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Ken McCraley is the owner of KMS Air Duct Cleaning and KMS Construction located on Snelling Avenue. He's been in business for 27 years and in Longfellow since 2009. KMS specializes in commercial and residential air duct cleaning and was hard hit by the effects of Covid-19 when the statewide stay at home order prevented Ken and his crew from entering into residential customer's homes. At the start of the pandemic, Ken had to layoff 11 of the 47 employees on his team. They are now back up to 41 and still have hopes of bringing the remainder of folks back to work. Ken is a firm believer that small businesses employ diverse communities and it is important to support them.
Like many others, Ken is still getting used to the new normal and incorporating changes into the business for potential long term success. KMS specializes in air duct cleaning, but can also clean your furnace, air conditioner, dryer vent, fireplaces, chimney and more. Please consider KMS if you need air duct cleaning or construction services: www.kmsclean.com.
Like many others, Ken is still getting used to the new normal and incorporating changes into the business for potential long term success. KMS specializes in air duct cleaning, but can also clean your furnace, air conditioner, dryer vent, fireplaces, chimney and more. Please consider KMS if you need air duct cleaning or construction services: www.kmsclean.com.
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Longfellow Businesses Impacted by Covid-19
Meseret Asfew is the owner of Meseret's Ethiopian Restaurant at 38th and Minnehaha. Her grand opening was only a year ago and due to the Coronavirus, she feels like she is starting over from scratch. "I lost many customers because of COVID-19, including many regulars. Some of my customers who I've built friendships with I don't get to see anymore, and that's really hard. It's difficult to deal with the uncertainty. Many really nice community members have still be coming, and I am thankful for their support. The virus is not only bad for our physical health, but our mental health too. I keep reminding myself that I am thankful for the customers I have and for the opportunities to continue cooking for my community."
Meseret's is open for Take-Out! Right now, the easiest way is to call the restaurant at 612-354-4419. Stay tuned - her new website with online ordering will be launching soon at www.meseretethiopianrestaurant.com.
Meseret's is open for Take-Out! Right now, the easiest way is to call the restaurant at 612-354-4419. Stay tuned - her new website with online ordering will be launching soon at www.meseretethiopianrestaurant.com.
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Portraits from 6ft is a project of photographer Carina Lofgren that captures Minnesotans' everyday lives amid the Covid-19 crisis. During this time of uncertainty and social distance, this project brings people together by sharing unique stories from our community. The LBA and our partner organization Redesign are working with Carina this Spring to document Longfellow businesses impacted by the virus.
Thanks to Redesign and the City of Minneapolis for funding this project through the Great Streets Neighborhood Business District Program. |
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Ricardo Levins Morales is an artist and organizer with a studio located on Minnehaha Avenue. Like many small business owners, his day-to-day operations have changes since the COVID-19 pandemic, and more recently, the political uprising following the murder of Georgre Floyd. Through these changes, he continues to raise awareness of the systemic oppression that existed long before the recent crises.
“The art I create - and that we distribute - is intended to be medicinal, supporting people's resilience in the face of oppression. In the current situation we've been making more social media images, coloring pages and both downloadable and salable posters that address the pandemic and its impacts in ways that both inform and comfort.
The pandemic has made it obvious (to those who might have missed it) that inequality and injustice are disease vectors. My art supports people's struggles for adequate housing, wages, healthy food and a clean environment - the true building blocks of public health.”
Support his work via his online retail, there are many items available at low costs! https://www.rlmartstudio.com/browse-art/
“The art I create - and that we distribute - is intended to be medicinal, supporting people's resilience in the face of oppression. In the current situation we've been making more social media images, coloring pages and both downloadable and salable posters that address the pandemic and its impacts in ways that both inform and comfort.
The pandemic has made it obvious (to those who might have missed it) that inequality and injustice are disease vectors. My art supports people's struggles for adequate housing, wages, healthy food and a clean environment - the true building blocks of public health.”
Support his work via his online retail, there are many items available at low costs! https://www.rlmartstudio.com/browse-art/
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Longfellow Businesses Impacted by Covid-19
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Ricardo Levins Morales is an artist and organizer with a studio located on Minnehaha Avenue. Like many small business owners, his day-to-day operations have changes since the COVID-19 pandemic, and more recently, the political uprising following the murder of Georgre Floyd. Through these changes, he continues to raise awareness of the systemic oppression that existed long before the recent crises.
“The art I create - and that we distribute - is intended to be medicinal, supporting people's resilience in the face of oppression. In the current situation we've been making more social media images, coloring pages and both downloadable and salable posters that address the pandemic and its impacts in ways that both inform and comfort. The pandemic has made it obvious (to those who might have missed it) that inequality and injustice are disease vectors. My art supports people's struggles for adequate housing, wages, healthy food and a clean environment - the true building blocks of public health.”
Support Ricardo's work via his online retail: www.rlmartstudio.com
“The art I create - and that we distribute - is intended to be medicinal, supporting people's resilience in the face of oppression. In the current situation we've been making more social media images, coloring pages and both downloadable and salable posters that address the pandemic and its impacts in ways that both inform and comfort. The pandemic has made it obvious (to those who might have missed it) that inequality and injustice are disease vectors. My art supports people's struggles for adequate housing, wages, healthy food and a clean environment - the true building blocks of public health.”
Support Ricardo's work via his online retail: www.rlmartstudio.com
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Portraits from 6ft is a project of photographer Carina Lofgren that captures Minnesotans' everyday lives amid the Covid-19 crisis. During this time of uncertainty and social distance, this project brings people together by sharing unique stories from our community. The LBA and our partner organization Redesign are working with Carina this Spring to document Longfellow businesses impacted by the virus.
Thanks to Redesign and the City of Minneapolis for funding this project through the Great Streets Neighborhood Business District Program. |
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Longfellow Businesses Impacted by Covid-19
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Cathy Heying, Executive Director of The Lift Garage
We have closed the business to the public and all staff are working from home, with limited forays to the shop.
The art I create - and that we distribute - is intended to be medicinal, supporting people's resilience in the face of oppression. In the current situation we've been making more social media images, coloring pages and both downloadable and salable posters that address the pandemic and its impacts in ways that both inform and comfort. Check out (on our website and social media) what we are doing and share it if it resonates with you. Certainly purchase posters, cards or other items - we intentionally keep prices low - if they meet your needs personally or as gifts for others. The pandemic has made it obvious (to those who might have missed it) that inequality and injustice are disease vectors. My art supports people's struggles for adequate housing, wages, healthy food and a clean environment - the true building blocks of public health. |
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With the waiting room closed to the public, Cathy is the only office staff on site and in addition to her normal responsibilities as Executive Director, she serves as the go-between between techs and service writers who are working from home. With two technicians on leave of absence due to high-risk health concerns, she does the occasional repair as well.
Like many business owners these days, Cathy is overwhelmed and struggles to keep morale up, but focuses on the positive, stating, "I am so grateful for the team I have who are willing to come in and work hard every day under hard circumstances and risk. I'm so grateful we've found a way to keep people safe while also being here for our customers."
Want to support The Lift? Community support and donations help cover overhead costs and are needed more than ever. You can join their Annual (virtual) Fundraising Breakfast on May 28th to hear more from Cathy or visit www.theliftgarage.org and make a donation today.
Like many business owners these days, Cathy is overwhelmed and struggles to keep morale up, but focuses on the positive, stating, "I am so grateful for the team I have who are willing to come in and work hard every day under hard circumstances and risk. I'm so grateful we've found a way to keep people safe while also being here for our customers."
Want to support The Lift? Community support and donations help cover overhead costs and are needed more than ever. You can join their Annual (virtual) Fundraising Breakfast on May 28th to hear more from Cathy or visit www.theliftgarage.org and make a donation today.
Portraits from 6ft is a project of photographer Carina Lofgren that captures Minnesotans' everyday lives amid the Covid-19 crisis. During this time of uncertainty and social distance, this project brings people together by sharing unique stories from our community. The LBA and our partner organization Redesign are working with Carina this Spring to document Longfellow businesses impacted by the virus. Thanks to Redesign and the City of Minneapolis for funding this project through Great Streets Neighborhood Business District Program.
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Longfellow Businesses Impacted by Covid-19
Amber & Jesse Walker and their kiddos
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Amber and Jesse Walker are the co-owners of Happy Human Fitness. Haven't heard of them? They're one of many home-based businesses in Longfellow that often go under the radar. Normally, Happy Human provides in-home personal training to busy families and seniors interested in lifelong health and happiness. The Coronavirus has cut revenue in half and limited their normal scope of operations, but they are still able to offer online personal training and training outside in parks or backyards.
Like so many people, Amber, Jesse and their two boys (ages 9 and 4) are experiencing wide ranging emotions and coping day to day can be a challenge. But, their outlook provides grounding in the midst of uncertainty: "People think being a happy human means never having a bad day or being in a bad mood. We think that is an unreasonable expectation. Being honest with yourself and those around you about your moods and struggles is the quickest way back to happiness."
For Amber and Jesse, kind words are the feel that keep them going. If you find Happy Human helpful in any way (classes, Facebook posts, or personal training), let them know. The encouragement is what gives them the passion to run an amazing business - even during a pandemic.
Like so many people, Amber, Jesse and their two boys (ages 9 and 4) are experiencing wide ranging emotions and coping day to day can be a challenge. But, their outlook provides grounding in the midst of uncertainty: "People think being a happy human means never having a bad day or being in a bad mood. We think that is an unreasonable expectation. Being honest with yourself and those around you about your moods and struggles is the quickest way back to happiness."
For Amber and Jesse, kind words are the feel that keep them going. If you find Happy Human helpful in any way (classes, Facebook posts, or personal training), let them know. The encouragement is what gives them the passion to run an amazing business - even during a pandemic.
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Portraits from 6ft is a project of photographer Carina Lofgren that captures Minnesotans' everyday lives amid the Covid-19 crisis. During this time of uncertainty and social distance, this project brings people together by sharing unique stories from our community. The LBA and our partner organization Redesign are working with Carina this Spring to document Longfellow businesses impacted by the virus.
Thanks to Redesign and the City of Minneapolis for funding this project through the Great Streets Neighborhood Business District Program. |
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