(Albert Lea, MN) — Aug. 11, 2022 — St. Croix Hospice has expanded service in Minnesota with the addition of a new location in Albert Lea. This enables the agency to serve more communities throughout the southeastern part of the state. “The St. Croix Hospice Albert Lea office is a natural extension of our Minnesota team and allows us to expand our services to more communities in the area” says Heath Bartness,
OATI has multiple, demand-side energy technology solutions to empower utilities to rely on renewables to both create a greener grid and be more reliable.” — Sasan Mokhtari, Ph.D (Minneapolis, MN) — August 10, 2022 — Greater reliance on renewable energy resources continues to increase the need for ancillary grid services to ensure a balanced, reliable electrical grid. According to an ISO New England Inc. study released last month, a
The SMTA announced that the technical program of their annual conference, SMTA International, is finalized and registration is now open. MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA, USA, August 9, 2022 — The SMTA announced that the technical program of their annual conference, SMTA International, is finalized and registration is now open. The event will be held October 31 – November 3, 2022 at the Minneapolis Convention Center in Minneapolis, MN, USA. The four-day conference
(Duluth, MN) — Aug. 4, 2022 — Leading apparel retailer Maurices is expanding its tween girls’ brand, Evsie™ to an additional 100 Maurices stores. Starting early August, the Evsie collection will be available in 150 Maurices stores and online at www.maurices.com. Evsie is a style shop, available only at Maurices, for the tween girl (sizes 8-12) to help discover unique style in a fun, playful and supportive way with a comfortable approach to inspire
(Bloomington MN) — August 5, 2022 — NAI Legacy, a member of the world’s premier managed network of commercial real estate firms, announced today that it represented the acquisition of ± 33.7-acre site adjacent to the Amazon distribution center in Woodbury, MN. Craig Patterson, Senior Vice President – Development said: “We are excited to be a part of the fast-growing and highly sought-out industrial area in the NE quadrant
(Plymouth, MN) — Aug. 2, 2022 — Dakota Supply Group (DSG) is pleased to announce the acquisition of Brown Supply Company in an asset purchase effective August 2, 2022. Founded in 1940, Brown Supply is a leading distributor of Waterworks products such as water/sewer pipes, fire hydrants, marking flags, equipment, and supplies with four locations across Iowa. The current owner, Kevin Doud, will remain with the business. Kevin will become the Region
This capital investment will provide us with sufficient resources to fund our hyper growth while allowing us to further amplify the impact of our clients and their philanthropic endeavors.”— John Long, CEO (Minneapolis, MN) — July 25, 2022 — akoyaGO, a fully customizable software solution designed to optimize foundation efficiencies, announces the closing of its Series A Convertible Preferred financing round with $2.5 million of equity sold to
(Mechanicsburg,Pa./St Paul MN) — July 20, 2022 — West Shore Home®, one of the fastest growing home remodeling companies in America, today announced it has acquired Design Center, Inc. Based in St. Paul, Minn., the company specializes in mobile app development, virtual reality solutions and custom software. The acquisition establishes West Shore Home as the technological leader in the home remodeling industry. West Shore Home has become an industry leader through its use of
Opioid registry, predictive modeling help identify at-risk Medicare members in Florida (Eagan, MN) — July 18, 2022 — During the COVID-19 pandemic, drug overdoses killed over 107,000 Americans in 2021.1 Prior to the pandemic, Prime Therapeutics LLC (Prime), a leading pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) serving nearly 33 million members nationally, began an intervention program targeting Medicare members who were at high risk of overutilizing opioids. A pilot with Medicare members of GuideWell
WinField United and AgVend collaboration gives agriculture retailers the ability to provide a premier, unified digital experience (Arden Hills, MN) — July 19, 2022 — WinField United and AgVend today announced a new collaboration that allows agricultural retailers and growers the ability to access WinField United’s proprietary digital tools, services and marketing programs using AgVend’s digital enablement solution. The collaboration will deliver a transformative digital experience to locally owned ag
Luminary Therapeutics a clinical stage gamma delta allogeneic cellular therapy company. MINNEAPOLIS, MN, USA, July 19, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ — Luminary Therapeutics was selected as a investor initiative program. Luminary Therapeutics is a clinical stage allogeneic cellular therapy company. Its gamma delta expansion platform coupled with its non-viral cell engineering process is unique in the industry. Luminary Therapeutics’ novel ligand-based CAR designed to bind three targets is set to enter
From first opening in 1992 to nearly 160 athletic country clubs and more than one billion visits, countless stories of extraordinary transformation, life-altering events and strong community serve to warm the heart CHANHASSEN, Minn., July 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Life Time (NYSE: LTH), the nation’s premier healthy lifestyle brand, opened its first club in a Brooklyn Park, Minn. strip mall 30 years ago today. Much has occurred over three decades, including extraordinary growth of the company, which
(Rochester, MN) — July 14, 2022 — Interventional Orthopedic Solutions Rochester is establishing its commitment to excellence in the field of Regenerative Orthopedics by entering into a partnership with Regenexx®, a worldwide network of specially trained physicians providing advanced, research-driven, regenerative orthopedic treatments. The alliance brings cutting-edge, non-surgical orthopedic treatments to Minnesota residents suffering from sports injuries, spine pain, or degenerative diseases such as osteoarthritis. Interventional Orthopedic Solutions Rochester was
The company is currently enrolling patients in a multi-center Phase 1 clinical trial for the treatment of recurrent glioblastoma (GBM) (Oakdale, MN) — July 13, 2022 — Alpheus™ Medical, Inc, a privately held company developing a novel sonodynamic therapy (SDT) platform targeting solid body cancers, today announced the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted both Orphan Drug and Fast Track Designations to Alpheus Medical’s CV-01 delivery of sonodynamic therapy
The Perfect Marshmallow IS possible. No more Marshmallows falling into the Flames. (Alexandria MN) — It’s taken about 12 years — and more than 1,200 files on his computer — but Jeff Roste’s idea has come to fruition. It all started when he was roasting marshmallows around a campfire with his family, and one of his son’s marshmallows kept falling into the fire. “My son goes, ‘Dad, you’ve got to
MINNEAPOLIS , July 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP), a leading construction management and contracting company in the U.S., was ranked #75 on the Engineering News Record (ENR) Top 400 Contractors list – up three spots from the previous year. Additionally, AP was ranked #44 in the Top 50 Domestic Building/Manufacturing Revenue list. The annual Top 400 Contractors list nationally ranks 400 private and public general contractors based on construction contracting-specific
More than 500 exhibiting companies and over 4000 attendees are anticipated across the six design and manufacturing shows. (Minneapolis, MN) — July 6, 2022– The Surface Mount Technology Association (SMTA) announced their annual conference and exposition, SMTA International, will be held October 31 – November 3, 2022 at the Minneapolis Convention Center in Minneapolis, MN, USA. The event is co-located with Medical Design & Manufacturing (MD&M) Minneapolis bringing
The partnership will leverage each organization’s strengths and areas of expertise to offer expanded mental health care. (St Paul, MN) — June 21, 2022 — Children’s Minnesota and PrairieCare are pleased to announce a new partnership that will deliver high-quality psychiatric care to kids as young as six years old. As Children’s Minnesota prepares to open its first inpatient mental health unit this fall, PrairieCare will provide programmatic guidance and joint clinical leadership
Southwest Minnesota’s banking leader in personal and ag financing is expanding through a merger(Russ (Russell, MN)– June 30, 2022 — First Independent Bank, Russell MN, and Citizens State Bank of Tyler, Inc., announced the signing of an agreement to merge. Completion of the transaction occurred May 31, 2022. The Citizens State Bank was founded and chartered on May 28, 1917, by Hans Lauritsen. He was bank president, and his son,
David J. Brouillette and Daniel D. Gustafson bring a combined 50 years of experience to Minnesota financial services firm, DSB Rock Island Wealth Management (Minneapolis, MN) — June 29, 2022 — DSB Rock Island Wealth Management, LLC., an independent advisory and wealth management firm focused on helping clients build financial plans that align with their personal values and vision, today announced that David J. Brouillette and Daniel D. Gustafson have joined the firm as
An investment of approximately $300 million in Waseca, Minn. facility will modernize production capabilities (Chicago, MN) — June 29, 2022 — Conagra Brands, Inc. one of North America’s leading branded food companies, announced the opening of its new state-of-the-art vegetable processing plant in Waseca, Minn. The new 245,000 square foot facility, which processes fresh vegetables to support Conagra’s frozen meals business and Birds Eye brand, was built from the ground up with a focus on
Filtrol, the leader in washing machine filters, is introducing a new microfiber filter designed specifically for laundry tubs and sinks. (Milaca, MN) — June 28, 2022 — Filtrol, a company of Wexco Environmental, officially announced the FiberSnare, a new type of filter that will capture microfibers and microplastics from your laundry. The FiberSnare filter, created by Filtrol, makes it easier for individuals worldwide to join the fight against microplastics and
Andersen Corporation expands again to support rapid growth (Bayport, MN) — June 22, 2022 — Andersen Corporation, America’s premier window and door manufacturer, broke ground yesterday for a second expansion of its Renewal by Andersen manufacturing campus in Cottage Grove, Minn. This expansion will double the size of the company’s Value-Add Center, a 360,000-square-foot facility built in 2020 to support growing demand for Renewal by Andersen products. It accommodates manufacturing,
WBENC Certification is the gold standard for women-owned businesses in the U.S. We believe supplier diversity promotes innovation, opens doors, and creates partnerships that fuel the economy.” — Bridget Foster, Director, Women’s Business Development Center (St Paul, MN) — June 14, 2022 — Spark Training Solutions, a railroad safety, compliance training and drug & alcohol testing company, announced today national certification as a Women’s Business Enterprise by the
(Erskine,MN) — June 14, 2022 — CHS will begin construction this summer on a new state-of-the-art grain facility with 1.25 million bushels of additional storage capacity in Erskine, Minn. The facility is slated to be operational in the fall of 2023 and will help CHS expand operational capabilities and increase efficiency across its footprint. The new shuttle elevator will bring total capacity at the location to 4.55 million bushels of storage
Inspired by consumers who picked up cooking during the pandemic, these convenient, pre-portioned butter balls make at-home meals easier (Arden Hills, MN) — June 14, 2022 — Land O’Lakes, Inc. has put a new spin on butter with the launch of Land O Lakes® Butter Balls – half-tablespoon butter balls for everyday cooking. Inspired by consumers who picked up cooking during the pandemic, this first-of-its-kind product for retail shelves offers
Public company to launch Mobile X, a disruptive new wireless service provider (Minnetonka, MN and Los Angeles) — June 13, 2022 — Electro-Sensors, Inc. (Nasdaq: ELSE), a leader in industrial monitoring systems, and Mobile X Global, Inc., one of the world’s first connectivity-as-a-service companies, announced today that they have entered into definitive agreements to merge and re-name the combined company Mobile X Global, Inc. Mobile X Global, Inc. will launch
(Minnesota) — June 9th, 2022 — Minnesota grocers recognized for promoting locally grown products and farms will be rewarded with the 2022 Retailer of the Year award from the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s (MDA) Minnesota Grown program, in conjunction with the Minnesota Grocers Association (MGA). “Grocers and their employees have come through repeatedly for Minnesota communities in recent years,” MDA Commissioner Thom Petersen said. “One of those ways is by promoting
(Minneapolis, MN) — June 7, 2022 — NAI Legacy is pleased to announce that they have completed the sale of 3065 White Bear Ave, Maplewood, Minnesota. The brand new construction, single-tenant property was ground leased to Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers at the Maplewood Mall for 15+ Years. Michael Houge, Managing Director at NAI Legacy commented, “We knew that Raising Cane’s would be highly attractive for 1031 investors, and by widely
DIANA Award Presentation to Upsher-Smith. Left to right: Chip Davis (President and CEO of HDA), Mike McBride (VP Partner Relations at Upsher-Smith), Mike Muzetras (National Accounts Associate Director at Upsher-Smith), Dave Zitnak (National Accounts Associate VP at Upsher-Smith), Brad Leonard (Associate VP of National Accounts at Upsher-Smith), Chad Gielen (HDA Vice Chair and President/CEO of Louisiana Wholesale Drug Company). Company Named a Best Overall Branded Pharmaceutical Product Manufacturer of the Year
EvoCharge electric vehicle charging solutions are now available through one of the fastest growing suppliers of aftermarket auto parts in Canada. (Minneapolis, MN) — June 7, 2022 — EvoCharge®, an industry leader in Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) and cable management solutions, announced it has entered into a resale agreement with Uni-Select Canada Inc. to provide the most modern, compact and highest rated Level 2 electric vehicle (EV)
(St Paul, MN) — June 1, 2022 — Jord BioScience, a leading, global provider of microbial solutions and technology to agriculture products manufacturers and ag retailers distributors, announced that Keri Carstens has been named Chief Operating Officer, effective June 1, 2022. Prior to Jord, Dr Carstens led global regulatory strategy for Corteva Agriscience, where she also served in key roles in regulatory science, program management, and on the leadership team
(Cold Spring, MN) — May 18, 2022 — Granite Bank, in Cold Spring, MN, announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Maple Bank, headquartered in Champlin, MN. Maple Bank is a single-location community bank founded in 2003, with assets totaling approximately $95 million. Upon closing of the transaction, Granite Bank will have approximately $240 million in assets. Gerald Reiter, President & CEO of Granite Bank, commented, “We are proud to be acquiring Maple
“360 Financial, Inc. named among the best places to work for 2022″ (Wayzta, MN) — May 23, 2022 — 360 Financial Inc. has been named to Inc. magazine’s annual Best Workplaces list. Featured in the May/June 2022 issue, which hit newsstands on May 17 and is prominently featured on Inc.com, the list results from a comprehensive measurement of American companies that have excelled in creating exceptional workplaces and company cultures in a
(Minneapolis, MN) –May 18, 2022 — Ethanol Producer Magazine announced this week the keynote speakers for the 2022 International Fuel Ethanol Workshop & Expo (FEW) International Fuel Ethanol Workshop & Expo (FEW) taking place, June 13-15, 2022, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. “This is a truly dynamic time for renewable fuels,” said Tim Portz, program director for the FEW. “There’s an incredible opportunity before us as the country drives towards low-carbon
(Theif River Fall, MN) — May 20, 2022 — Digi-Key Electronics, which offers the world’s largest selection of electronic components in stock for immediate shipment, announced that it has been awarded 25 recognitions from its suppliers during the 2022 EDS Leadership Summit, held May 10-13 in Las Vegas. Digi-Key was recognized for its sales results, customer service, breadth of product, digital presence and more during the past year. The list of awards Digi-Key earned
MME is moving into a new building and expanding it’s operations. (Vadnais Heights, MN) — May 17, 2022 — MME Group, Inc., a full-service contract manufacturer headquartered in Vadnais Heights, MN, is expanding its footprint, adding 90,000 sq. ft. of medical manufacturing space in Vadnais Heights, which will be the new home to the bulk of MME’s production and assembly operations. MME will continue to operate its tooling and
(Rochester MN) — -May 17, 2022 — Vyriad, Inc., a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing oncolytic virus therapies to treat a wide range of cancers, today announced $29.5M in new funding led by Mr. Harry Stine of Stine Seed Farms, Inc., with participation from existing investors. Stine Seed Farms joins Mayo Clinic, Mirae Asset, Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc., Southeast Minnesota Capital Fund (SMCF), and several high-net-worth individuals on the Vyriad investment
EvoCharge electric vehicle charging solutions are now offered through the JB Tools online store. JB Tools delivers a highly specialized online shopping experience for automotive customers. We’re excited to bring the highest rated, best-in-class EV charging solutions to their customers.” — Manish Virmani, VP of Sales & Marketing, EvoCharge (Minneapolis, MN) — May 12, 2022 — EvoCharge®, an industry leader in Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) and
(St Paul, MN) — May 13, 2022 — Smart Data Solutions (SDS), a leading provider of data management, claim routing and workflow solutions to Health Plans and TPAs, has successfully completed their sixteenth Customer Symposium, the first since 2018. Per tradition, the event was held at the landmark Saint Paul Hotel in downtown St. Paul. This event was particularly special, as it was the first time the Smart Data
The Collective will focus on partnerships to improve community health and advance equity (Minneapolis, MN) — May 11, 2022 — Children’s Minnesota is pleased to announce the formation of the Collective for Community Health, which will focus on improving the health of patients by strengthening partnerships in the communities where they live. Recognizing that 80 percent of health is determined by the conditions where people are born, live, learn, work and
(Naples, Florida) — April 21, 2022 – Pioneer Bank, a local Southern Minnesota icon, was just named among the top three extraordinary banks in the United States by The Institute for Extraordinary Banking™. This marks the fifth consecutive overall finalist award for Pioneer Bank. Pioneer Bank was recognized with the Institute’s Overall Excellence Banky™ Award for exemplary performance in five areas of banking: philanthropy, customer service, thought leadership, workplace
Fast Phone Repair Reopens as Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions, Offering Fast Fixes on Phones, Tablets, Laptops, and More (Mankato, MN) — May 6, 2022 — Local tech repair provider Fast Phone Repair has reopened as an Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions franchise. Now known as Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions Mankato, the store offers professional repair services for anything with a power button, from smartphones, tablets, and computers to game
(Thief River Falls, MN) — May 4, 2022 — Digi-Key Electronics, which offers the world’s largest selection of electronic components in stock for immediate shipment, has earned Memory Protection Devices’ (MPD) Worldwide Distributor of the Year Award for 2021. MPD is a leading global designer and supplier of electronic components of power connection technology such as battery holders and contacts, 12-volt auto assemblies and connectors. MPD is committed to excellence, which is
Women’s retailer to celebrate the month of May by spotlighting hometown heroes in partnership with Country Music Superstar Lauren Alaina (Duluth, MN) — May 5, 2022 — Leading women’s fashion retailer, Maurices is dedicating the month of May to hometown heroes through a month-long campaign on maurices.com and in Maurices’ nearly 900 stores. As a heartfelt thanks to educators, healthcare workers, first responders and military members, Maurices is offering an extra 10% off
(Bayport, MN) — May 5, 2022 — Andersen Corporation and its subsidiaries have been recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy with the 2022 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year—Sustained Excellence Award. Andersen has been an ENERGY STAR partner since the Windows program began in 1998 and was the first window manufacturer awarded the ENERGY STAR National Window Partner of the Year in 1999.
(Bloomington, MN) — May 4, 2022 — ConvergeOne, the preeminent services-led provider of cloud, collaboration, and digital modernization solutions, today announced that it has been awarded the 2022 Gold Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health by Mental Health America (MHA). The Bell Seal is a first-of-its-kind workplace mental health certification that recognizes employers who strive to create mentally healthy workplaces for their employees. The Bell Seal recognizes employer advances in
(Bayport, MN) — April 28, 2022 — Andersen Corporation, manufacturer of America’s most loved brand of windows and doors*, has been named a Forbes Best Employer for Diversity 2022, for the second year in a row. Honorees were chosen based on an independent survey by Statista Inc. Respondents were asked questions regarding the topics of age, gender equality, ethnicity, disability, LGBTQA+ and general diversity concerning their employer. “We are deeply
National search for successor in the works (Twin Cities, MN) — April 29, 2022 — Gregarious. Engaging. Curious. Visionary. Innovative. Ethical. Knowledgeable. Storyteller. These are just a few of the attributes describing NorthstarMLS CEO John Mosey who is set to retire later in 2022 after 20 years at the helm of the Regional Multiple Listing Service of Minnesota, Inc, (dba NorthstarMLS), and more than 40 years collectively working in the real estate
In its 15th annual Top Middle-Market Deals list, Mergers & Acquisitions honored Vista Outdoor’s $474 million purchase of Foresight as 2021’s top deal in the Consumer Products-Recreation category. (Anoka, MN) — April 28, 2022 — Vista Outdoor Inc. (NYSE: VSTO), the parent company of 39 renowned brands that design, manufacture and market sporting and outdoor products to consumers around the globe, has been honored by the trade publication Mergers & Acquisitions for the company’s $474 million acquisition of
