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Downtown St. Paul office buildings are emptier than previously thought
ListenDowntown St. Paul office buildings are emptier than previously thought. Empty downtowns are not a new story in our post-pandemic news cycle. But what is new is just how empty downtown St. Paul office buildings actually are. Axios reporter Nick Halter dug through documents detailing office buildings for sale by...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity Breaks Ground on Ambitious Affordable Housing Development in Saint Paul
Construction boots and hard hats are set to become a familiar sight at The Heights, the latest affordable housing development commencing on the East Side of Saint Paul. Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity has broken ground on what's poised to be a significant injection of homes for those caught in the grip of the housing crisis. Chris Coleman, the organization's President & CEO, heralds the project, "We are thrilled to start construction at The Heights and lay the groundwork for the first 74 units of affordable homeownership at the site," he told the publication. With shovels ready, site work begins this week and the erection of homes will follow before the month wanes.
Minnesota Muslims preparing for Eid-al-Adha at the Mall of America
BLOOMINGTON, Minn. — Minnesota Muslims are preparing to celebrate Eid-al-Adha Sunday, a day full of worship, unity and fun.It's the second major Muslim holiday after Eid-al-Fitr.For many including Yonis Said the celebration takes them to Mall of America."It is thee spot; Mall of America is a place we'd always go to," Said stated.Growing up, Said looked forward to experiencing all the mall had to offer from eating food to enjoying the rides, he loved it so much he spent much of his youth working there too.Eid is a celebration that brings tens of thousands of Minnesota Muslims to Mall of America."My...
Pilot program targets homeless youth population in Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. (Northern News Now) - In a proactive approach to reduce the homeless youth population, the state is introducing a pilot program to study how young people live. St. Louis County and Duluth are part of the program that will last two and a half years. The city received...
Saint Paul Small Businesses Invited to Apply for MN PROMISE Act Grants for Economic Boost
Small businesses across Saint Paul could be catching a welcome break thanks to the MN PROMISE Act grant program. Targeted at rejuvenating enterprises in communities impacted by historic racial discrimination and socio-economic challenges, the program is now accepting applications through June 30th. According to the City of St. Paul, these grants are accessible to active Minnesota-based businesses with gross revenues not exceeding $750,000 a year. Eligible locations in Saint Paul encompass areas like University Avenue and the Eastside, among others.
Minnetonka Celebrates 24th Year as a Top-Ranked Livable City in Twin Cities Metro
In an age where urban satisfaction can often be a toss-up, the city of Minnetonka stands out for its consistent track record of earning the affection of its residents. Holding firm to its reputation, the lakeside city has once again been placed among the top-ranking communities in the Twin Cities metro area. According to a community survey conducted in 2024, 91 percent of Minnetonka residents rated their quality of life as either excellent or good, marking the 24th year in a row the city has been celebrated for its livability.
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