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Bongards' breaks ground on $135M expansion project

Bongards’ celebrated a $135 million investment in its Minnesota manufacturing operations and the cooperative’s future with a groundbreaking last Wednesday, Oct.21. Speakers at the local event connected the upcoming expansion to adding value to member farmers’ milk, creating opportunities for employees, and strengthening surrounding communities. CEO Dennis Thomas outlined plans for 120,000 square foot addition, including 50,000 square feet of manufacturing space and a 70,000-square-foot automated warehouse. He described an additional 180 million pounds of process cheese capacity, with construction expected to begin in the fourth quarter and production targeted for early 2028. “When our board is looking at things, they’re looking at generational support of the dairy industry,” Thomas said. “They’re looking at succession planning of their farms and their businesses and how we can compete for the long term.” Board and community representatives emphasized that the investment reflects confidence in Bongards’ people and a commitment to Minnesota. Remarks also highlighted workforce development, Highway 212 improvements, and opportunities to serve growing international dairy markets. Bongards leadership framed the project around the long-term interests of farmer owners and their families. The expansion is an investment in the next generation of dairy farmers, employees, and Minnesota communities. “Today is about celebrating

Minnesota · 4d

valleynewslive.com

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School leaders address power outage that forced early dismissal at Wadena-Deer Creek schools

WADENA, MINN. (Valley News Live) - A power outage forced an early dismissal Nov. 5 at Wadena-Deer Creek schools, and while electricity was restored sooner than expected, district leaders say they stood by the decision to send students home. Interim Superintendent Brad Johnson said the district was initially told it...

Wadena, MN · 20h
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CJK Group acquires Viking Label & Packaging

CJK Group, Inc. has announced the acquisition of Viking Label & Packaging, Inc., a label and packaging manufacturer based in Nisswa, MN, USA. Viking will continue to operate under the Viking Label & Packaging name as a standalone CJK Group company, led by its existing management team. Founded in 1965,...

Nisswa, MN · 20h
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Since 1938, Minnesotans Have Driven To The Nordic Ware Factory Store In St. Louis Park For Bundt Pans And Bargains

Some shopping trips are errands, and some are treasure hunts with a parking lot. In a Minneapolis suburb, bakers have a favorite stop that sits right beside the factory making the very pans on its shelves. The headline promises Bundt pans and bargains, and this shop delivers both, plus a...

St Louis Park, MN · 2d
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CVR Energy expands refinery holdings

Carl Icahn controlled CVR Energy, Inc., owner of refineries in Wynnewood, Oklahoma and Coffeyville, Kansas is adding to its family of refineries in a $4.2 billion deal to acquire Marathon Petroleum Corp. refineries in North Dakota and Minnesota. The company announced the refineries are in St. Paul Park, Minnesota, and...

Coffeyville, KS · 3d

KSTP 5 Eyewitness News Minneapolis-St. Paul MN

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State grant gave $1.5 million in taxpayer money for purchase of mansion now facing foreclosure

Minnesota taxpayers have a financial interest in the outcome of foreclosure proceedings on the historic Gale Mansion in Minneapolis.

Minneapolis, MN · 16h

1390 Granite City Sports

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MN Christmas Market Returns For 11th Year With Three Holiday Popups

Eleven years of local makers under one roof. The MN Christmas Market pops up in St. Paul, Cottage Grove and Red Wing this season, a dollar at the door.

Red Wing, MN · 1d

Minnesota Reformer

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3M settles chemical contamination claims for $7.35 billion, while admitting no guilt

3M, which is responsible for widespread groundwater contamination from so-called forever chemicals in the eastern Twin Cities metro, will pay $7.35 billion to settle the vast majority of outstanding personal injury claims against it. The Minnesota corporate behemoth and a group of plaintiffs’ lawyers announced the settlement on Tuesday. As many as 120,000 people who […]

Minnesota · 1d

The Cool Down

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Minnesota homeowner says solar panels and a decade of driving EVs saved him nearly $40,000

"An older home doesn't have to be an inefficient home."

Bloomington, MN · 13h

News Talk 1340 KROC-AM

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3M to pay $7.3 Billion to Settle "Forever Chemical" Claims

The Minnesota-based company has announced a settlement to lawsuits over groundwater contamination from its chemical compound.

St Paul, MN · 2d

KFIL Radio

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MN Christmas Market Returns For 11th Year With Three Holiday Popups

Eleven years of local makers under one roof. The MN Christmas Market pops up in St. Paul, Cottage Grove and Red Wing this season, a dollar at the door.

Red Wing, MN · 2d

KIMT

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100-year-old St. Paul candy shop says they would rather raise prices than cut chocolate quality

ST PAUL, Minnesota (WCCO) -- A 100-year-old candy shop in St. Paul says it is sticking with its family recipes this Halloween, even as the cost of chocolate keeps climbing, its new owner says. Tom Saunders took over Regina's Candy in May, carrying on a tradition that has lasted generations.

St Paul, MN · 8d

Community Reporter

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Razava Bread Co. Receives Statewide Retail Innovation Award

St. Paul’s Razava Bread Co. has been recognized with the 2026-27 Retail Innovation Award from Minnesota Retailers, honoring its combination of traditional baking methods, historical research and modern retail experience. […] The post Razava Bread Co. Receives Statewide Retail Innovation Award first appeared on Community Reporter .

St Paul, MN · 7d

Ely Echo

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Verizon may eliminate landline service for over 20,000 Minnesota customers

Verizon hopes to cut access to landline service for approximately 20,000 customers from the Twin Cities metro north to the Canadian border. Locations in Embarrass, Babbitt, Brimson, Hoyt Lakes and Aurora are among the 163 wire centers where landlines could face service interruptions as early as November. Customers will retain...

Minnesota · 8d

Community Reporter

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Twin Cities Made: College Muscle Movers

I moved into my first college dorm in 2007. Now, 19 years later and four knee surgeries later, I don't want to move a single box, let alone an entire dorm room. That didn't stop me from moving myself into my house in Little Bohemia to save money, though. While I don't plan on moving anytime soon, the trauma of moving so many times, across so many states, still sits with me — in my soul and in my joints. That's why I wanted to talk to Daniel Blomberg. He's worked for College Muscle Movers for ten years now, and he seems to have a system that truly takes a load off families in transition. The post Twin Cities Made: College Muscle Movers first appeared on Community Reporter .

Twin Cities Metro, MN · 7d

The Financial Wire

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Minnesota’s county offices warn that the senior property tax deferral is a loan with a lien on the house, not forgiveness, and the form is due Nov. 1

Minnesota homeowners 65 and older who want to defer next year’s property tax have until Nov. 1 to apply, and county offices are warning that the program is a loan secured by a lien on the house, not tax forgiveness. Nov. 1 falls on a Sunday this year. Applicants pay 3 percent of household income... The post Minnesota’s county offices warn that the senior property tax deferral is a loan with a lien on the house, not forgiveness, and the form is due Nov. 1 appeared first on The Financial Wire .

Minnesota · 8d

WCCO News Talk 830

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Black Entrepreneurs Summit and Expo targets economic slump and $700 million Metro Surge hit

A survey from the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce shows 96% of businesses reported increased operating costs and 42% said those increases are significant, since Operation Metro Surge hit Minnesota. It's one of the reasons the Minnesota Black Chamber of Commerce is calling it a challenging year for businesses.

Minneapolis, MN · 7d

mspmag.com

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No Need to Stock Up: A Promise to Our THC Customers

Between now and December 11, you’re going to hear a lot about the future of THC beverages and edibles. Some of it will be confusing. Some of it will suggest you should stock up before the rules change. Here’s what I want our customers to know: Top Ten Liquors...

Minnesota · 8d

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Minnesota Department of Human Rights says Minnesota businesses discriminated against Native Americans

ST. PAUL, Minn. (KFGO-KDLM) – The Minnesota Department of Human Rights has announced that two Minnesota businesses discriminated against multiple Native Americans for refusing to accept both of their tribal identification cards from the Red Lake Nation and the Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate Tribe. The DHR say an investigation found The...

Minnesota · 11d

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Since 1928, The Same Family Has Rolled Old-Fashioned Candy Canes By Hand In Minnesota

Somewhere in Minnesota, a family has been twisting peppermint candy canes by hand since 1928. Not stamped out by some giant machine, but rolled and shaped the slow, old-fashioned way. That alone made me curious. Then I learned the same shop sells chocolate-covered caramel treats called Alligators and keeps a...

Apple Valley, MN · 9d