Making Connections with Youth Through Building Together
Legacy 2 Inspire | Ivan Sand Community School | Open Doors for Youth Legacy 2 Inspire connects with youth through building together—creating safe spaces where young people feel seen, heard, and valued. As a Wright County based nonprofit, they bring their fully equipped mobile woodworking workshop to alternative schools in Buffalo, Monticello, St. Michael, Coon Rapids, and Elk River. Each week, youth work alongside consistent, positive adult mentors to build hands-on projects that develop skills,
Jonny Pops is recognized on Instacart’s Fastest-Growing Brands list
Big news and big smiles over here at JonnyPops after receiving this news! &##127881; We’re honored to be recognized on Instacart’s Fastest-Growing Brands list for the third consecutive year, alongside so many outstanding brands! Thank you to @Instacart for being great partners!InstacartInstacart272,946 followers272,946 followers2w •2 weeks ago • Visible to anyone on or off LinkedInFollowWith 2025 officially in the books it’s time for another edition of Instacart’s 75 Fastest-Growing Brands, where we shine
GHS Tents launches new website
GHSTentRental.com Relaunches with New Features to Make Party Planning Easier I’m excited to share that GHSTentRental.com has officially relaunched with a fresh new look and some great new features designed to make renting your party and event needs easier than ever. The updated website now includes photos of our rental products, a clear schedule of availability, and the convenience of paying online. Whether you’re planning a graduation party, wedding, family reunion, or backyard celebration, you can
NRH Plumbing, Inc. Recognized with Pillar Award in NARI MN 2025 Gold RotY–Winning Project
Elk River, Minnesota — NRH Plumbing, Inc. is proud to share that it has received a Pillar Award in collaboration with Bluestem Remodeling, which earned a NARI Minnesota 2025 Gold Remodeler of the Year (RotY) Award in the Residential Addition | $250,000–$500,000 category. The award honors a beautifully executed residential addition that showcases exceptional craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and strong collaboration between project partners. Working alongside Bluestem Remodeling on this project was a
Emergency Planning Strategies Every Elk River Small Business Should Have Ready
Small business owners across the Elk River Area Chamber of Commerce already know that unexpected disruptions—from power outages to severe weather—can halt operations in minutes. Building a resilient plan is less about predicting every threat and more about designing simple, repeatable systems your team can activate under pressure. In brief: Identify core risks you’re most likely to face Clarify roles so your team knows who acts first Map communication channels and backup methods Prepare print-ready
Northstar Commuter Rail Now Bus Service Only
The Northstar Commuter Rail has transitioned to a bus-only service, offering more frequent and flexible bus service between downtown Minneapolis and the Big Lake Station area. Learn more about this transition.
New Business Identity Theft Protections Begin January 1, 2026
SAINT PAUL - On January 1, 2026, the Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State will launch a set of protections for business owners impacted by business identity theft. Business identity theft is a nationwide problem. It occurs when someone creates a company in the name of someone else without permission, reactivates a business entity without the knowledge or consent of the business owner, or changes the address on business filings. Victims often face debts, collection calls, or damaged credit histories
