Vacant JCPenney in Maple Grove could become fine arts hub
It’s a creative solution for an 87,000-square foot former department store. On the surface, this may look like an empty department store, but Dave Berger sees a future town square for the fine arts.
It’s a creative solution for an 87,000-square foot former department store. On the surface, this may look like an empty department store, but Dave Berger sees a future town square for the fine arts.
Vacant JCPenney in Maple Grove could become fine arts hub
A JCPenney department store in Maple Grove that closed five years ago could become a one-stop shop for the arts. Former sociology professor Berger says more than 30 nonprofits are interested in being a part of the endeavor called Grove Square Studios.
A JCPenney department store in Maple Grove that closed five years ago could become a one-stop shop for the arts. Former sociology professor Berger says more than 30 nonprofits are interested in being a part of the endeavor called Grove Square Studios.
Minnesota cannabis retailer license lottery to be held next week
Minnesota entrepreneurs looking to enter the retail recreational marijuana market will have another chance to get a license next week.
Minnesota entrepreneurs looking to enter the retail recreational marijuana market will have another chance to get a license next week.
Pig Ate My Pizza returning to Robbinsdale, adding Bloomington location in fall
A popular pizza restaurant is not only returning to downtown Robbinsdale, but its owners are soon adding a second location.
A popular pizza restaurant is not only returning to downtown Robbinsdale, but its owners are soon adding a second location.
Heights Bakery closing in Columbia Heights after 70+ years in business
Heights Bakery has announced its fourth generation of family ownership will be its last, officially closing its Columbia Heights location doors on Aug. 1, 2025.
Heights Bakery has announced its fourth generation of family ownership will be its last, officially closing its Columbia Heights location doors on Aug. 1, 2025.
OG ZAZA opening Mall of America location, continues Twin Cities expansion
Popular pizza purveyors OG ZAZA have announced plans to open a new location in the Mall of America.
Popular pizza purveyors OG ZAZA have announced plans to open a new location in the Mall of America.
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.
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."
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.