Tag: business
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Unicorn Riot Releases New Trove of Videos From Largest Arrest in MN History
Plus celebrating the wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald, SNAP pause hurts residents and grocers, and a good guide for Twin Cities business travelers in today’s Flyover news roundup. Full story: https://racketmn.com/unicorn-riot-releases-new-trove-of-videos-from-largest-arrest-in-mn-history
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‘Labor of love’: Hmong couple turns flower, vegetable farm into a refuge for visitors
Yia Lee and Chong Ge Vang opened Rainbow Garden Farm in Harris, Minnesota, to the public after the pandemic to offer a refuge for citydwellers. Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/business-work/rainbow-garden-farm-hmong-owned-harris-minnesota/
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Cuts to SNAP benefits have ripple effect on Minnesota’s immigrant farmers
For some farmers who sell at Twin Cities farmers markets, cuts to SNAP benefits will force them to rethink their business model and the ethnic produce they were offering. Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/business-work/federal-snap-cuts-impact-minnesota-immigrant-farmers/
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Dunn EDC Awarded $250K to Disperse to Area Small Businesses
The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) recently announced over $1.5 million in Small Business Development Grants (SBDG) were awarded to 10 regional economic development organizations, … Full story: https://volumeone.org/sites/menomonie/articles/2025/08/01/368488-dunn-county-edc-awarded-250k-to-disperse-to-area-small-medium-businesses
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Dunn Economic Development announces new small business development grant to boost local economy
Following Tuesday’s announcement by Governor Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC), Dunn Economic Development is proud to announce the launch of the Dunn County Small … Full story: https://www.msn.com/
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Lito’s Burritos to open at former Union Hmong Kitchen space
Miguel Hernandez has run Lito’s Burritos out of his parents’ restaurant since April 2023. He finally landed his own spot — with help from a Business Journal article. Full story: https://www.bizjournals.com/twincities/news/2025/07/10/litos-burritos-lake-st-union-hmong-kitchen.html
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After Last Week’s Big Win, Gingrich Shares What Trump Does Next
After President Donald Trump’s major victory last week, Newt Gingrich appeared on Fox Business Monday to assess what the administration does next. Trump signed the “Big, Beautiful Bill” into law … Full story: https://www.aol.com/last-week-big-win-gingrich-232558779.html
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Minnesota holds first lotteries for cannabis business licenses, nearly two years after legalization
Applicants selected will not immediately receive a full license, but can move forward with the work of setting up their businesses. Full story: https://www.startribune.com/minnesota-holds-first-lotteries-for-cannabis-business-licenses-nearly-two-years-after-legalization/601367113
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Heritage and hustle drive Green Bay-area Hmong businesses built out of 50 years in America
These Green Bay-area Hmong business owners were born between two worlds. Their entrepreneurial spirit was built from both. Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6835e75fb27d41f89e12280b1cb7018f&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.greenbaypressgazette.com%2fstory%2fnews%2flocal%2f2025%2f05%2f27%2fgreen-bay-area-hmong-business-owners-talk-about-drive-to-go-out-on-own%2f83498422007%2f&c=16810722940867259070&mkt=en-us
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Green Bay declares this week as Hmong Business Week
The week coincides with the 50th anniversary of the resettlement of Hmong people in the U.S. after the Vietnam War. Full story: https://www.wbay.com/2025/05/12/green-bay-declares-this-week-hmong-business-week/
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Brown County celebrates Hmong Business Week
Hmong Business Week coincides with the 50th anniversary of Hmong soldiers escaping Laos. How you can support local … Full story: https://www.wbay.com/2025/05/12/brown-county-celebrates-hmong-business-week/
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Vang’s plant shop blooms downtown | It’s Your Business
CHICO — One day at her downtown plant shop, Sheng Vang noticed a man looking unsure. When she asked if he needed anything, he told her he’d been feeling down — and a friend had suggested her shop … Full story: https://www.chicoer.com/2025/05/04/vangs-plant-shop-blooms-downtown-its-your-business/
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Ribbon cutting for ‘modern Asian mall’ at new Pan Asian Center in Maplewood planned for this weekend
The Pan Asian Center at Maplewood Mall is expected to fully open by 2027, with a ribbon cutting being held on May 3. Entrepreneur Toua Xiong will redevelop the former Sears and Macy’s for retail and … Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/business-work/pan-asian-center-maplewood-mall-redevelopment/
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Building lives, communities: Four immigrants reflect on their paths to Minnesota
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Tags: business, communities, driver, entrepreneur, immigrant, immigrants, international, lawyer, lives, Minnesota, protest, rights, story, talk, workAhead of a May Day rally for workers and immigrant rights, a carpenter, a rideshare driver, an entrepreneur and a lawyer talk about their path to Minnesota and the contributions they’ve made here. Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/business-work/minnesota-immigrants-international-workers-may-day-protest/
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Nou’s Deli Asian Market opens on North Side of La Crosse — Steve Cahalan
Nou Xiong opens grocery and deli market in La Crosse with Asian groceries and homemade deli items. Hours: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. seven days a week. Full story: https://lacrossetribune.com/news/local/business/article_21e8927a-7f39-495b-b1fc-9c9fcd42ee6d.html
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These Stations Serve America’s Hmong Communities
In California, where approximately 107,000 Hmong reside, the origin of the state’s two Hmong stations, as told by Marc Yablonka, is a fascinating story. Full story: https://www.radioworld.com/news-and-business/programming-and-sales/these-stations-serve-americas-hmong-communities
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These Stations Serve America’s Hmong Communities
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Jan. 7, 2011 was a difficult day at Hmong-language station KJAY 1430 AM in Sacramento, Calif. The staff had learned that after a year in the hospital, Vang Pao had passed away the day before from … Full story: https://www.radioworld.com/news-and-business/programming-and-sales/these-stations-serve-americas-hmong-communities
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Impending NEH cuts would put Wisconsin Humanities out of business, group says
Wisconsin Humanities is raising the alarm about looming National Endowment for the Humanities cuts, which would affect dozens of cultural groups. Full story: https://www.jsonline.com/story/life/2025/04/03/wisconsin-humanities-cuts-doge-national-endowment-for-the-humanities-grants/82795240007/