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New tool kit helps Minnesota cities prepare for when big tech's data centers come to town

New tool kit helps Minnesota cities prepare for when big tech's data centers come to town

A new tool kit from researchers at the University of Minnesota will help local government officials better understand the potential risks and benefits of data centers, and potentially avert the controversy that has roiled some communities.
by Molly Castle Work

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Gourd big or go home: Pumpkin boat racing brings hundreds to Stillwater

Gourd big or go home: Pumpkin boat racing brings hundreds to Stillwater

The Pumpkin Regatta at the Stillwater Harvest Fest is one of only a few nationwide. This year’s winner, Tim Brown, took home the trophy for the third time.
by Ngoc Bui

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Marshall's labor force falls as childcare shortage climbs, population shifts

Marshall's labor force falls as childcare shortage climbs, population shifts

“We have folks that would be in the workforce if they had available and affordable childcare,” said Marshall Mayor Bob Byrnes. “We do have several childcare centers … but there's still a much larger need.”
by Harshawn Ratanpal

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Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce voices support for controversial Pine Island data center

Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce voices support for controversial Pine Island data center

The Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce, the second largest chamber in the state, announced it is formally backing Google’s massive and controversial data center proposal, known as Project Skyway.
by Molly Castle Work

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Minneapolis shops invite customers for Latino Business Week as many recover from ICE surge

Minneapolis shops invite customers for Latino Business Week as many recover from ICE surge

Minneapolis celebrates its third annual Latino Business Week this week, as many Latino-owned shops around the city continue recovering from losses during the federal immigration enforcement surge.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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State agriculture commissioner looks to strengthen North American trade amid tensions

State agriculture commissioner looks to strengthen North American trade amid tensions

Canada and Mexico are Minnesota’s two top agricultural trade partners. And amid a trade war with Canada, Minnesota Department of Agriculture Commissioner Thom Petersen met with his counterparts in North America at the 35th annual Tri National Agricultural Accord.
by Nina Moini and Aleesa Kuznetsov

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How to build a career, start a business and succeed in a changing economy

How to build a career, start a business and succeed in a changing economy

MPR News host Angela Davis talks with journalist Lee Hawkins about how entrepreneurs turn ideas into businesses, find their way into new careers and make financial decisions along the way.
by Angela Davis and Cari Dwyer

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