrie and talks about Native American challenges, racism, and finding hope.

All Are Welcome: ISD 197 Implements Anti-Bias Curriculum

In a national context of schools removing books and teachers being restricted—especially on topics of race and LGBTQ+ issues—ISD 197 will begin using a supplemental anti-bias curriculum to help kids from a range of identities feel welcomed and included.

Marcus Hill: A Conversation On Race

We talk with Marcus Hill, the first Black member of the ISD 197 school board and only person of color still running, about the racial dynamics at play in this election and school board races across the country.

City Council Recap: Oct. 11, 2021

West St. Paul City Council has a short meeting with no Open Council Work Session and alcohol compliance failures were the main item on the agenda.

Civil rights protests in the 1960s and 2020s

2021 ISD 197 School Board Election: Critical Race Theory & Equity

We ask school board candidates about the recent controversy over critical race theory and how the district has done with equity issues.

April 26, 2021 West St. Paul City Council meeting

City Council Recap: April 26, 2021

This week’s West St. Paul City Council meeting included the long-awaited conclusion to the mural debate, a pro-union resolution that will likely draw a veto, a heated moment during citizen comments, and goodbyes to two well-respected city staff members.

City Council Recap: March 8, 2021

The West St. Paul City Council had little on the regular meeting agenda, but did approve a new committee appointment process, learn about Crusader Ave. construction in 2022, and a new pool contract with the YMCA. A council member also took heat for recent comments at the virtual town hall.

City Council Recap: Jan. 25, 2021

The West St. Paul City Council heard from residents about an ongoing racial harassment issue, appointed citizens to committees, and covered a number of other topics.

Racist Graffiti Targets West St. Paul Couple

Seven times in the last year Daryl and Christine Morrison have found racist graffiti on the front door of their apartment.