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Black city councilmember alleges discrimination from colleagues in Kettle River
Being one of the few people of color who live in Kettle River, 42 miles southwest of Duluth, Councilmember Monique Doward wants to improve her hometown. For example, she tried to apply for a grant to fix the city playground. “The kids deserve it,” Doward said, showing off the sinking play structure during a recent MSR visit.
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