Bloomington's 'Welcoming Wednesdays' offers free networking and resources for local business owners, including professional headshots on August 13, advised by business expert Hiromi Yokoi.

The Bloomington Business Forum will debut on October 1 to support economic growth, requiring registration for the free event at the Masonic Heritage Center.

The City of Bloomington ranks number 45 on Minnesota’s Top Workplaces list for 2025, reflecting positive employee feedback about the workplace culture.

MnDOT offers free classes and one-on-one assistance for certified small businesses, including strategic partnering, labor compliance, and future sessions on marketing and business planning.

The new Soapy Toads store opens in Saint Paul's Pioneer Endicott Building, indicating positive small business growth and downtown revitalization efforts.

Blaine, MN will see a new Scheels store opening in 2028, expected to create over 500 jobs and boost the local economy as part of the 105th Avenue Redevelopment District.

Annette Ross-Webb launches 'Panda Squad Cookies,' a health-centric and vegan cookie business donating 10% of sales to Alzheimer’s research, targeting expansion through local farmers markets.

St. Paul boosts small businesses with the CERT Program and addresses local developments including cannabis licensing, minimum wage increase, and public works projects, alongside business events and resources.

Minnetonka businesses express high satisfaction with the local business environment, with 98% approving and city officials planning to leverage the positive sentiment by enhancing resources and branding.

Saint Paul sees a minimum wage raise for small, micro businesses; $15 for small (6-100 employees), $13.25 for micro (≤5). Rates for large businesses remain $15.97. This pursues economic equity.

SUR by Vita Bella, a new restaurant, opens in Ramsey with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, gaining early popularity for lunch and dinner, and advises reservations. It's closed on Sundays.

NDC's Plan It! supports St. Paul entrepreneurs like Dalton Outlaw, with initiatives for community impact and affordable housing.

Minneapolis police supported federal agents during a drug and human trafficking bust, later managing crowd tensions; two people were arrested for assaulting an officer.