Business
January 10, 2019

Medtronic, Boston Scientific stand by stents despite critical study

The companies say their data don't show safety risks that researchers have cited in a published analysis.
Minneapolis
January 10, 2019
Eric Dayton of Askov Finlayson.

North Loop shop Askov Finlayson will close for major redesign

The Dayton brothers plan a major change to their men's store, adding women's and dropping third party brands.
Business
January 10, 2019
Code42 CEO Joe Payne and employee Katie Vosbeek
in the kitchen area of the expanding Software company's new dowtown headquarters at 100 S. Washington

Minneapolis-based Code42 to lay off 55 workers as growth slows

The company said shifting focus to IT security from backup software has been tougher than expected.
Business
January 10, 2019
Vicki Hellenbrand, Baker Tilly partner and public-sector practice leader.

Baker Tilly acquiring St. Paul-based Springsted Inc.

The deal aims to build one of the largest municipal finance advisory firms in the United States.
Local
January 9, 2019
In this Jan. 3, 2019, file photo a realtor sign marks a home for sale in Franklin Park, Pa. Freddie Mac, the mortgage company, on Thursday, Jan. 10, r

Federal government shutdown means delays for Minnesota house buyers, small-business owners

After the first full business week since the shutdown began, executives and entrepreneurs are starting to see more widespread effects.
Business
January 9, 2019
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With corn, soybean prices down, Minn. farmers return to planting wheat

Wheat acres rose by 40 percent in 2018, some predict another uptick in 2019.
East Metro
January 9, 2019
Rendering of redevelopment project in Forest Lake submitted by Gatehouse Capital.

Possible redevelopment coming for Forest Lake feed mill

Proposal for site includes a conference center, hotel.
Business
January 9, 2019

Shoreview-based Ecumen, a national provider of senior services, names new CEO

Current second-in-command Shelly Kendrick will replace Kathryn Roberts, who will stay on in a part-time role.
Business
January 9, 2019

Sanford Health joins generic drug company

The South Dakota-based health system is one of 12 new health systems backing an effort launched in 2018 to combat medication shortages.
Business
January 9, 2019
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Tru Shrimp decision to build 'harbor' in S.D was a 'gut shot' to Luverne

Company cited a Minn. regulation, but S.D. financing may have played role.
South Metro
January 9, 2019
A regional system provides enough dependable, clean water to farm shrimp in landlocked Luverne, Minn.

Dec. 27: With spigot open, southwestern Minnesota towns flourish

No longer just a pipe dream, far-sighted water system set up parched towns for growth.
East Metro
January 9, 2019
Alula, a security systems technology company, is moving its headquarters and about 120 employees from Hudson, Wis., to the Midway Innovation Center, a

Security tech company Alula moves from Wisconsin to St. Paul

It will bring 120 workers to its new office in St. Paul.
East Metro
January 8, 2019
St. Paul, MN 12/27/2002 Paulette Lutter, shipping supervisor at Colder Products, packs up products going out today for customers in Germany, France an

Roseville to offer $3 million in tax breaks to lure St. Paul manufacturer

St. Paul manufacturer wants to consolidate 388 workers at a new HQ.
Business
January 8, 2019
Equipment on the Essar Steel site in Nashwauk in 2014 before Essar halted the project and filed for bankruptcy. (Provided photo)

Essar back in the picture at $2 billion Nashwauk mining and processing facility project

Troubled company from India said complex debt transactions pave the way; state officials not so sure.
Business
January 8, 2019
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MNsure defies health plan sign-up decline

Enrollment is down on federal health insurance exchange.
Local
January 8, 2019

Minnesota foundation created after tobacco lawsuit settlement announces grant recipients

The Ciresi Walburn Foundation was renamed this year to recognize the lawyers involved in the case.
Business
January 8, 2019

Alexander: How to make e-mail better for you

The method you want to use is important.
Business
January 8, 2019
Xcel wants to expand a program that allows customers to connect their usage to wind and solar sources. (Megan Farmer/Omaha World-Herald via AP)

Xcel wants to expand green energy 'Renewable Connect' program

The program allows customers' energy consumption to be earmarked as renewable energy.
Business
January 8, 2019
The company flag flies in front of Boston Scientific Headquarters in Natick, Massachusetts Thursday, January 12, 2006. Guidant Corp., after accepting

Boston Scientific revenue growth met expectations in 2018

Gains in fast-growing niches led the way.
Business
January 8, 2019
Sun Country CEO Jude Bricker, announced the airline's addition of eight new routes from MSP and 11 new routes at other U.S. airports.

Sun Country rolls out most new routes ever; 8 of them from MSP

The new routes from MSP include an initial one-way fare of $49 to Chicago. The Eagan-based carrier is also adding new routes from other cities where it believes travelers face high fares.

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