(Minneapolis, MN) — March 15, 2022 — akoyaGO, the premier software solution to optimize the grant making process, welcomes Mark Montoya as Chief Experience Officer. Montoya brings with him deep industry knowledge and a keen ability to build a sustainable culture of excellence that maximizes a customer-centric approach. He will oversee the customer lifecycle and ensure a stellar user journey. Continually innovating the experience, he will serve as an ambassador
(Arden Hills, MN) March 15th, 2022 — Army Maj. Gen. Michael Wickman, who has led the division since November 2019, has relinquished command to Army Brig. Gen. Charles Kemper, in a ceremony in Arden Hills on March 12, 2022. “During his tenure as the commanding general, General Wickman was instrumental to the overall success of the 34th Infantry Division during an unprecedented time of operational requirements, social turmoil, and unique
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (February 28, 2022) – Kraus-Anderson (KA) has completed construction of The Larking, a new $100 million, 16-story residential tower and Wells Fargo branch, located at 615 S. 8th St. in the heart of the Minneapolis East Town district. Designed by ESG Architects, The Larking is a mixed-use development featuring a 400,714-square-foot residential complex that will deliver 341 market-rate apartments. The development includes three levels of underground parking and is
Cuyuna Regional Medical Center in Crosby is named one of the best hospitals in the United States by Newsweek magazine in its annual “World’s Best Hospitals” ranking released in March. (Crosby MN) – March 8th, 2022 — Cuyuna Regional Medical Center in Crosby is named one of the best hospitals in the United States by Newsweek magazine in its annual “World’s Best Hospitals” ranking released in March. CRMC is one
(Waite Park MN) — After cancelling their 2020, and then the 2021 tour, the Goo Goo Dolls get back on the road again. The tour starts in late March. Just prior to Covid, the Goo Goo Dolls wrote and recorded their twelfth full-length album, Miracle Pill [Warner Records.] Touring to support this record has been delayed until now. But during the Covid downtime, the Goo Goo Dolls did head
Near Lake Mille Lacs you’ll find Katio State Park. Here are a few of our favorite pictures. You may also want to read a more in depth article about the park at our other website – 320FUN.com.
(Bemidji MN) February 22nd, 2022 — The Rural Broadband Association Chief Executive Officer Shirley Bloomfield today announced Paul Bunyan Communications as a winner of the 2021 Smart Rural CommunitySM (SRC) Showcase Award. Paul Bunyan Communications is a member of NTCA, the premier association representing nearly 850 independent, community-based telecommunications companies in rural communities across America. NTCA’s SRC program is a network of communities supported by providers who are committed to
The Murals of Sauk Center is an on going project. Artist Roger Reinardy is responsible for their creation. According to Visit Sauk Centre’s website, Reinardy had a “lifetime career as a commercial artist who designed beautifully artistic counted cross stitch and needlepoint projects. But when he moved home to Sauk Centre, he began to expand his horizons” All of the Murals are within walking distance if you park downtown.
(Minnesota) March 11th, 2022 — The first Minnesota MATHCOUNTS State Competition in three years will begin Friday, March 11. The lobby at the Crowne Plaza West in Plymouth will come to life when more than 300 middle school mathletes, parents, coaches and volunteers head to the registration desks. Minnesota MATHCOUNTS’ parent organization, the Minnesota Society of Professional Engineers, will sponsor first-night engineering activities. In one activity teams of four will
(Minnesota) February 22nd, 2022 — Minnesota Commerce Commissioner Grace Arnold announced new leadership for the Commerce Division of Energy Resources, appointing Kevin Lee as deputy commissioner. Lee brings experiences in energy resource policies, regulation, technology, and economic development that are essential in his new role. “Commerce is fortunate to have Kevin Lee stepping into this leadership role at a time when the State of Minnesota has tremendous opportunities
(Redwing and St Paul MN) Viking® celebrated their new 386-guest Viking Mississippi® . The ship was “floated out” in Louisiana, marking a major construction milestone and the first time the ship has touched water. Set to debut in June 2022, the Viking Mississippi will sail Viking’s highly-anticipated voyages on the Lower and Upper Mississippi River, between New Orleans and St. Paul. “It is a proud moment that this new ship has met an American waterway for the first time,” said
Minneapolis , MN March 4, 2022 — Minnesota based Southern Rock band is making major moves this year. Having just released their powerful debut album, The Revival, last year, the band is already seeing the immense payoff for their continuous hard work. They have played live show after live show, to wondrous audiences, and aren’t planning to stop anytime soon. As a matter of fact, they are gearing up to
(Elk River, MN,) March 4, 2022 – NAI Legacy and its affiliates are pleased to announce the acquisition of the 80,000 SF Industrial property for the new JonnyPops headquarters. The new facility, what they call the “Plant for the Future” project is located about 30 miles outside of the Minneapolis-Saint Paul urban district. The property is located on 14 acres, in, Elk River. In the past 10 years, JonnyPops
(Bloomington MN), February 16, 2022 — EnChroma, the creators of glasses for color blindness, and Best Buy have announced that EnChroma glasses are now available to millions of people who suffer from color blindness (Color Vision Deficiency) through BestBuy.com. Overall, one in 12 men (8%) and one in 200 women (.5%) are color blind. There are 13 million in the US and 350 million worldwide. People with normal color vision
(Whitefish, MI)- So technically, this story comes out of Michigan, but Lake Superior is such a big part of Minnesota, that we just had to include it! The Great Lakes Shipwreck Historical Society (GLSHS) is excited to announce the discovery of the 172-foot schooner-barge Atlanta. The Atlanta was found 35 miles off Deer Park, Mich., in 650 feet of water in Lake Superior. Shipwreck hunting can be tedious. More than 2,500 miles
(Minnesota) — The Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s (MDA) “Minnesota Pavilion” will be back in-person at Natural Products Expo West in Anaheim, CA, for the first time since 2019. Eight Minnesota businesses – many of which showcase clean-ingredient, plant-based, and environmentally-friendly food trends – will be featured at Expo West, the largest tradeshow of its kind. Expo West focuses on organic, natural, and healthy foods from across the country. The MDA
To date, our research suggests that organizations are recouping the losses of the early pandemic. We expect to see a significant market recovery to pre-2020 volumes through the rest of this year.”
— David Hamilton, Solifi CEO
Aspiring To Create Hip Hop That Heals – Dante Pirtle Astounds in Latest Album titled ‘The Hell I Know’ With poignant lyricism and stunning vocals, Dante Pirtle aims to heal Black trauma one song at a time (Minneapolis MN) — March 1, 2022 – Dante Pirtle is an up and coming singer and songwriter who lives in Minneapolis, MN. Originally from East Saint Louis, IL, he has been creating music
(Alexandria MN)– February 28th, 2022 — Alexandria residents Earl and Sonya Anderson have been named the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Volunteer Snowmobile Instructors of the Year for 2021. The award typically goes to one person, but the Andersons have worked together for years to certify nearly 6,500 students in snowmobile safety. Earl and Sonya Anderson committed to providing foundation for lifetime of safe riding Going Above and Beyond The
(Minnesota) — The State Climatology Office is looking for volunteer rainfall monitors for the Community Collaborative Rain, Hail and Snow Network (CoCoRaHS). The network includes more than 20,000 volunteers nationwide who measure precipitation in their backyards using a standard 4 inch diameter rain gauge and submit reports online. Climatologist Pete Boulay said the data from backyard rain gauges are helpful and important in many ways. “These volunteers help to verify
