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$5M Murphy Creek Substation now online in Austin
AUSTIN, Minn. — Austin Utilities (AU)has put a new substation into service, marking the first one built by the utility in 30 years. AU says the Murphy Creek Substation cost nearly $5 million and will improve electric service reliability across southwest and northern Austin. The project was the first major initiative identified in Austin Utilities' 10-year capital improvement plan following a comprehensive engineering study of the electrical distribution system completed in 2021.
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RPU expecting smaller electrical rate increase for 2027
(ABC 6 News)–During a Tuesday meeting Rochester Public Utilities announced they expect the rate increase to be 4% for 2027 rather than the projected 6%. RPU’s Assistant General Manager Peter Hogan said its due to a variety of factors including the organization taking on less debt next year. Hogan noted it had a lot to […]
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Honeymoon™ Provides a Golden Opportunity for Retailers; Honeybear® Brands' Chuck Sinks Details
ELGIN, MN - Honeybear® Brands, a leading grower, marketer and developer of premium conventional and organic apples, pears and cherries, is shipping their proprietary golden-hue variety – Honeymoon™ – to retailers nationwide. This firm, exceptionally clean, yellow apple offers retailers a refreshing color punch and exceptional eating experience in the produce aisle.
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Cost pressures sink Marten Transport’s Q3
Shares of refrigerated carrier Marten Transport were down 7% in midday trading on Friday, following a disappointing third-quarter report. Despite improving supply-demand fundamentals, a runup in fuel and health insurance costs, among other items, were a drag in the period. Mondovi, Wisconsin-based Marten (NASDAQ: MRTN) reported net income of $2.9...
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A day in the life of the Meyers
KENYON, Minn. — October can be a hectic month for Andy Meyer as he strives to balance harvest and attend his children’s sports games. One of those busy days was Oct. 13, when the family had planned to take in 5,000-6,000 bushels of corn. When an auger motor stopped working on the grain dryer, that effort yielded just 2,000 bushels.
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Rural Voice: Real talk about data centers
Data centers are coming for rural America. In the past, data centers tended to be built in urban areas, close to power grids and technology workers. But with the rise of generative AI, more data centers are needed, and this time, tech companies are eyeing rural communities. MPR News host...
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Rochester Community and Technical College receives $250,000 investment from Google
(ABC 6 News) — Rochester Community and Technical College announced Google will invest $250,000 into the school. RCTC says the investment will be used to support critical technology and infrastructure improvement son campus, including equipment for the new Skilled Trades and Readiness (STAR) program, which helps students prepare for in-demand careers. $150,000 of the investment […]
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RST plans to build new corporate hangar; construction set for early 2027
(ABC 6 News) – A new corporate hangar planned at Rochester International Airport is being positioned as a model for future business growth there. United Therapeutics will begin construction on the hangar at Rochester International Airport in early 2027 as the Maryland-based biotechnology company expands its presence in southeast Minnesota. The hangar will support travel […]