New marijuana dispensary opening in MN, licensing remains bumpy
The recreational marijuana market is expanding slowly in Minnesota, with a new recreational dispensary set to open this week.
St. Paul hosting Downtown Block Party Friday night in Mears Park
Businesses and city leaders are banding together to host an inaugural Downtown Block Party on Friday, calling it a "kick-off to summer."
Lagniappe, Du Nord Cocktail Room announce closures set for May 31
Opening in September 2024 on a stretch of Lake Street still rebuilding from the pandemic and 2020 protests, the owners behind Lagniappe and the Du Nord Cocktail Room have announced they will throw in the towel at the end of the month.
Neighbors launch fundraiser after St. Paul coffee shop damaged in fire
Neighbors have launched a fundraiser to support Groundswell, a community-favorite coffee shop in St. Paul's Hamline-Midway neighbor.
Beloved St. Paul pharmacy shutting down after 100+ years in business
West Seventh Pharmacy, which opened three years after the Titanic sank, will close at the end of June.
Hope Breakfast Bar owners reach settlement to dissolve Give Hope nonprofit
The Give Hope nonprofit is dissolving after an assurance of discontinuance was reached with the Minnesota Attorney General's Office.
Dark Horse reopening in St. Paul’s Lowertown neighborhood this summer
Dark Horse Bar & Eatery has announced it will reopen with new ownership following its closure after a decade-long stretch in February.
Herbivorous Butcher kitchen fire shuts down Minneapolis location
A kitchen fire on Tuesday night caused serious damage to the vegan butcher shop's northeast Minneapolis location.
Businesses ‘locked’ out of key to success unless Minnesota lawmakers act
The keys in your pocket are illegal to replace in Minnesota.
Flooded South Minneapolis Flower Shop open for Mother’s Day
A south Minneapolis flower shop is back up and running for Mother’s Day. This comes after a water main break at 50th and Penn Avenue sent streams of water into businesses three months ago.
Business owner facing steep tariffs tests whether people will pay for 'Made in USA'
A business offered customers a choice between a foreign-made product or the same item made in the U.S. at a much higher cost - and was overwhelmed by the results.
Apostle Supper Club closing in St. Paul at the end of the month
The Apostle Supper Club in downtown St. Paul is closing at the end of May, with its owners blaming crime and office vacancy rates as challenges to running a business in the city.
For a young barber, pursuing passion is a cut above
Finding your true calling can be the key to a fulfilling life. A young barber believes he is an example of what can happen when you follow your dreams.
Isles Bun & Coffee co-owner dies, remembered as ‘mentor’ in Uptown
Isles Bun & Coffee in Uptown, Minneapolis, announced the unexpected death of its co-owner Jeff Veigel on Tuesday - someone who's since been described as a "mentor" to other business owners in the city.
Minnesota offering $2 million to help farmers in cannabis industry
Minnesota's CanGrow grant program will provide up to $2 million in aid to help farmers navigate the upcoming recreational cannabis industry.
Wuollet Bakery in Robbinsdale is closing, the 2nd location to close this year
The Wuollet Bakery in Robbinsdale is closing its doors.
Roseville's Mr. Zero's reviving new generation of vintage games
A generation of toys and video games is making a comeback at Roseville’s Mr. Zeros, which celebrates 16 years in business next month.
Minnesota’s retail marijuana rules sent for final approval before license rollout
A final set of rules governing retail recreational marijuana could be headed for approval, paving the way for licenses to dispensary owners.
Minnesota taco shop faces eviction after legal battle
A Minnesota Mexican restaurant that changed its name after a legal battle with Taco John's is now facing a new challenge.