Association for Black Economic Power (ABEP) announced today new support for the launch of the
Village Financial Cooperative from two leading organizations in the credit union sector. “We remain committed to the launch of the Village Financial Cooperative, and will be working in close coordination with both the Minnesota Credit Union Network, and the African-American Credit Union Coalition,” said Ms. Hurston.
Mr. Mark Cummins, President & CEO of the Minnesota Credit Union Network said, “We’re seeking to provide the critical mentorship and support needed for the launch of the Village Financial Cooperative. Our member credit unions and the staff at the Minnesota Credit Union Network are truly excited to bring the cooperative principles of the credit union movement to this worthy project.”
Troubled north Minneapolis corner poses potential test of new public safety approach A rough stretch of the North Side may provide a telling first test of a new strategy that prioritizes mental health care and drug treatment. January 19, 2021 9:20pm Text size Copy shortlink:
Situated in the heart of north Minneapolis commercial district, the corner of W. Broadway and N. Lyndale Avenue is home to a grocery store, a Walgreens, and a gas station that locals have taken to calling the murder station.
The Winner Gas station very nearly lived up to its dark nickname again when a 19-year-old was shot there last month. He was one of at least 21 people to have been struck by gunfire around the intersection since last June.