Recent content from Nicole Norfleet
Be careful with the phrase 'Super Bowl' in marketing campaigns; NFL has the trademark
In less than five months, Super Bowl mania will descend upon the Twin Cities and give local businesses a home-turf advantage on the marketing blitz…
Minneapolis continues to issue more than $1 billion in building permits
For the sixth year straight, Minneapolis has passed the billion-dollar benchmark.
Dunwoody College of Technology plans $10M renovation of Mpls. campus
Dunwoody College of Technology has plans to expand its Minneapolis campus with a $10 million renovation. The update comes as the school adds to its…
Bloomington buying farm near MOA for $32M for World's Fair
The 59-acre property, the last farm in the suburb, has been owned by the same family since 1932. Bloomington hopes it will become the site for the 2023 World's Fair.
Judge dismisses lawsuit by potential buyer of downtown Minneapolis Macy's complex
City Center Realty Partners, which brought the suit, had a letter of intent with Macy's but didn't reach a deal.
Dayton's call for 'restrained' bid for Amazon HQ draws protests
Some Twin Cities tech leaders say the state's economic future shouldn't be handcuffed by homegrown companies Target and Best Buy.
Effort to redevelop key downtown St. Paul riverfront site collapses
Ramsey County calls off deal with developer over parking structure costs.
Atmosphere goes for a more comfortable, homey feel in office renovation
The company uses its 100-person, 29,000-square-foot space as a "worklab" in Minneapolis.
Twin Cities prepares to fight for Amazon's second headquarters
Greater MSP is already working with state economic development agency to put together a proposal.
Key Nicollet crossroad struggles in the new retail landscape
Today's real-life dramas of the owners and tenants on the corner of 7th Street and Nicollet Mall tell a bigger tale. An acceleration of retail store closings in the Twin Cities and across the country is pushing property owners into upheaval, forcing them to try new strategies to fill spaces that are often cavernous and awkward.
10-story, 57-apartment Nordic project is United's largest in North Loop
The 10-story development will incorporate 57 apartments, a seven-level elevated parking garage with additional underground space that could accommodate 400 vehicles, and office and retail space.
Cameron's Coffee is growing in Shakopee, expanding warehouse space
Cameron’s Coffee has increased its warehouse space in Shakopee as its sales have continued to grow, especially online. Cameron’s signed a lease renewal and expansion…
Downtown Minneapolis residents want a say in city's sale of land near Guthrie
Initial plans fell through when Mortenson Development announced it was abandoning a plan to build a 10-story tower with a 235-room Hyatt Centric hotel on the property.
New plans for bigger residential, parking complex on Thrivent lot
New plans suggest the building would have more housing units, and may be a mix of rentals and condos.
Gander Outdoors plans to move from St. Paul back to Bloomington
The outdoor retailer will occupy about 25,000 square feet of space in the Normandale Lake Office Park.
Edina V building, a home to Arkray USA and Barr Engineering, sells to Wisconsin energy company
An Edina med-tech industrial building has been sold for $11.2 million, another indicator of the solidity of the industrial market in the Twin Cities.The Edina…
Co-working, flexible leases at Twin Cities office buildings continue to grow
Several new real estate projects include office space that would offer short-term leases or accommodate shared work hubs
Chanhassen-based AmericInn sold for $170M to Wyndham
The deal puts a well-regarded chain of Midwest hotels in the hands of one of the industry's giants.
3M looking for office space in downtown St. Paul
The Maplewood company has a small number of people working in Lowertown.
Former Ecolab tower in St.Paul gets a major makeover
For St. Paul, the redevelopment of one of its tallest buildings is viewed as a way to spearhead growth downtown.
Two towers, bike bridge project in Edina now is one tower, bridge
Developers resubmitted plans after a property owner on one side of France Avenue balked.
USAA real estate unit buys Plymouth medical office
A Plymouth medical office building has been purchased for $11.9 million. The Plymouth City Center Medical Building, located near the intersection of 36th Avenue N.…
O'Neill steps down as CEO of the Nerdery; search for successor begins
Software design firm taps outsider as a president, looks for new CEO.
Compass report shows slow, steady commercial real estate market
The Twin Cities commercial real estate market trucked along at a slightly slower, but still healthy pace during the first half of the year, according…
Hotel project canceled at Guthrie Liner Parcel in Minneapolis
The city will request new proposals for a strip on Washington Avenue near the Guthrie Theater.
360-stall parking ramp planned for North Loop of Minneapolis
It's the second big ramp proposed in recent months for the North Loop.
Target set to give $14 million to youth soccer programs
Target, already an MLS sponsor, continues to make investments in soccer.
Collaborative tackles diversity issues in commercial real estate
Commercial business collaborative aims to broaden mission.
Former Ecolab building in St. Paul sells for $3.6 million
The building, which is getting a new name and quick updates, will be open in September.
Remodeled Armory to host days-long entertainment during Super Bowl
The remodeled building will continue to be a venue for concerts and large events after the Super Bowl.
$100M plan calls for towers, bike bridge over France Av. in Edina
The bridge is part of a plan to remake a busy Edina intersection and provide a missing link of the Nine Mile Creek Regional Trail.
Thrivent lot in downtown Mpls. might be redone as ramp and apartments
The plan is the likely first step in redeveloping three surface parking areas.
Frauenshuh acquires Minnetonka-based BTO Development
Frauenshuh Commercial Real Estate Group has acquired Minnetonka-based BTO Development LLC to expand its property management and development capabilities. As part of the development, BTO…
Dinkytown's landmark Varsity Theater is sold; music shows will return
The Varsity Theater in Minneapolis may soon rock again after a new owner says it plans to return music shows to the Dinkytown landmark.
International Market Square in Minneapolis sold for nearly $29M
Buyers plan an upgrade to the historic complex.
Wells Fargo sells Mendota Heights-based shareowner services business
Services unit is expected to stay in Mendota Heights.
Centennial Lakes wins TOBY Award
The Centennial Lakes Office Park in Edina has been awarded the International TOBY Award for outstanding building of the year in its category.
Shortage of skilled workers squeezing Twin Cities builders
Twin Cities builders and contractors are in the midst of one of their busiest years. But a shortage of skilled workers means that new projects are costing more and taking longer to complete.
Edina's Pentagon Park adding housing in revamp of $500M project
The $500 million makeover of Edina's Pentagon Park is getting a makeover. CBRE recently announced that it is marketing 28 acres of the 42-acre site, which is being renamed The Link, for sale as housing.
Vikings begin to market 200-acre development around new Eagan HQ
The Vikings on Thursday officially announced their marketing launch for Viking Lakes, a 200-acre project.
General Mills taps Pollard, ad industry veteran, as new top marketer
Pollard used data to help Coca-Cola more effectively spend $2 billion a year in advertising.
Small companies grant perks and flexibility to attract and retain talent
Several companies at the top of the small business list know how to let their workers have a little fun.
Fired exec from South St. Paul firm may be linked to dozens of condo fraud cases
Property management company fired employee, and he briefly went missing.
WeWork co-working office to open in Capella Tower in downtown Minneapolis
A new co-working space will open soon in Capella Tower in downtown Minneapolis. WeWork will open its first Twin Cities location in the office building…
Entertainment complex near Target Field would include Fillmore music theater
The North Loop complex would be named for the famed rock venue in San Francisco.
Office renovations pick up in downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul
Several Twin Cities projects are underway, seeking to adapt to the industry's latest trends.
Cray moves in as first tenant of 10-story Mall of America office building
Cray is the first tenant to occupy the Offices at MOA, a 10-story office building next to the JW Marriott hotel at the mall.
Redesigned Marquette Hotel in Mpls. is now part of Curio Collection by Hilton
Hilton puts $25 million into upgrades, including restaurant called Jacques.
Consulting firm finds niche helping web developers overcome obstacles for physically disabled
A new Minneapolis consulting group is helping clients make their websites accessible to those with disabilities
Ex-Macy's in Mpls. might get food hall, retailers new to Twin Cities
The former Macy's store in downtown Minneapolis could possibly get a food hall and new-to-market retailers as more details and another partner — Mid-America Real Estate Minnesota — emerged Wednesday in the makeover.
South Dakota construction company accused of relying on foreign workers over locals at Minnesota project
State union said the company has a record of exploiting a federal visa program for temporary foreign employees.
Two condo towers could rise across from Southdale, Galleria in Edina
The 20- and 24-story towers will transform the look of France Avenue near Southdale.
Plan for video bank teller bumps into Mpls. ATM laws
Bank of America wants to open an unstaffed branch, but Minneapolis argues it would violate ATM ordinances.
Business travel company Carlson Wagonlit Travel focuses on digital
It is using digital channels to improve the experience for business-trip clients.
New owner of Arctic Cat to shutter North Loop headquarters
The move to the hip downtown Minneapolis neighborhood was meant to increase the firm's visibility.
Canadian firm buys majority stake in Peanuts in $345M deal
The Peanuts brand, which includes the animated Charlie Brown and Snoopy characters who came to life in Minnesota, will soon be under a different corporate umbrella.
8-story MoZaic East offices to move ahead in Uptown without tenant locked down
It has a possible tenant with "significant interest."
Former U.S. Attorney Andrew Luger to join Minneapolis office of Jones Day
The former U.S. attorney will lead white-collar defense practice for Jones Day in the Twin Cities
Carlson Hotels and Rezidor Hotel Group make leadership changes
The new CEO of Carlson Hotels is heading to Rezidor, while another HNA exec steps in.
Uponor plans $17 million Apple Valley expansion
The new annex is in addition to the large addition that the plumbing pipe maker completed last year.
United Properties gets another extension for $350M tower on Nicollet Mall
United Properties has paid Minneapolis $100K to hold the deal as it seeks funding.
Thor Cos. moves beyond general contracting into full-service provider
The state's largest minority-owned business is turning itself into a one-stop shop
Mortenson announces first building in makeover of downtown Rochester
The building will be used for life science research.
Lander Group wants to remake area around 38th Street light-rail station in south Minneapolis
According to documents filed with city planners, it is planning a three-building, mixed-use project.
Minneapolis advertising agency Space150 promotes new president
Dutch Thalhuber, the firm's chief operating officer, steps into a bigger role.
Radio adapts to changing times, even in the digital age
A Minneapolis marketing agency is using innovative digital tools to better place and analyze performance of radio spots.
New law firm formed — Parker Daniels Kibort
Andrew Parker launches his third firm in the Twin Cities.
Minnesota added 5,300 jobs in March; jobless rate dips to 3.8 percent
Minnesota's annual job growth rate inched ahead of nation's for first time since July 2014.
Edina approves major 50th & France retail, housing, parking additions
Plans for more housing, retail and parking were approved by the City Council on Tuesday night.
Toro's new lawn mower makes switching directions easier
After spending hours observing Twin Citians trim their grass, Toro's leaders came to realize a little-discussed landscaping fact: People actually spend a lot of time mowing their grass backward.
Florida law firm Kluger Kaplan opens Minneapolis office
Kluger Kaplan said it views the Twin Cities as an "underserved market." Daniel Rosen, Minneapolis attorney known for eminent domain work, will lead office.
Ryan Cos. opens in new Millwright office building in downtown Minneapolis
The Millwright office building is Ryan Cos.' latest addition to Downtown East.
Ecolab selling downtown St. Paul tower that once housed its HQ
PAK Properties plans to renovate the downtown St. Paul tower into "modern office space."
Minneapolis ad agency Carmichael Lynch names Julie Batliner its new president
The firm promoted its head of public relations to the post.
Developers buy site near downtown Mpls. for $15.8M, plan apt. tower
The developers will build an apartment tower on what is now a surface parking lot.
More from Star Tribune
StarTribune.com welcomes and encourages readers to comment and engage in substantive, mutually respectful exchanges over news topics. Commenters must follow our Terms of Use.
Comments will be reviewed before being published.