Saturday, May 2, 2026

BUSINESS

Aspirus Lake View Secures Second Year in Top 20 Critical Access Hospitals

After a week that took him from Washington, D.C., to up the North Shore, Aspirus Lake View President Greg Ruberg was just barely settling...

Outdoor Sports Expo Marks Eighth Year in Beaver Bay

Every May, the Outdoor Sports Expo brings families, vendors, and donated gear to the parking lot outside the Green Door in Beaver Bay. The...

Back to Basics: Learning the Essentials for a Successful Food Business

On Sunday, April 26th, the Clair Nelson Center in Finland, MN, hosted its first Farm to Market mini-conference. This debut event provided a comprehensive...

NSBDC Holding a Training Series for Local Employers on Paid Leave Act

The Northland Small Business Development Center (NSBDC) is offering online and in-person training for employers on how best to navigate the Paid Leave requirements...

Finding Treasures and Supporting Neighbors at the Brimson Strong Sale

It’s one of my favorite seasons: rummage sale season. I do love a good rummage sale. Sure, it’s partly the thrill of finding treasures...

Tariffs and Uncertainty Drive 13% Decline in Minnesota Exports Between 2024 and 2025

St. Paul, MN - Minnesota exports of agricultural, mining and manufactured goods were valued at $23.5 billion last year, a drop of $3.4 billion...

Kindred Studio, Permanent Cosmetics & Custom Body Art Open In Two Harbors

Two Harbors resident Desire’ Dalrymple recently opened Kindred Studio in the Landing Building at 629 7th Ave, 2nd Floor, in Two Harbors. Desire’ offers a...

Unfurling Quality and Community at Dappled Fern Fibers

Leaving her sheep and “yarn farm” behind in Pequot Lakes, MN, Kristin Lindholm and her husband moved to Grand Marais to work in education...

The Ever-Changing Face of the North Shore

Over the years, there have been many changes along the North Shore. Businesses have changed hands, some have closed, new ones have opened, and...

DEED Announces $762,000 in Grants to Spur Business Expansion

Every few months, the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) announces several new significant investments aimed at boosting job growth among Minnesota...

LOCAL NEWS

Hauschild Calls for Focus on Core Issues rather than Partisan Distractions ST. PAUL, MN. - Senator Grant Hauschild (DFL–Hermantown) is calling a newly proposed bill...