Last year, 52% of reservations were made at least 6 days out – book before February 9th for the best shot of securing your favorite table7 (San Fransisco) — Feb. 7, 2024 — According to a survey commissioned by OpenTable, Valentine’s Day is no longer just for couples:1 Americans will consider dining out with family (18%) or friends (15%) this year. This trend is backed by OpenTable data: last year, nearly ⅓
(Minnesota) – February 5th, 2024- – In a positive development for individuals with allergies, legislators are considering the ADINA Act, a groundbreaking initiative led by Representative Dean Phillips. The ADINA Act is a bill that would amend the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to require labeling of major food allergens or gluten-containing grains on drugs intended for human use and hold medications to the same labeling standards as food products.
(Orlando, Fl.) — February 3rd, 2024 — Orlando, Florida, basked in a blaze of sunshine as tens of thousands of enthusiastic fans lined its streets to witness the inaugural U.S. Olympic Team Trials – Marathon on Saturday, creating a historic moment for the state. The atmosphere was charged with anticipation, and the event did not disappoint. In a thrilling men’s race, training partners Conner Mantz and Clayton Young clinched the
(Minneapolis, MN) — Feb. 05, 2024 — Today marks an exciting milestone as GrandPad proudly unveils Grandie, the innovative patent-pending virtual companion that is enabled by AI. Specifically created for seniors, Grandie is now available exclusively on the GrandPad tablet. Grandie represents a revolutionary leap in providing personalized, engaging, and enriching experiences tailored to the unique needs of older adults. Designed with the intention of fostering meaningful interactions, Grandie
John Babcock, after 30 years at Satellite, has been promoted to CEO. He plans to maintain the company’s financial strength, culture, and growth opportunities. I am honored to help lead Satellite into an exciting future, guided by our Policy A-1 to do what is best for our customers, what is best for our employees, and what is best for our ownership.” — John Babcock (Minneapolis, MN) — January 25,
MAPLE GROVE, Minn., Jan. 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — TopLine Financial Credit Union, a Twin Cities-based member-owned financial services cooperative, was honored with two marketing awards from the Minnesota Credit Union Network (MnCUN). The Minnesota Credit Union Network Marketing Awards acknowledges the outstanding programs credit unions have created to grow brand awareness and market to members and nonmembers alike. TopLine was recognized in two categories: Design and Digital Advertising. In
Chef Elle Shares Healthy Recipes and Eating Tips, Encourages Taking a Cancer Health Check Loaded with fiber and antioxidants, apples are not only beneficial for the body and mind, but they are also an easy addition to your daily diet.” — Kristi Harris, Honeybear Brands (Elgin, MN) — February 1, 2024 — This February during National Cancer Prevention Month, Honeybear Brands® Pazazz® apple and Chef Elle Simone Scott
(Worthington, MN) — February 3rd, 2024 — The shores of Lake Okabena in Worthington are set to come alive with the exhilarating combination of windsurfing prowess and eclectic music as the annual Worthington Windsurfing Regatta & Music Festival returns for another thrilling edition. This event, which has become a staple on the calendars of windsurfing enthusiasts and music lovers alike, promises an unforgettable weekend of excitement, entertainment, and community spirit.
MINNEAPOLIS HAIR STYLIST SICA DAWN STYLES FOR CENTER STAGE BACKSTAGE AT THE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION’S RED DRESS COLLECTION CONCERT IN NYC TO GO RED FOR WOMEN To help raise awareness for Cardiovascular Disease – which kills more women each year than all forms of cancer combined – is an amazing gift.” — Sica Dawn (Minneapolis, MN) — February 2, 2024 — On this year’s Go Red for Women Day, recognized
(Thief River Falls, MN) — Jan. 30, 2024 — DigiKey, a leading global commerce distributor offering the largest selection of technical components and automation products in stock for immediate shipment, announced today that it expanded its portfolio in 2023 by adding more than 450 new suppliers across their core business, DigiKey Marketplace and Fulfilled by DigiKey program. The company added more than 1.7 million new accessible parts, including 230,000+ parts
(New Ulm, MN) — February 1, 2024 – Matt Kamm, who is employed as a Diesel Technician by North Central International (NCI) in New Ulm, MN, has won Navistar’s 2023 Technician of the Year Award, in the Veteran category. This is a great accomplishment in that Matt was up against many other talented technicians from International truck dealerships from all over the United States and Canada. Matt has worked for
Elk River family received a new basement remodel and bedroom makeover at no charge through Purpose Driven Restoration, NARI Cares MN, and Make-A-Wish. (Elk River, Mn) — December 22, 2023 – This year, in a heartwarming representation of compassion and unity, Purpose Driven Restoration (PDR) partnered with the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI Cares MN) and the Make-A-Wish Foundation to bring a ray of hope into
(Minnesota) — January 30th, 2024 — The 2024 Restaurant and Chef Awards semifinalists for the James Beard Awards® presented by Capital One have been announced. There are seven semifinalists from Minnesota including: Daniel del Prado, Porzana, Minneapolis, MN for Outstanding Chef. Oro by Nixta, Minneapolis, MN for Best New Restaurant. Marc Heu, Marc Heu Pâtisserie Paris, St. Paul, MN for Outstanding Pastery Chef or Baker. Meteor, Minneapolis, MN for Outstanding
Tom Hochuli will lead the organization as it renews its commitment to advancing cell and gene therapy (Minneapolis, MN) — January 30, 2024 – NMDP BioTherapies℠, formerly Be The Match BioTherapies, announced that Tom Hochuli will serve as president, leading the organization into its promising future phase. The appointment comes at a significant time for NMDP, which underwent a unifying, organization-wide brand change earlier this year driven
(St Paul, MN) — Jan. 25, 2024 — — Winter ready, floor friendly, zero hassle. With the introduction of TREX 6317 Mid-Sole Ice Cleats, Ergodyne aims to gain traction in their efforts against slips, trips, and falls—injuries which account for roughly 12-15% of annual workers’ compensation costs according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). And because the cleats can rotate to the top or side of the boot, wearers
The new Southern Valley Alliance Domestic Abuse Advocacy Center is located at the corner of 3rd Ave & Holmes St. in Shakopee, MN. SVA is proud to announce their new location. The new building will allow for expanded services and access to resources for victims of domestic violence. We are anticipating an increase in walk-in traffic. As we continue to learn more about the needs of people in
Community college is first in Greater MN to offer cannabis education, collaborates with Green Flower in anticipation of industry demand We have a longstanding reputation for aligning our training programs with the workforce needs of our region, and these new cannabis certificate programs are a continuation of that tradition.” — GL Tucker, Executive Director of M State’s Workforce Development Solutions (Fergus Falls, MN) — January 24, 2024 – Minnesota
(Minneapolis, MN) — Jan. 26, 2024 — Jostens is excited to announce Warren High School in Warren, Ark. as the first-place winner and recipient of their inaugural Jostens Epic School Revamp grand prize package, valued up to $150,000. On Jan. 9, elementary to high school-aged students gathered for a pep rally in Warren High School’s new gymnasium, where principal Tiffany Gathen announced their school’s entry to the contest. Moments
More than 5,000 students at five EmpowerU partner districts in Minnesota made significant improvements in their mental health and resilience (Minneapolis, MN) — January 17, 2024 — EmpowerU, a leading national provider of mental health skills and support for schools, recently recognized five school districts for their longstanding commitment to improving student resilience and mental health. The districts, based in Minnesota where EmpowerU was founded in 2018,
(Minneapolis, MN) — Jan. 23, 2024 — SharpLink Gaming Ltd. announced that on January 18, 2024, the Company entered into an agreement to sell all of the issued and outstanding shares of common stock or membership interests, as applicable, in its SportsHub/fantasy sports and free to play sports game development business units to RSports Interactive, Inc. (“RSports”) for $22.5 million in an all-cash transaction. Nearly all employees of these acquired
— Josh Webb, Owner, PatchMaster Serving the Twin Cities West (Minneapolis, MN) — January 17, 2024 — PatchMaster, the nation’s premier drywall repair franchise, is delighted to announce the arrival of its new owners, Josh Webb and Jim Palm, to PatchMaster Serving the Twin Cities. Leveraging their extensive backgrounds in e-commerce and customer service, Webb and Palm are excellently equipped to manage their PatchMaster franchise, prioritizing customer convenience and
FuzzRD, Smash Mouth, Pop Evil, Saliva, and LIVE (Brainerd MN) — January 24, 2024 — Lakes Jam Music Festival is thrilled to bring rock sensations Smash Mouth, Pop Evil, Saliva, and FuZZrd to the Busch Light Main Stage at Lakes Jam 2024 with Live as the headlining act. Passes are on sale now and can be purchased at https://lakesjam.com/. Lakes Jam 2024 Thursday Lineup Schedule: 3:00 PM – FuZZrd 4:30
(Minneapolis, MN) — Jan. 24, 2024 — Sun Country Airlines will launch new nonstop service to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) beginning in May. This new route will operate four times a week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday from May 17, 2024, through Labor Day weekend. “As the leading leisure airline in Minneapolis-St. Paul, we’re excited to add Cleveland to our expanding network,”
Nordic Ware’s Basalt cookware collection. (St Louis Park, MN) –January 18, 2024 — On the heels of its latest cookware launch, Verde, Nordic Ware is upping the ante on consciously clean eating with the addition of a second new cookware line – Basalt. This launch has been developed to allow home cooks to feel confident not only in the recipes they are preparing, but to also know that
(Minneapolis, MN) — January 18, 2024 — Shepherd Goods Lamb Chops, the renowned Minnesota-based fashion brand, is thrilled to announce the launch of its highly anticipated new collection. Set to debut January 18, this release marks a full-circle moment for the brand, celebrating its deep roots in Minnesota and its journey from die-hard fandom to a collaboration. The upcoming collection, which will be available at the Target Center, the home
(Bristol ID and Minneapolis, MN) — Jan. 18, 2024 — Barletta Pontoon Boats, one of the fastest-growing pontoon boat makers in the segment and a wholly owned subsidiary of Winnebago Industries (NYSE: WGO), a leading outdoor lifestyle product manufacturer, has been recognized with the 2024 Discover Boating® Minneapolis Boat Show® Innovation Award by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) and Boating Writers International (BWI) for its center-mounted twin-engine pontoon boat,
Association Health Plan Created by North Risk PartnersAvailable Through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota for 2024 (Plymouth and Eagan, MN) — Jan. 18, 2024 — Insurance solutions firm North Risk Partners has partnered with the Minnesota Trucking Association to launch an association health plan (AHP) through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota (Blue Cross) for those involved in the Trucking Industry in Minnesota. The Minnesota Trucking Association,
(Minneapolis, MN) — Jan. 18, 2024 — Lerner Publishing Group™ is pleased to announce a new partnership with The Planetary Society® and CEO Bill Nye to create educational and fun books for young readers. The collaboration launches in 2024 and will include 15 titles for all markets about space science and exploration. Available on January 1, 2024, the brand will launch with Casting Shadows: Solar and Lunar Eclipses with The
The company was recognized as an innovative organization for its work to advance the agriculture industry, and for Cargill and BAR Technologies’ ground-breaking project, WindWings, designed to decarbonize commercial shipping (Wayzata, MN) –January 10, 2024 — Cargill has been recognized for its innovation and R&D leadership with two 2024 Business Intelligence Group (BIG) Innovation Awards . The company’s efforts to harness the power of what’s possible to deliver lifechanging solutions that positively impact the
(Oakdale, MN) — January 13, 2024 — Rob Greer, an accomplished entrepreneur, has collaborated with renowned author Chris Voss and other accomplished professionals worldwide to co-author the highly acclaimed book, Empathy and Understanding In Business, published by SuccessBooks®. The eagerly anticipated book made its grand entrance into the literary world on January 4th, 2024. Following its release, Empathy and Understanding In Business swiftly climbed the ranks on Amazon’s best-sellers
(Minneapolis, MN) — January 12, 2024 — The world’s smallest pacemakers are making a big difference in cardiac care. The FDA-approved Micra™ leadless pacemakers are the size of large vitamin capsules, and the newest Micra devices now have batteries that last between 16 and 17 years – which means that more than 80% of Micra patients will only need one pacemaker for life. Patient Mekaela Davis shares how
(Duluth, MN) — Jan. 11, 2024 — Cirrus Aircraft, the company that brought you the aircraft with the parachute and the Vision Jet that lands itself with the touch of a button, today announced the newest generation of the world’s best-selling, high-performance, single-engine piston aircraft – the SR Series G7. The SR Series G7 aircraft features touchscreen interfaces, large high-resolution displays, advanced safety systems, improved visibility, increased legroom, enhanced convenience
The transition will support River Valleys’ inclusion efforts by intentionally aligning DEI strategies with all operations. (St Paul, MN) — Jan. 9, 2024 — After serving as Chief DEI Officer (CDEIO) for the past two years, Lynnea Atlas-Ingebretson will be stepping into the role of Chief Operations Officer (COO) at Girl Scouts River Valleys, serving as second in command to the CEO. “This move signals a new way of
From Pro Wrestler to Minnesota Governor, Jesse Ventura’s Journey Comes to Life in a New Film that Offers a Unique Look at His Improbable 3rd Party Victory. (St Paul, MN) — Jan. 11, 2024 — Timed with the 25th anniversary of Jesse Ventura’s inauguration as the Governor of Minnesota, Twin Cities PBS (TPT) announces the premiere of “Jesse Ventura Shocks the World,” an exploration of Jesse “The Body” Ventura’s extraordinary journey from the wrestling ring to the governor’s mansion.
Newest strategic hire signals strong growth for Vincent Real Estate and Vincent Development (Eden Prairie, MN) — January 10, 2024 — Vincent Companies, a leader in real estate acquisition and development, today announced that Kate Hamerly Spooner has joined the firm’s senior executive team in the newly created role of Vice President of Investor Relations. In this position, Spooner will be responsible for capitalizing Vincent Companies’ development portfolio by
We are excited that HealthSource Solutions won second place in Minnesota in the Healthiest Employers award! (Minneapolis, MN) — January 10, 2024 — HealthSource Solutions is excited they won second place in Minnesota in the Healthiest Employers award! This prestigious accolade acknowledges the dedication of organizations that have a people-first approach to the health and wellbeing of their organization. These companies prioritize the welfare of their employees as a fundamental
Allianz supports neighborhood organization with $50K financial security grant for financial literacy and economic empowerment in the Twin Cities. (Minneapolis, MN) — January 11, 2024 — The Association for Black Economic Power (ABEP) is excited to announce it has received an investment from Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America (Allianz Life) to support financial literacy and economic empowerment in the Twin Cities. Allianz Life grants provide charitable donations
Your Specialty Contractor of Choice In a momentous milestone, Bolander celebrates 100 years of excellence in the earthwork, utilities, demolition, and deep foundations industry. (St Paul, MN) — January 8, 2024 — From its humble beginnings to becoming a cornerstone in civil construction solutions, Bolander‘s journey is one of resilience, growth, and unwavering commitment. Bolander, a leader in heavy civil construction, commemorates its 100th year of operations. The company
(St Paul, MN) — Jan. 08, 2024 — Accanto Health, a national leader in eating disorder specialty care and behavioral health services, announced the appointment of veteran behavioral health executive Dr. Tom Britton as CEO this week. Accanto Health encompasses renowned brands: The Emily Program, Veritas Collaborative, and Gather Behavioral Health. “As the awareness of eating disorders and the need for quality, compassionate care continues to grow, it’s vital to
Broken Down album cover While many artists shift focus to singles, indie pop/alternative hip hop powerhouse Reverse Mechanic defies trends with remarkable 30+ song album “Broken Down” (Minneapolis, MN) — January 9, 2024 — Reverse Mechanic, an up-and-coming alternative hip hop and indie pop artist from Minneapolis, MN, has announced the release of a new 30+ track mega-album titled “Broken Down.” Scheduled for release in early 2024, the staggering feat
Gray Duck Spirits announced today there is a path for it to give $1,000,000 annually to support Dinkytown Athletes. (St Paul, MN) — January 9, 2024 — Gray Duck Spirits announced today there is a path for it to give $1,000,000 annually to support Dinkytown Athletes. “If we can do 30% of the Minnesota market leader in vodka we will be close to our million-dollar goal. The rest of the
(St Paul, MN) – January 3, 2024–Governor Tim Walz announced that the newly opened Minnesota Veterans Home in Preston admitted its first residents today – four veterans who served in eras from Korea to Vietnam. The Preston Veterans Home is the first of three new veterans homes scheduled to open this month. The communities of Montevideo and Bemidji will also admit their first residents to new veterans homes in the
(Minneapols/St Paul, MN) — December 28th, 2023 — An ongoing expansion of existing gates on Terminal 1’s Concourse G, and two new gates at Terminal 2, will be among the construction work happening at MSP in 2024, following the recent approval of the 2024 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget by the Metropolitan Airports Commission’s (MAC) board. The long list of projects on the program, with proposed work that extends through
(Minneapolis, MN) —(Jan, 4, 2024)—Galina Olmsted joined Mia in 2024 as associate curator of European art. Prior to her arrival at Mia, she was a curator at the Sidney and Lois Eskenazi Museum of Art at Indiana University, where she organized a range of exhibitions including “The Art of the Character: Highlights from the Glenn Close Costume Collection.” She has also worked in curatorial departments at the National Gallery of
(Minneapolis, MN) — January 3, 2024 — Petmeet: Pets, Dates and Friends, a pioneering new dating and friendship app for pet owners, launched today on iOS and Android. Petmeet offers pet enthusiasts a unique way to bond over their shared passion while discovering romantic connections. On Petmeet: Pets, Dates & Friends, users create profiles featuring photos and stories about their beloved pets. The app’s proprietary matching algorithm then suggests
MINNEAPOLIS, Jan. 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Icario, the healthcare industry’s leading engagement company, today announced it has named Aerste Howells Chief Commercial Officer, reporting to CEO Marc Willard effective Jan. 2. In this position, Howells will lead the organization’s sales and marketing teams while working with healthcare executives to help their organizations improve engagement to drive healthy behaviors. “Aerste has shown the ability to consistently generate revenue growth across
Converts outdoor and indoor light into clean, continuous energy Potential to eliminate the need for millions of single-use batteries every year Allows for hands-free operation and seamless communication with co-workers on the jobsite (St Paul, MN) — Jan. 3, 2024 — At CES 2024, 3M will debut the world’s first self-charging protective communications headset that converts outdoor and indoor light into clean electrical energy. The headset
15,677 winning numbers announced (Roseville, MN) — JAN. 1, 2024 – Two lucky Minnesota Millionaire Raffle players are waking up this morning to discover their tickets are worth $1 million. The $1 million winning tickets were purchased in Delano at Coborn’s #2028, 1400 Babcock Blvd. E., and in Dundas at Kwik Trip #489, 415 Hester St. E. Each business earned a $5,000 bonus for selling a winning ticket.
(Eden Prairie, MN) — Jan. 2, 2024 — What better way to bubble up the holidays and ring in the new year than with the gift that keeps on giving… bubbles! Join America’s favorite bath-time buddy, Mr. Bubble, in celebrating National Bubble Bath Day on Monday, Jan. 8, 2024 with a new, Limited-Edition Gummy Bear Bubble Bath, plus 30% off all Mr. Bubble products online from January 2-8, 2024, while supplies last.
Jackpot ranks as fifth-largest Powerball jackpot and tenth-largest U.S. lottery jackpot (Minnesota) — December 31, 2023 — The Powerball® jackpot has rolled into the New Year! The jackpot evaded players Saturday night and has grown to an estimated $810 million for the next Powerball drawing on New Year’s Day. The jackpot has an estimated cash value of $408.9 million. The winning numbers in the Saturday, Dec. 30 drawing were white
