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Leading with Art:

Closer to reaching King’s dream By Harry Colbert, Jr. Managing Editor @HarryColbertJr

The struggle continues. That is the message behind the Insight News cover art by Donald Walker. “To be Continued” was first conceived by Walker in the early 1980s when civil rights activists were engaging across the county in efforts to get a national holiday passed in honor of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Locally, a group of ministers met with Walker to have a piece they could use to be the “face” of the Minnesota movement. “(The) Rev. Stanley King, (the) Rev. Earl Miller at Progressive (Baptist

Church) and (the) Rev. Sam Robinson … they decided they wanted to use the peace to push the march here in Minnesota,” recalled Walker. “We had the meeting at Mt. Olive Baptist Church. It was a pretty spirited meeting.” The original iteration of “To be Continued” was without the Minnesota Capitol background and the marchers were the area ministers. In the reimagined cover version Walker has replaced the ministers with historical African-American figures. Besides being the face of the Minnesota King holiday movement, “To be Continued” holds another distinction. “I sold the original to Coretta Scott King,” said

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Walker. Walker said Scott King was in town for a speaking engagement at an area hotel and his work was on display and Scott King took a liking to the piece. “She walked past it (the painting) and said, ‘That’s a handsome picture of him (King),’” said Walker. “She purchased the picture and one of her aides picked it up and took it.” Insight News will have several features on King in 2018 as we commemorate the 50th anniversary of his assassination (April 4, 1968). Several celebrations will take place to honor King. The state of Minnesota will host a King celebration next Monday

(Jan. 15) featuring Stokley Williams, Maria Isa, newly sworn-in mayor of St. Paul, Melvin Carter and others at the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts, 345 Washington St., St. Paul. The General Mills Foundation will host its annual MLK Holiday Breakfast earlier that day at the Minneapolis Armory, 500 S. 6th St., Minneapolis. The breakfast keynote is actor David Oyelowo. Oyelowo played King in the critically-acclaimed movie, “Selma,” which received an Oscar nomination for Best Picture in 2015. Oyelowo received an NAACP Image Award for his role in the film. Jan. 15 would have been King’s 88th birthday.

Artists illuminate identity, justice and beauty By Abeni Hill, Staff Writer Art is not only a means of expression, it is a means of communication and maintaining one’s authenticity as well as a way to enact social change. “Art has the ability to change minds and hearts,” said tony the scribe (who prefers using lowercase letters in his performance moniker). The Minneapolisbased rapper, who has experience as a community organizer, stresses the importance of “weaponizing art” as a means of combating

global issues like white supremacy and capitalism. “You think about the way that hip-hop has convinced a lot of people who don’t have relationships with Black folks to understand and care about the Black experience,” said tony the scribe. Another homegrown artist, Jessica Manning, said arts can act as a segue to having difficult conversations. “Art has the way of bringing about the conversation in a way that is a little more approachable,” said Manning. “Talking about the Black experience, I think that can be better done in music or in theater. It can

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Recording artists tony the scribe and Jessica Manning.

bridge that gap for someone that might be ignorant to the issue.” The singer also said in these days and times it is easy to lose sight of various opinions. “It is really easy to think about your point of view only; and that has really been a wake-up call for me to really practice what I preach and be inclusive and not shut anyone out because they think a little bit differently than myself,” said Manning. The alternative R&B artist hopes through her music to encourage young people to stay true to their own narrative. “It is my biggest goal to

help kids feel understood,” said Manning, who said she looked to art for healing in her adolescent years. “I wanted to feel understood and that my story wasn’t ‘other.’ For me art is everything. I know in my music making it is really important for me to be relatable and tell my story in its truest form.” tony the scribe and Manning are two of the artist featured on Hennepin County Libraries program, MnSpin. Both artists were guests on KFAI’s “Conversations with Al McFarlane.” “Conversations” airs Tuesdays at 1 p.m. on KFAI (90.3 FM and online at www. kfai.org).

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Melvin Carter ready to lead By Harry Colbert, Jr. Managing Editor @HarryColbertJr

St. Paul’s Central High School needs to add another photo on its Hall of Fame wall. The photo is of an effervescent young man who has risen through the ranks of government to become the city’s current mayor. The photo is of Melvin Carter. Carter was inaugurated inside the gymnasium of Central High on Jan. 2. Carter said he was driven to lead by his love for the city he has called home since birth. “My love for St. Paul goes back 100 years to when my grandparents fled here from the violence and deep hatred in the South,” said Carter during his inaugural remarks. “They couldn’t have imagined the opportunity this city would show me.”

Carter thanked outgoing mayor Chris Coleman for his leadership, saying he helped in turning around the fortunes of St. Paul, but Carter said there is still work to be done. “Right now is an exciting time in St. Paul. St. Paul is a city with momentum, but we are also a city with deep inequity,” said Carter, the city’s first AfricanAmerican mayor. “I know firsthand how it feels to live on a block devastated by foreclosures, to long for a teacher for my kids that looks like them; and what it feels like to be stopped by police again and again. We have work to do to fulfil St. Paul’s promise to every person in every part of our city.” Many St. Paulers are excited to see someone with deep roots and ties to the city in the mayor’s seat. “I am proud to have a person that comes from a legacy family of taking care of others and the community,” said Phaedre Sanders, a resident of

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St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter addresses the crowd during his Jan. 2 inauguration at St. Paul Central High School. St. Paul. “I’m excited for my son to see his possibilities.” Rob Coleman, who grew up with Carter said he is proud to

see Carter in the mayor’s office not only because he is AfricanAmerican, but also because he is the best person for the job.

“I think it’s the best thing that could happen for the city right now,” said Coleman. “(Carter) was born and raised in

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St. Paul entrepreneur dies at 79

Arnellia Allen: A loving heart

By Harry Colbert, Jr. Managing Editor @HarryColbertJr

The Twin Cities entertainment community continues to mourn the loss of business and entertainment pioneer, Arnellia Allen. Allen, 79, passed away Dec. 21 following her battle with cancer. She was memorized this past Wednesday (Feb. 3). Allen made history in 1992 becoming the first AfricanAmerican woman to obtain a liquor license in the state when she opened the now famed Arnellia’s on University Avenue in St. Paul. For years Arnellia’s was the “go to” spot for live

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Arnellia Allen entertainment, hosting countless national acts and serving as the resident home for numerous singers and bands. For many years Allen was the only African-American in the state to hold a liquor license.

Arnellia Allen opened the doors to famed Arnellia’s in 1992. The club remained open until this past April. Kathleen Johnson, a longtime performer at Arnellia’s, and friend of Allen, said Allen had a heart of gold. “Her spirit was so beautiful,” said Johnson. “She was the

mother to all the musicians. She really cared about the musicians and singers. She gave so many people an opportunity when no

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Cole James becomes first Black Woman to lead the conservative Heritage Foundation

Conservative Republican Kay Cole James named president of Heritage Foundation By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Contributor Kay Coles James, the newest president of the conservative Heritage Foundation and the first African-American woman to lead the organization, said that she plans to set an example for engaging with people of different political stripes to have a positive impact in the Black community and America. “I’ve seen the rhetoric

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Kay Coles James was recently named the sixth president of Heritage Foundation, a conservative think tank in Washington, D.C.

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Activist Erica Garner died on December 30, 2017 after suffering cardiac arrest and brain damage from a lack of oxygen.

Garner remembered for her relentless campaign for justice By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Contributor Erica Garner, who became an activist for all who were wronged by the American justice system, died on Dec. 30. She was 27. A Twitter account associated with Erica Garner spoke of her compassion for humanity. CNN reported her family is controlling the account. “When you report this you remember she was human: mother, daughter, sister, aunt,” read Garner’s Twitter account. “Her heart was bigger than the world. It really, really was. She cared when most people wouldn’t have. She was good. She only pursued right, no matter what. No one gave her justice.” Garner famously and fiercely sought justice for her father, Eric Garner, who died from a police chokehold in Staten Island, New York on July 17, 2014. She led marches and

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demonstrations in New York City and other places, and even appeared on national television imploring the Department of Justice to review the circumstances that led up to her father’s death. Erica Garner’s mother, Esaw Snipes, said, “She was a fighter, she was a warrior and she lost the battle. She never recovered from when her father died,” according to CNN. Snipes said Garner suffered from the effects of an enlarged heart after giving birth to her son three months ago, CNN reported. “I warned her everyday, you have to slow down, you have to relax and slow down,” said Snipes. According to Erica Garner’s Twitter account, the activist went into cardiac arrest and suffered major brain damage from a lack of oxygen. In a statement about her work as an advocate for criminal justice reform, the Rev. Al Sharpton called her a warrior. Sharpton famously

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Educa on, economic vitality, and civic engagement grants will support 92 organiza ons

The Minneapolis Foundation launches New Year with nearly $5 Million in grants The Minneapolis Foundation will award nearly $5 million to nonprofit organizations working to make Minneapolis-St. Paul a more equitable community. R.T. Rybak, Foundation president and CEO, said 92 organizations will receive anywhere between $11,000 and $250,000 to support work that will help advance racial, social and economic equity in 2018. “These grants represent a significant investment by The Minneapolis Foundation to close equity gaps in education, economic vitality and civic engagement,” said Rybak. “They also reflect our donors’ commitment

to improve lives by addressing these and a host of other critical needs in our community.” One organization receiving support, Reviving the Islamic Sisterhood for Empowerment (RISE), will advocate for legislative changes on issues affecting Muslim women and host a caucus training, recruit election judges and take on other nonpartisan projects to engage Muslim women in public decision-making. “Too often, Muslim women’s voices are missing from the political process and in a lot of different spaces,” said Nausheena Hussain, executive director

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of RISE, who sees civic engagement as an important part of the work she does to help women build skills and influence. “If we want to make change in the community, we have to understand where and how we can plug in.” The Minneapolis Foundation distributes an average of more than $50 million every year to improve lives, locally and globally. The Foundation administers more than 1,200 charitable funds and last year supported more than 2,800 organizations. The grants announced will support organizations working in three issue areas, civic en-

gagement, economic vitality and education. These grants are awarded through an application process open to eligible organizations in the community. Proposals are evaluated by Foundation staff and board members based on criteria that include how closely the organization’s work aligns with The Minneapolis Foundation’s goals for creating a more equitable community. Learn more about all 92 of the organizations that will receive funding at www.minneapolisfoundation.org/recentgrants.

Trump worst president in past 50 years INSIGHT NEWS

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Donald Trump, a man best known as a “birther” with a reality television show and a real estate empire, who claimed Mexico was sending drugs dealers and rapists to the United States, was sworn in as president on Jan. 20, 2017. What happened next was predictable and we should expect more of the same in 2018. Here are several decisions from the past year confirming that Trump has been the worst president for African-Americans, Hispanics and other people of color over the past 50 years.

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Trump picks Jeff Sessions to succeed Loretta Lynch as Attorney General Trump went out of his way to make sure his administration’s justice policy reflected 1940s America, when he selected Jefferson Beauregard Sessions, III as his Attorney General. According to a Huffington Post article published in January 2017, Sessions not only supported gutting the Voting Rights Act in 2013, he also has “a record of blocking Black judicial nominees.” Sessions unsuccessfully prosecuted Black civil rights activists for voter fraud in 1985 – including a former aide to the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Since, Sessions has taken over at the Justice Department, he has ordered a review of Obama era police reforms. This is one time where the selection of Rudy Giuliani for attorney general may have actually looked like a more moderate choice. Trump says “there were very fine people on both sides” at the Charlottesville, Va. white nationalists rally Never mind that one of the largest gatherings of racists

in America since the end of the Civil Rights Movement occurred only eight months into Trump’s presidency. Put that aside. Trump’s “both sides” comments on who was to blame for the near riot in the college town that culminated in Heather Hayer, 32, being mowed down by white nationalist James Alex Fields, Jr. in the college town was all anyone needed to understand regarding the thinking of America’s 45th president on the issue of race. “I am not putting anybody on a moral plane, what I’m saying is this; you had a group on one side and a group on the other, and they came at each other with clubs and it was vicious and horrible and it was a horrible thing to watch, but there is another side,” said Trump. “But you also had people that were very fine people … on both sides.” Trump also said, “I’ve condemned many different groups, but not all of those people were neo-Nazis, believe me. Not all of those people were white supremacists by any stretch. Those people were also there, because they wanted to protest the taking down of a statue Robert E. Lee.” It should be noted Lee was a racist Confederate general and in fighting for the Confederacy, a trader to his nation. Trump calls for NFL owners to fire players over silent protests Trump said NFL owners should respond to players kneeling during the “Star Spangled Banner” in protest of the violence upon AfricanAmericans at the hands of law enforcement by saying, “Get that son of a (female dog) off the field right now; he’s fired. He’s fired.” Just in case you missed it with his comments on Charlottesville, Trump was back again to spoil the start of the NFL season by commenting on players who dared to silently protest racial injustice by kneeling during the national

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During President Trump’s first year in office, he let minorities know exactly how he feels about them. Photo taken during a speech at the 2013 Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in National Harbor, Maryland. anthem. Trump called kneeling during the anthem, “a total disrespect of our heritage,” and a “total disrespect for everything we stand for.” The result was more protests by NFL players who then locked arms on sidelines across the U.S. with many white players and coaches participating. Even Rush Limbaugh found himself having issues with Trump on this one. “There’s a part of this story that’s starting to make me nervous, and it’s this … I am very uncomfortable with the President of the United States being able to dictate the behavior and power of anybody,” said Limbaugh. “That’s not where this should be coming from.” Trump uses an executive order to block travel of refugees from majority-Muslim countries to the U.S. When you have former staffers for Sessions writing executive orders on immigration policy, you can expect what happened at the Trump White House on Jan. 27, 2017. With absolutely no warning, on the seventh day of his presidency, Trump signed an immigration and travel executive order. This order had cabinet member

Steven Miller’s fingerprints all over it. After a few days of chaos and protests at airports across the nation, federal judges applied an initial smackdown blocking the order. But Trump’s DOJ revised the order to pass some of those legal tests. Trump launches sham voting commission to investigate “voter fraud.” Since many voting rights advocates agree Republicancontrolled state legislatures cook up the most egregious voting laws, it should have been surprising to no one that former Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach would be a fixture of the Trump Administration. Kobach is the driving force behind Trump’s Presidential Advisory Commission on Election Integrity. Since, he’s spent so much time rooting out voter fraud that is all but non-existent, Kobach was perfect for the job. According to the Brennan Center, Kobach was the “driving force behind a Kansas law that included both a strict photo ID requirement to vote and proof of citizenship to register, “which has blocked thousands of eligible citizens from the polls” and “has repeatedly made extravagant claims of in-person voter fraud or noncitizen voting

with little or no evidence.” After Trump kept repeating the falsehood that millions of fraudulent votes were cast in 2016, everyone knew this was coming. Hillary Clinton won 3 million more votes than Trump so a “voting integrity” commission was a given. Trump pardons Arizona Sheriff Joe Arpaio. The Bull Connor of his era, Joe Arpaio was Sheriff of Maricopa County, Ariz. for 24 years. According to one DOJ expert, Arpaio oversaw “the worst pattern of racial profiling by a law enforcement agency in U.S. history.” Trump was perfectly consistent in his anti-immigrant rhetoric of 2016 in pardoning Arpaio on Aug. 25 from a conviction for criminal contempt of court. Trump just couldn’t resist another opportunity to give a wink of approval to the right-wing. 7. Trump nominates Neil Gorsuch to serve on the Supreme Court of the United States Instead of nominating a Black woman to replace Associate Justice Antonin Scalia, President Obama picked someone whose nomination no one cared about or would rally around (the instantly unexciting Merrick Garland). With that, the deal was done. The selection of Garland easily allowed the Republican-controlled Senate to ignore Obama’s pick and run out the clock, opening the door for Trump to select Neil Gorsuch, who has “voted 100 percent of the time with the court’s most conservative member, Clarence Thomas, according to SCOTUSblog,” reported NPR. Lauren Victoria Burke is an independent journalist, political analyst and contributor to the NNPA Newswire and BlackPressUSA.com. She can be contacted at LBurke007@ gmail.com and on Twitter at @ LVBurke.

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of the city. Not only by living here, but through his heritage. He knows the issues and understands what needs to be done to make the city better and

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Garner From 3 joined the Garner family in their push for justice against the New York City Police Department. “Many will say that Erica died of a heart attack, but that’s only partially true because her heart was already broken when she couldn’t get justice for her father,” said Sharpton. “Her heart was attacked by a system that would choke her dad and not hold accountable those that did it.” On a summer day in July 2014, officers approached Eric Garner whom they said was sell-

prosper. I also believe that he will be able to get the residents on board to revive the city and make us come together as one cohesive city.” Christina Benz, a teacher at Washburn High School in Minneapolis and who lives in St. Paul, said Carter’s election offers hope for St. Paul, but also hope for many of her students of color. “Melvin Carter is breaking

the status quo of the typical white man in power,” said Benz. “I’m excited to talk about this with my Black and Brown students because they can see themselves in him. I want them to be empowered. It also provides hope for me that we can come together as a community to push for more and much needed changes. It shows that progress is slow but can be done.”

one else would. She believed in people. Arnellia’s was the place to go to get some peace in this town.” When Allen’s long-time cook left, Johnson, who now has a successful food truck and catering business, stepped in to

run the kitchen. “It was like an internship. She taught me so much about business,” said Johnson. “She went above and beyond the call, both as a person and as a business owner.” Tyrone Terrill, president

of the African American Leadership Council, echoed Johnson’s sentiment that Allen had a heart of gold. “She had the biggest heart; she did so much for her employees beyond just a paycheck,” said Terrill, who was

a regular patron of the club. “She had the heart of a giant. She loved our people. We lost a great one. If there was a Hall of Fame for bar owners, she’d be in it.”

ing loose cigarettes near a store in Staten Island. A video released showed New York Police Officer Daniel Pantaleo grabbing Garner from behind and applying a chokehold while other officers helped tackle Garner, whom family members said had asthma. On the video, in a plea that has resonated around the world, Garner is heard saying, “I can’t breathe. I can’t breathe,” repeatedly. He died shortly after the incident. A grand jury failed to indict Pantaleo and, in 2015, the city settled a civil claim by Garner’s family against New York for nearly $6 million. Before and despite the settlement, Erica Garner pushed for justice and, with a national platform, her voice became as big as any in the fight for freedom,

justice and equality. “I had the honor of getting to know Erica and I was inspired by the commitment she made working towards a more just world for her children and future generations,” tweeted Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders. “She was a fighter for justice and will not be forgotten.” Erica Garner supported Sanders’ 2016 campaign for president, even appearing in an ad for his campaign. “Though Erica didn’t ask to be an activist, she responded to the personal tragedy of seeing her father die while being arrested in New York City by becoming a leading proponent for criminal justice reform and for an end to police brutality,” said Sanders.

“(The police) killed her unarmed, nonviolent father with an illegal chokehold and got off with nary a word,” wrote activist Brittany Packnett in a Twitter post. “Erica had to fight for justice. Then for her own life … she didn’t deserve this; her father didn’t deserve this. Her family doesn’t deserve this. All this for being Black in America. I can’t.” In a March 2015 interview on NBC News, Erica Garner spoke passionately about the Black Lives Matter movement and other protests that sought justice. She recalled the August 2014 shooting of Michael Brown in Ferguson, Mo., and how it wasn’t until months later, when the video of her father’s death was released, that the Eric Garner incident received nation-

al attention. Garner described seeing her father die via a cellphone video “a thousand-million times,” and when a grand jury failed to indict police officers, she said it was time to take her fight for justice to the streets. “To me, it was just saying, ‘you know what? I’m just going to march,’” she told NBC News. Even when there weren’t television news cameras, Garner said she was determined to keep marching, to keep fighting.

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With his wife, Sakeena Futrell-Carter, holding the Bible, Melvin Carter takes the Oath of Office, sworn in by District Court Judge Tanya Bransford.

“That’s the most annoying question I get. People ask, ‘when will you stop marching? What do you want from marching?’ He was my father,” said Erica Garner during the interview. “I will always march.”

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A Federal Court has ordered Altria, R.J. Reynolds Tobacco, Lorillard, and Philip Morris USA to make this statement about low tar and light cigarettes being as harmful as regular cigarettes.

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• Many smokers switch to low tar and light cigarettes rather than quitting because they think low tar and light cigarettes are less harmful. They are not. • “Low tar” and “light” cigarette smokers inhale essentially the same amount of tar and nicotine as they would from regular cigarettes. • All cigarettes cause cancer, lung disease, heart attacks, and premature death — lights, low tar, ultra lights, and naturals. There is no safe cigarette.

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How to help a coworker with cancer By StatePoint If you have a coworker who has been diagnosed with cancer, you may wonder, “what can I do to help?” Before leaping right in, the experts at Cancer and Careers, a non-profit dedicated to supporting

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so you can provide the most meaningful assistance during treatment and beyond. How you help a coworker might differ depending on how close the relationship is. When offering help, be specific and focus on tangible things that might make a difference. Go beyond “let me know if I can do anything.” At the same time, it’s important to respect boundaries and offer assistance that’s actually wanted and that you are willing to take on. Wanting to support your coworker is natural, but knowing how can sometimes be difficult. Be sure to educate yourself so you can engage in the most meaningful interactions with your coworker.

people juggling cancer and work, say that it’s important to figure out how to provide the most effective forms of support. Keep in mind, your coworker may not be disclosing his or her diagnosis to the entire team. It’s critical to understand the level of privacy your coworker intends to maintain

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Women can reduce their risk to cervical cancer by maintaining a healthy diet high in fruit and vegetable content.

Proper nutrition can help prevent cervical cancer Black Nutrition

By Dr. Juneau Robbins There is evidence to show that most cervical cancer cases come about as a result of an HPV (human papillomavirus) according to Everyday Health. Experts believe by observing the right kind of diet, we can successfully fight HPV infections and in turn, prevent this infection from turning the cells in our cervix into cancerous lesions. There are about 15 types of the more than 100 HPV types that can wreak havoc on cervical health and cause cervical cancer.

While it is true that most HPV infections dissipate on their own, there are cases, especially when the levels of estrogen are abnormally high in the subject, that this HPV infection turns cells in the cervix into precancerous cells. These precancerous cells then turn into cancerous cells, outlive normal cells and invade adjacent tissues while also spreading to other body parts.

factors such as not eating enough fruit, vegetables and eating foods that are high in protein. It is clear diet has a lot to do with your ability to contract or fight most lifestyle conditions. Cervical cancer, although not entirely a lifestyle condition, is one that can be brought about by the kind of diet you observe. The good news is that it can also be prevented, to a great degree, by your diet.

What else can cause cervical cancer? Although HPV infections are the most notorious for causing cervical cancer, there are other factors that come into play as well. For the sake of thorough cervical cancer awareness, it is best to mention some of these factors – smoking, giving birth to multiple children and dietary

What kind of diet can help with cervical cancer prevention? Experts advise focusing on a plant diet. Most of your meals, if not all, should be made up of fruits, beans, vegetables and whole grains. For those who are not exactly wild about cutting out red meat from their diets, many will be pleased

to learn there are many different ways through which they can include these beneficial plantbased foods into a dayto-day eating routine. What should you be eating? To reduce the risk of cervical cancer and fight off HPV it is suggested you eat foods that are rich in flavonoids, folate and carotenoids. Flavonoids are chemical compounds found in vegetables and fruits that are considered an integral source of protection against cancer. Flavonoidrich foods you should consider include apples, black beans, spinach, garlic, cabbage, cranberries, lettuce, soy and onions. Another option is to pair these foods with those that are rich in folate. This is a watersoluble B vitamin that

can improve cervical health by minimizing the risk of cancer in those who have HPV. It is possible that this folate helps your body to stop HPV infections from recurring, thus compounding your chances of developing cancerous cells. Foods that are rich in folate include avocados, orange juice, fortified cereals, chickpeas and lentils. Orange foods such as sweet potatoes, carrot and pumpkins are also highly advisable. These carotenoids, which are excellent sources of vitamin A, can help with cervical cancer prevention. What else can you do to boost your cervical health? Eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables is a good start, but you should

not stop there. There are other steps you can take to ensure that you have excellent cervical health and greatly reduce your chances of contracting this deadly form of cancer. These steps include getting regular (annual) pap smears to detect early cell changes, being faithful to one partner (HPV is sexually transmitted) and not smoking. With a little vigilance and clean living, you can help minimize the risk of contracting and even prevent cervical cancer. Chiropractor and holistic medicine practitioner, Dr. Juneau Robbins is founder of BlackNutrition.com and the Robbins Wellness Center in Minneapolis. He can be reached at info@blacknutrition.com.

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Equity on Ice partnerships at Tria Rink use hockey to promote academic success

An ice rink about to open in St. Paul not only sits atop a newly renovated, former downtown department store, it will also will be home to a mission encouraging children from disadvantaged backgrounds to reach for the top. Equity on Ice will soon drop the puck on a program led by Capital City Properties, the not-for-profit arm of the St. Paul Port Authority, to ensure equitable access to the Tria Rink at Treasure Island Center. Equity on Ice will leverage donations to secure ice time for youth players from the St. Paul community who may not otherwise be able to afford it. At the same time, additional space at Treasure Island Center –on the roof of the former Macy’s department store that the Port Authority bought and renovated – will house nonprofit organizations and tutoring space. One of the Port Authority’s key partners is the DinoMights youth hockey organization, which for many years has been using the sport in Minneapolis to teach character-building traits and improve academic performance of young people from disadvantaged neighborhoods. “DinoMights has seen firsthand in Minneapolis what a program like this can do,” said Sue Gherity, its board chair. The graduation rate for DinoMights since its founding in 1995 is 85 percent compared to 48 percent cumulative rate for Minneapolis Public Schools over the same time period. “We teach kids how to be teammates, how to play together, and we give them physical activity and the incentive to do better in school,” added Gherity. “By coming into St. Paul and being provided locker room and classroom space, we can show how the power of hockey can have a bigger impact in the community.” “As an economic development agency, we are encouraged by the longterm impact programs like DinoMights will have on the

future of our community. They connect with youth at-risk, providing the support that will help these kids increase their odds of graduating high school, finding a good job, and buying a home in Saint Paul,” said Lee Krueger, president of the St. Paul Port Authority and CEO of Capital City Properties. The Minnesota Wild announced in September an $80,000 grant that will be paid out over two years to DinoMights to support the expansion of their program into the Tria Rink. “It’s exciting to think that an ice rink on top of a closed department store can help our sport connect with kids who are struggling and show them

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Scenes such as this will soon become commonplace at Tria Rink in St. Paul thanks to Equity on Ice, a joint venture between the St. Paul Port Authority, the Minnesota Wild, Capital City Properties and Treasure Island.

the path to doing better in school,” said Minnesota Wild Foundation Executive Director Rachel Schuldt. “As the face of Minnesota changes and as our communities become more diverse, this is a way to make sure that anyone who loves and plays hockey can also experience the love of hockey while also being stronger students.” Equity on Ice is holding a community fundraising event on Jan. 31 at the Treasure Island Center. People attending will have the chance to skate on the rink, meet Wild players, and take part in other activities to raise additional funds to support the program. To learn more visit www.equityonice.org.

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Community A 2017 farewell note to young women A view from campus By Latisha Townsend Columnist As 2017 has come to an end I want to share some inspiration for the New Year. My peers and I have come up with several lifestyle tips for young women to consider for a happy 2018. Be intentional in your journey this year. Behaving without intentions can cause confusion that spreads to multiple parts of your life. Is what you’re doing at this moment conducive to where you want to be? You do not owe broken people or things your sanity or your happiness. Recognize when someone or something has no intention of changing for the better. Women tend to have a hero complex that we need to let go of once it becomes detrimental to our wellbeing. Set boundaries and decide which ones you are

yes. Practice ďŹ nancial discipline this year. Being able to aord something does not mean it is a useful expense. Treat every dollar like $100 and watch your funds pile up. Self-educate. Never rely on social media or a classroom to teach you everything you need to know. Go out and learn the world for yourself whether it is through reading books or personal experience. However, if you really want to gain knowledge, you will take advantage of both. Always ask for more. The sky is the limit. Be honest enough with yourself to admit that you want it all. Be assertive and conďŹ dent that it is yours and soon enough it will be. Find a healthy outlet for your anger, pain, trauma, and/or resentment. Allow good people to love you and allow yourself to love them back. Good connections are hard to come by in this fast-moving world. Please do not selfsabotage by treating good people like throwaways. Leave unrequited love and unreciprocated aection in 2017. There are billions of people in this world who

willing to compromise, and which are nonnegotiable. Decide what kind of woman you want to be. There is never going to be a perfect moment to stand up for yourself. Start today, sis. As you grow, you’ll have to remove yourself from certain environments that keep you in the past mindset. Do whatever is necessary to help you move forward. Your body is your temple and it belongs to you. You must treat it as you would treat a child. With that being said, be selective about with whom you share your energy. Act on your intuition. Pay attention to any red ags the ďŹ rst time you notice them and make changes as soon as possible. Encourage and elevate other women as well as support growth in men. Tearing others down or wishing for their downfall will not get you any further ahead. Recognize that there is plenty of room for everyone to grow and glow. If someone hurts you and allows you to completely leave their life, don’t come back. You should not have to be absent for people to recognize your value. Be as comfortable saying NO as you are saying

would do anything to take care of your heart. Know your worth and then add tax. Allow experiences to shape and adjust your mindset. You do not owe it to anyone to remain the exact same person throughout your entire life. Never feel like a hypocrite for changing your beliefs. Be gentle with your words. You may mean others no harm, but perspective is reality. Be mindful of your words and your tone before they leave your mouth. You never know how they may be perceived from another person’s perspective. I am praying for clarity, wealth, optimism and self-love for all of you in the New Year. We did not wake up and ďŹ nd ourselves completely transformed on Jan. 1, but what matters most is we actively work toward self-improvement. I look forward to stepping into 2018 with you ladies. Latisha Townsend is a senior at Minnesota State University, Mankato majoring in Communications. She is the president of the student organization, Black Motivated Women. She can be contacted at Latisha. Townsend@mnsu.edu.

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Kimberly Caprini runs for Minneapolis Public Schools Board Kimberly Caprini has announced a run for an at large position on the Minneapolis Public Schools Board. “As a lifelong resident of North Minneapolis, I remember what it was like to have a true sense of community in our schools and neighborhoods,â€? said Caprini in a statement. “After my children started to attend schools on the Northside, I became a very active parent. As a result, I have done a lot of listening and learning. Now, it’s time to lead.â€? Caprini said we are at a deďŹ ning moment in education,

where deďŹ cits will result in tough decisions and where our students deserve the best academic experience possible. “It is in moments like this where I am prepared to lead,â€? said the candidate. “As a leader in Northside schools for over 12 years and a member of the district’s World’s Best Workforce 2020 Advisory Committee, I am ready to represent all students and families districtwide. I strongly believe in public education and am ready to make Minneapolis Public Schools even stronger.â€?

“Moments: Remembering Prince� tells stories of Prince from a Warner executive’s perspective Columnist

By Violet Brown Instagram @violetesq Self-published, so Marylou Badeaux could maintain creative control and a handle on the release of her work in terms of timing, “Moment: Remembering Prince� reads like a scrapbook of the most amazing memories. Comprised of multiple one-to-two-page chapters, “Moments� is an easy read, and interesting enough to be

Cole James From 3 heighten (since President Donald Trump took oďŹƒce) on all sides,â€? said Coles James, 68. “And, when you’re a conservative, Black Republican, you know what the rhetoric is like on the ‘Left’ and, trust me, it’s not good.â€? James added that we all have to bear responsibility to get beyond partisan dierences and political debate that devolve into

consumed in one sitting. I could sum it up in two words ‌ unpretentious and downright adorable. Ok, that’s three words but necessary under the circumstances. In the interest of full disclosure, I provide the following information. Badeaux brings a dierent perspective to the mix of stories being told in this thing called life after. She worked with Prince for many years, but was not on his payroll, as she was vice president, Special Projects, Black Music, for Warner Bros. She was there when Warner signed Prince in 1978 and remained in that position until 1995. Working with him, members of the Paisley Park team and some of the most talented musicians on the planet,

i.e., Zapp and Roger Troutman, Ashford and Simpson, etc., she completed her time with Warner as vice president in the jazz division. She left the company during its merger with AOL in 2001 to pursue other creative passions in Australia via photography and design. As with many who have written about Prince since his passing, Badeaux has included some truly amazing stories of his generosity and in some cases, the, miraculous, for lack of a better word, results. Badeaux is an amazing storyteller and truly paints a vivid picture for the reader. The author also provides some really hilarious backstories to memorable events, and truths on creative process versus corporate practice challenges

name-calling and character assassination. “If I can turn that just a little bit, I would declare a success,â€? said Coles James. Coles James, who describes herself as a “happy warrior,â€? said big challenges come with the job, but as the ďŹ rst AfricanAmerican woman to lead the more than 40-year-old organization, she is proud to celebrate Black achievement. “It’s a ďŹ ne line of acknowledging and taking a minute to stop and celebrate, not only what this means for me, but

also for our community,â€? said Coles James. “When AfricanAmericans are being recognized as leaders, no matter where they are on the political spectrum, I’m glad to see it from the both the ‘Left’ and the ‘Right.’â€? James recalled President Barack Obama’s ďŹ rst election when she said she and others set aside politics and policy to celebrate what that meant for America. She said that she celebrated the accomplishments of Obama and admired his senior advisor, Valerie Jarrett, and that she’s been encouraged to see that

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encountered during the years. In her Prince podcast interview with Michael Dean, Badeaux delves into the important relationship between BET and her division of Warner. She speaks candidly on lessons she learned as a white woman working day-to-day in the world of what some called “Black music.� She said through the cathartic process of writing down her memories, she found opportunities to reconnect with people from her fantastic journey. Some of those people, such as Donnie Simpson, (BET’s “Video Soul�) and Atlanta Bliss (The Revolution trumpet player) provided quotes about the book. Eric Leeds (The Revolution sax player) provided the forward. Badeaux closes her book

by urging reconnection in this thing called life after ‌ That’s a lovely note on which to close. Prince himself said, in an interview with Tavis Smiley, “It’s a hurtful place, the world, in and of itself. We don’t need to add to it. And we’re in a place now where we all need one another, and it’s going to get rougher.â€? Truth. Things are much rougher, in myriad ways. Reach out. Reach back. Move forward in love. “Moments: Remembering Princeâ€? is another in a growing list of stories to educate, motivate and inspire toward that end. “Moments: Remembering Princeâ€? is available at www. Memories4You.com, Amazon and Barnes and Noble.

people are also celebrating what it means for her to be an AfricanAmerican woman leading the premiere, conservative public policy think tank. “It’s something we can celebrate, but at the same time we also have to say all of these individuals (Obama, Jarrett and James, herself), were there, because of our skills, abilities, knowledge and competence,� added Coles James. James said that she believes Americans are tired of the “toxic environment that exists in Washington right now, where we hate

people who disagree with us.� “I’m not saying that we will sit down at the table and all agree – we will not – but if we as Americans can’t demonstrate to the rest of the world what it looks like in a pluralistic society, to reach a consensus and move forward, then what can we say to the Sunnis and Shias,� asked Coles James. Coles James began her career in public service as a member of the National Commission on Children under President Ronald Reagan and later served as associate director of the White

House OďŹƒce of National Drug Control Policy and as assistant secretary for public aairs at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services under President George H.W. Bush. In 2001, she returned to the federal government to serve as President George W. Bush’s director of the OďŹƒce of Personnel Management. A graduate of Hampton University, the author of three books is founder and president of the Gloucester Institute, an organization that trains and nurtures leaders in the AfricanAmerican community.

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Monday, Jan. 8 ROCK We Can Be Heroes, David Bowie Tribute Dakota Jazz Club and Restaurant 1010 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis 7 p.m. $30-$40

Jan. 8 Jan. 21, 2018

Celebrate the music of the late David Bowie with Julius Collins, Jeremy Ylvisaker, Ryan Smith, Steve Price, Cory Eischen, Katie Gearty and Rachel Holder under the music direction of Prince’s bandmate and drummer, Michael Bland.

Tuesday, Jan. 9 COOKING

Aesthetically It! is a list of picks from the editors of Aesthetically Speaking. Aesthetically It! features venues, events, outings and more that are worthy of “It” status. If you have a venue, event or outing that you feel is “It” worthy, email us at aestheticallyit@ insightnews.com

New Member Weekly Kitchen Tour Kindred Kitchen 1206 W. Broadway Ave., Minneapolis 10 p.m. Appetite for Change invites you to tour the kitchen at Kindred Kitchen once a week. Learn all the behind the scenes details on how to run a commercial kitchen.

Wednesday, Jan. 10 HIP-HOP/ROCK Flobots with Tropidelic Turf Club 1601 University Ave. W., St. Paul

8 p.m. – 11 p.m. 21-plus $15 advance, $18 door

711 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis 8 p.m. 18-plus $25-$45

Flobots found mainstream success with their 2007 album “Fight with Tools.” They return to St. Paul opening for Tropidelic.

Straight out of Cleveland, see one of the most successful hiphop acts of all time.

Thursday, Jan. 11

Sunday, Jan. 14

HIP-HOP

HIP-HOP

We Are the Sota Azul Nightclub 400 N 3rd Ave., Minneapolis 8 p.m. 21-plus $10

KPW’s LP Release Party First Avenue 701 N. 1st Ave., Minneapolis 8 p.m. 18-plus $8 advance, $10 door

Catch a night of hip-hop with Scale Gang, CTB Rico, Chad Hall, Kold Gang, Flaw’Lyss, Benji-MN and Lakeem Johnson.

Hip-hop artist KPW releases his new project at First Avenue. His past collaborations include music with Your Old Droog.

Friday, Jan. 12

Monday, Jan. 15 HIP-HOP

Lil Jon collaborator and reality television star, Lil Scrappy, “puts his paws” on Minneapolis at Pyramd.

Saturday, Jan. 13

Bust-A-Yee 4: LaFlash Birthday Special Honey 205 E. Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis 9 p.m. 21-plus $5 Catch a night of hip-hop with D.N.A., Rich Garvey and Farr Well With DJ MiniMix and art by Zach Julen.

HIP-HOP

Tuesday, Jan. 16

Bone Thugs N Harmony Skyway Theatre

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Meah Ismail and Daonna Lewis.

Friday, Jan. 19 HIP-HOP/ROCK

Modern jazz great Roy Hargrove has collaborated with the likes of Common, Erkyah Badu and more and has a quite impressive solo career. He performs two shows at the Dakota.

The Current›s 13th Birthday Party with Dem Atlas First Avenue 701 N. 1st Ave., Minneapolis 7 p.m. – Midnight 18-plus $20

Wednesday, Jan. 17

Celebrate the 13th birthday of 89.3 The Current with Dem Atlas, Bully, Now, Now, and The Social Animals.

DISCO/FUNK/DANCE Freak of the Week Honey 205 E. Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis 7 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. 18-plus $5

Mar. 14 - 20

HIP-HOP Lil Scrappy Pyrmd 418 3rd Ave. N., Minneapolis 10 p.m. 21-plus $40-$60

Roy Hargrove Quintet Dakota Jazz Club 1010 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. $25-$40

DJs Mr. Lucky, Nola and Evian Rave celebrate their five-year anniversary of spinning disco and funk music.

Thursday, Jan. 18

Saturday, Jan. 20 WORLD/LATIN Malamanya with Siama The Cedar Cultural Center 416 Cedar Ave S, Minneapolis 8 p.m. All ages $12 advance, $15 door Afro-cuban band, Maamanya, plays The Cedar with Congolese guitarist Siama.

TRIBUTE

Sunday, Jan. 21

37th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Tribute Concert Ted Mann Concert Hall 2128 S 4th St., Minneapolis 7 p.m.

EDM

This musical event celebrating the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy features performances by the U of M Jazz Combo Jovonta Patton, Ashley DuBose, Delphin Starr,

Neon Dreams First Avenue 701 N. 1st Ave., Minneapolis 7 p.m. 18-plus $10 advance, $12 door Halifax-based EDM band, Neon Dreams, plays in the 7th Street Entry of First Avenue.

‘Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry’ runs Feb. 7 – March 3

SteppingStone Theatre brings to the stage award winning novel of a young girl growing up in 1933 Mississippi SteppingStone Theatre presents a gripping story of Cassie Logan’s coming of age in Jim Crow Mississippi. “Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry” is part of the 30th anniversary celebration of SteppingStone’s history of performances in St. Paul. “When looking at drastic times such as the ones we are currently living in, we must sometimes look to the past so that we are better prepared for the future. With that in mind, I think it’s a pretty good time to revisit Mildred Taylor’s powerful work,” said director, Kory LaQuess Pullam. Following the Feb. 9 opening night performance, SteppingStone invites patrons to attend the Opening Night Reception in the Studio at SteppingStone Theatre. Theatergoers can mix and mingle with the cast and crew while enjoying refreshments, courtesy of SteppingStone Theatre. Tickets start at $12 and are online at www. brownpapertickets.com/event/ 2939717. Stepping Stone Theatre is located at 55 N. Victoria St., St. Paul.

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Left to right: Eponine Diatta as “Stacy,” Inayah El-Amin as “Casey” and Charles Logan as “Little Man”

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Minnesota’s best new R&B/soul acts be Minnesotans.

5 for ‘18

By Toki Wright A state isn’t a state without a defined arts and culture scene. The social scene is what brings people out of their homes – even in bitter cold – and attracts audiences from across the globe. It’s that time of year again to celebrate the best up and coming R&B and soul musicians in our community. Here are some of the acts that made a big impression this year and made us proud to

Mayyadda A true talent has been working her way up through the ranks this year. Born and raised in Minneapolis, Mayyadda is a multi-instrumentalist that has been playing piano since age 2. At age 3 she started singing and much later down the line began writing her own music at 21. Along with a golden voice, Mayyadda’s storytelling skills are filled with a healthy balance humor and seriousness that has kept audiences demanding more all year. In 2017 she released her second, and admittedly most well produced, EP called “eightynine.” Drawing on a range of influences from hiphop, to pop, folk and trap

music, there isn’t necessarily one category in which she fits. This year saw noteworthy performances at the Dakota Jazz Club, Vieux Carré and a Los Angeles audition for “The Voice.” Look out for big things from Mayyadda in 2018.

on drums and Andy Schupp on guitar. The band has jazziness, lo-fi qualities, funky grooves and raw energy. The track “Waiting on Ayvah” has done an impressive 11,800-plus plays on Soundcloud since its recent release. Look out for much more from Ayvah in 2018.

Ayvah With breathtaking vocals and an insanely coordinated band, Ayvah is on their way to stardom. Lead by singer/ songwriter Ayvah McFarlane, Ayvah has carved out its own path in the sound of the town. Bandmates include Ethan Yeshaya, son of legendary composer Adi Yeshaya (Whitney Houston, Prince, Aretha Franklin) on bass, Samuel Rosenstone on piano, Joey Hays

Asia Divine Back in April, singer/ songwriter Asia Divine released the moody six-song project “Purgatory” on Soundcloud. The project has a sunken, underwater, sound for the listener. Standout cuts include “Backwards” featuring Connecticut to Minnesota transplant, Kazem, (who was recently featured on The Current), and “Be Here.” The soul singer also produces,

plays the guitar and models. With plenty of collaborations under her belt, look out for more art from Asia Divine in the coming year.

Nick Jordan A name on a lot of people’s lists this year is Minneapolis based singer/songwriter and producer Nick Jordan. First making a splash featured on Ness Nite’s “Yes,” it was destined that he’d make big noise. In August 4 Jordan packed out the 7th Street Entry for the release of the “Dividends” EP. Go 95.3 also recognized the EP as one of the “Nine Overlooked Hip Hop and R&B Albums of 2017.” Incorporating synchronized dance elements into his live stage show has also made

Jordan a crowd favorite for performances. Dua Multidimensional artist Dua had a big year to say the least in 2017. The mysterious musician has crafted a distinct vocal delivery paired with top notch, and often abstract production. The track “First Take,” produced by Mike Frey, was a local favorite along with the Psymun produced “Kickflip.” Dua had notable performances in 2017 at First Avenue as well as The Feels at Icehouse. Dua is bringing a new, unique and much needed sound to the Twin Cities.

Celebrating Prince with the NPG set for four shows at the Dakota

Prince fans coming to the Twin Cities for the 2018 Super Bowl are in for a special treat at the Dakota Jazz Club as the New Power Generation perform four shows Feb. 2 and Feb. 3. The Dakota, 1010 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, was a Prince favorite. He performed a six-night residency there in 2013 and was known to frequently take in concerts at the intimate 260-seat nightclub. The NPG toured worldwide in 2017 and will be heading to Japan and Australia shortly after the rare Minneapolis club dates. The Twin Cities gigs will be their first public performances in the U.S. since the group reunited last year following the «Official Prince Tribute” concert at Excel Center in St. Paul where they served as the house band for the five-hour event. The NPG is made up of NPG alumni, including some of its earliest members. Former Prince music director and keyboard player Morris Hayes – the longest running member ever of the NPG – joined the group in 1991 and remained until 2012. Also on keys is Tommy Barbarella, another long-time member of the NPG and frequent co-writer with Prince. Rapper Tony Mosley first met Prince after auditioning to be a dancer in “Purple Rain” and was an original member of the NPG. He was instrumental in bringing a hip-hop sound to Prince and the NPG’s earliest and most commercially successful releases and shares cowriter credit with Prince on a number of tracks, including “Sexy MF,” “Gett Off”, “Live 4 Love,” “My Name is Prince” and “Daddy Pop.” “Diamonds and Pearls,” released in 1991, was Prince’s most commercially successful record since the 1984 soundtrack, “Purple Rain.” Levi Seacer – the man on the blue guitar – was the first member of the NPG and also toured with Prince on both the “Sign O’ the Times” and “Lovesexy” tours in the late 1980s before the NPG

formed. He shares songwriting credit with Prince on several songs and served as president of NPG Records in the mid90s. Grammy-award winning producer and former NPG member Andrew Gouche will be on bass. Kirk Johnson, percussionist and dancer in the original NPG, became its drummer in 1996 and was a co-writer/producer with Prince for a number of artists, including Chaka Khan, Mavis Staples, Tevin Campbell, Nona Gaye and Boyz II Men. Damon Dickson, also a dancer in the original NPG is on background vocals and percussion. “Celebrating Prince” is a collection of some of Prince’s most memorable recordings that span all eras of the Purple One’s eclectic songbook. The February showcase will include hits from

one of his most acclaimed periods like «Get Off,» «Cream,» and «Diamonds and Pearls,» as well as other hits and album cuts from his immense catalog. “We›re honored and humbled to pay homage to our friend and mentor who happens to be one of music’s true and greatest legends. We’re especially psyched to do this at a time when everyone›s energy and enthusiasm will be high for the big game and all the festivities around it,” said Morris Hayes, who played alongside Prince on the rainsoaked Miami stage at the 2007 Super Bowl. “Of course, there is always a bittersweet element to performing this music without Prince, but we consistently hear from his fans that our shows are a helpful and healing experience for them. Playing during the Su-

per Bowl festivities, in particular, may be a bit rough for me as it brings home my performance with Prince during the halftime show in Miami. But we’ll transcend any sadness and use that emotion to celebrate the man and his music, like we always do. For those who won’t have a chance at one of the limited number of Dakota tickets, they can catch a mini-concert when the NPG headlines the “Super Bowl Live” concert on Jan. 31 – the sixth night of free Minnesota music in the 10-day “Super Bowl Live” concert series on Nicollet Mall, curated by the Minnesota Super Bowl Host Committee and produced by Jimmy Jam Harris and Terry Lewis. “Being a huge football and Vikings fan – like Prince – it

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