Financial advisors at Raymond James in Riverdale are offering personalized investment management and free initial consultations to help locals with retirement planning and debt management.

Coon Rapids' 2024 Arbor Day Plant Sale offers trees, shrubs, and native plant kits at wholesale prices, with a household limit on trees and shrubs but no limit on plant kits. Orders are online, first come, first served until April 30.

Jensen's Foods, a family-owned grocery store in Coon Rapids since 1959, is closing due to competition. They plan to open a new, smaller concept store, Jensen's Market, in Champlin focusing on fresh produce, bakery, deli, meats, and coffee.

The City of Chanhassen is hosting its first residential tree sale in April, where residents can buy affordable bare-root trees to enhance local greenery.

Hennepin and Ramsey counties in Minnesota are offering a free program, CEO Now, to help local small business owners expand their companies, with applications open from March 14 to April 25.

DEDA opens applications for a grant program offering up to $5,000 in marketing funds for eligible small businesses in Duluth, focusing on those impacted by COVID-19.

Dakota County reports a rise in tobacco compliance to 93%, though alcohol compliance dipped to 92%. Ongoing education and enforcement efforts continue to target underage sales.

Minnetonka's real estate market is stable with a modest increase in home values, and the city's assessing division actively adjusts market values based on recent transactions and property improvements.

City of Ramsey partners with RAM to sell recycled plastic rain barrels and compost bins online for sustainable water conservation and improved gardening practices.

A man was shot dead while in a parked car in Minneapolis. Police and locals responded, but no suspects have been detained. Authorities are seeking information.

Bloomington announces Welcoming Wednesdays, a monthly event for entrepreneurs to network and learn before the launch of a new business development center.

Minneapolis invites applications for its 2024 parklet and street café season to enhance neighborhood streets and support businesses, offering opportunities to host City-owned spaces or create own parklets.

The Minneapolis Health Department's MspWellness Microgrant Program is nearing its application deadline, offering grants to local businesses for employee wellness initiatives.