The following is a collection of business related articles that recently appeared on Patch sites in Edina, Golden Valley, Hopkins, Lake Minnetonka, Maple Grove, Minnetonka, Plymouth, Richfield, Shakopee, and St. Michael. Click on the headline to read the full story.

Have No Fear, Pizza Luce Will Have Beer—And Hopefully Open Mid-Summer

The newest addition to the Pizza Luce franchise will hopefully open by the end of July 2012 in the former Bridgeman's space on 66th Street in Richfield. In addition, the business was awarded its on-sale intoxicating and Sunday liquor license in mid-June.

Obama Talks Jobs For Vets at Honeywell in Golden Valley

While visiting Golden Valley based Honeywell in June, the president urged Congress to pass legislation that would create a Veteran Job Corps.

Badger Hill Brewing Teams Up with Lucid Brewing

Two Minnetonka start-up craft brewers have formed a cooperative agreement to share equipment.

Albertville Business Competes for Chance at National Social Media Title

Patch contributor and local business owner Melissa Harrison is taking aim at a national title.

Visions for Vacancies: Texa-Tonka

We want to know what you think should move into this St. Louis Park shopping center.

Driskill’s to Remain in Hopkins, Receive a Makeover

Despite worries that the store could leave, Driskill’s just signed a five-year lease for its existing space. 

Will a New Hotel be Built in Downtown Excelsior?

Patch has a preview of how the proposed hotel would fit into downtown Excelsior's tapestry and a look at what's next in the permitting process.  

Who Won Best Outdoor Patio in Plymouth?

The votes are in and one place has been voted as the best to enjoy a meal outside in Plymouth. 

What Will the Park Nicollet Project Look Like?

Developer Klodt Inc. shared preliminary plans with the Hopkins City Council on Tuesday. 

Commission Recommends Plans for Chick-fil-A Restaurant in Maple Grove

The request by Chick-fil-A for approval of a PUD development stage plan received Maple Grove Planning Commission support. 

Canterbury Park Announces $150,000 Mystic Lake Derby

“The Mystic Lake Derby will offer the largest purse ever paid at Canterbury Park and will increase next year,” Canterbury CEO Randy Sampson said. 

Southdale Center Makes List of Architectural Wonders

The Edina shopping mall is among the '10 Buildings That Changed America.'