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During Black History Month, 100 Black Men of the Twin Cities and Big Brothers Big Sisters Twin Cities Announce Partnership to Build the Next Generation of Black Leaders Minneapolis–St. Paul, MN — Feb. 10, 2026 — During Black History Month, 100 Black Men of the Twin Cities (100BMTC) and Big Brothers Big Sisters Twin Cities (BBBSTC) announced a partnership to expand mentorship and leadership development for Black male youth across the Twin Cities. This partnership honors the legacy of Black leadership by increasing access to positive Black male role models and consistent developmental opportunities. BBBSTC currently has a waiting list of more than 600 youth, and due to high demand for male mentors, some young people wait more than two years for a match. In response, the organizations are mobilizing more Black men to serve as mentors while supporting youth through Jr. 100, a leadership initiative of 100BMTC that provides consistent engagement and exposure to Black leadership. “For more than sixty years, the 100 Black Men of America has affirmed that mentorship in the Black community is foundational,” said Kheph Rakhu, President of 100 Black Men of the Twin Cities. “Partnering with 100 Black Men Twin Cities reflects a shared commitment to showing up for Black youth with consistency and care,” said Pat Sukhum, CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters Twin Cities. The partnership includes joint community events, coordinated storytelling, and the continued growth of the annual Black MENTors BBQ. About 100 Black Men of the Twin Cities Founded in 2020, 100BMTC is a 501(c)(3) youth development organization and a chapter of the national 100 Black Men of America, focused on mentoring, education, and leadership development. Learn more at 100bmtc.org. About Big Brothers Big Sisters Twin Cities BBBSTC creates and supports mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth across the Twin Cities. Learn more at bigstwincities.org/volunteer.

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<a href="https://minnesota.cbslocal.com/2021/10/16/man-70-killed-in-otsego-crash/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CBS Minnesota</a> October 16, 2021 A 70-year-old man was killed in a crash in Otsego on Friday morning. According to the state patrol, a truck was traveling south on Highway 101 when it left the road a struck the bridge wall near Wright County Road 36. The driver, Dennis Kerssen from Elk River, died at the scene. <hr /> CBS Local Digital Media personalizes the global reach of CBS-owned and operated television and radio stations with a local perspective.

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October 16, 2021 A 70-year-old man was killed in a crash in Otsego on Friday morning.

According to the state patrol, a truck was traveling south on Highway 101 when it left the road a struck the bridge wall near Wright County Road 36. The driver, Dennis Kerssen from Elk River, died at the scene.

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Man, 70, Killed In Otsego Crash

According to the state patrol, a truck was traveling south on Highway 101 when it left the road a struck a bridge wall.

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The next monthly meeting of the Minnesota Chapter of the Mutual UFO Network (MN MUFON) will be held Saturday, May 9, from 2:00 - 5:00 PM with a social period from 1:30 - 2:00 PM, both online via Zoom and in-person at the <a href="https://www.newbrightonmn.gov/306/Community-Center" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">New Brighton Community Center, 400 10th St NW, New Brighton, Minnesota 55112</a>.Starting last March, Zoom on-line attendees need to register in advance. To attend via Zoom, simply register here: <a href="https://mnmufon.com/registration-mn-monthly/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Count Me In!</a>

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