The city of Bloomington is holding "Hatch Bloomington," a business pitch contest with a $100,000 prize for transformative ideas, offering exposure and networking for entrants.

The Monticello Nuclear Plant had an automatic shutdown due to a control valve issue. Xcel Energy expects no customer service impact and a quick return to full operations.

Saint Paul small businesses have grant, funding, and resource opportunities, including the Neighborhood STAR program, worker cooperatives support, tax webinars, and outdoor space permits.

Minnesota Pollution Control Agency offers zero-interest loans to small businesses for environmental improvements and site clean-up. Eligible firms can get $1,000 to $75,000 with repayment up to seven years.

The Brooklyn Park Development Corporation introduces a Microbusiness Loan Program offering $1,000 to $10,000 loans at 2% interest with reduced criteria, aiming to help small businesses grow.

Free cybersecurity consultations for St. Paul businesses are offered through a partnership between Metro State University and the Neighborhood Development Center.

Bloomington announces Welcoming Wednesdays, a monthly event for entrepreneurs to learn about business resources, hosted by Hiromi Yokoi at Civic Plaza.

The article discusses Ramsey County's initiative to foster workplace equality through the Inclusive Employer Toolkit, the Inclusive Workforce Summit, and resources to help local businesses cope with new regulations and support entrepreneurship.

Dave's Hot Chicken opened at 3574 Main Street in Riverdale, offering Nashville-style spicy chicken with varying heat levels, managed by Alex Humphries.

The Mall of America, opened in 1992, uses body heat from visitors and skylights instead of a central heating system, housing an aquarium in the saved space and featuring plants for air purification.

Scramblin' Egg is planning a March opening for a permanent location after winning Bloomington's Hatch contest and receiving a $100,000 start-up package and business support.

Walser Toyota and Luther Kia in Bloomington are investing in facility upgrades, with Walser opening a new building and Luther Kia planning a new dealership, aiming to enhance the community and retail landscape.

The City of Bloomington's Site and Facade Improvement Program offers grants to businesses for visual enhancement projects, aiming to revitalize commercial areas.