This is a guest blog post by Greater Mankato Growth member, Christian Family Solutions. Christmas lights are shining in the streets, holiday music is on the radio, and there are joyous celebration ads on television. It appears that everyone is happy this time of the
This is a guest blog post written by Ashley Hanley of Greater Mankato Growth member business, Radio Mankato. Radio Mankato is proud to help our local restaurants during these challenging times. That is why we have launched the Restaurant Rally. The Rally takes place every
Today, Governor Tim Walz announces Executive Order 20-99 taking effect on Friday, November 20 at 11:59 p.m. (CST). In general, key points from the Governor’s announcement include:
We’re fast approaching the holiday shopping season and whether you start shopping before Halloween, or wait until the last minute, there is a big emphasis on supporting local businesses this year. Whether you realize it or not, YOU are playing a role in our community
Today, Governor Tim Walz announced Executive Order 20-96 (click the link for full details) , taking effect on Friday, November 13 at 10 p.m. (CST). The announcement amends Executive Order 20-74 with specific steps for social gatherings and guidelines for bars and restaurants. In general, the order calls for the following measures: Limits all social
Want a free way to leverage promotion of your employment opportunities to the whole state? The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) has just launched the #GoodJobsNow campaign, an initiative designed to let job seekers know that companies across multiple industries are still
This is a guest blog post by Greater Mankato Growth member business, Laketown Electric Corporation, to accompany their Business Focus video: There is little doubt that the advancement of LED has drastically changed the landscape of the electrical contracting market for the better. Five years ago,
Blue Earth County recognizes the important role certain community support organizations play in providing needed services for Blue Earth County residents, particularly in times of economic distress. Community support organizations that help provide housing services, food, childcare programs, employment opportunities, and access to social and
In May 2020, we published the first of a two part series in Connect Business Magazine. Our initial article spoke to why businesses should incorporate refugees, asylees and immigrants into their workforce. In the upcoming issue of Connect Business Magazine, part two will be published,
A second round of grant funding is being offered to small businesses and non-profits in Nicollet County that have been adversely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The first round of funding was offered in September. Grant awards will be provided to businesses and non-profits that
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