Hmong Arts Celebration moves forward at Mall of America

The Hmong Arts Celebration went on at Mall of America with added security after organizers moved forward following a foiled planned terror attack. The event took place Saturday at Mall of America. As 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS previously reported, the event had been the target of a planned terror attack that the FBI stopped earlier this month after a nearly two-year investigation. READ MORE: Judge orders Mall of America terror plot suspect to stay in custodyOrganizers said they decided to move forward after discussions and coordination with law enforcement and Mall of America.  Attendees told 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS they appreciated the increased security and shared a sense of determination and hope. I mean, it s an amazing event, it s a huge production, Anesh Patel, from Minneapolis said. A dazzling display of Hmong music, arts and culture turned the mall s rotunda into a performance stage. The celebration was in its second year at Mall of America and was expected to draw th