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Oprah-endorsed Goodies, Lost Patient Records and New Outlet Mall Stores
August business news from our Patch sites in Hennepin County, Fridley, Shakopee and St. Michael.
The local treatmaker's 'poparoons' earned a place on the 'O List' in Oprah's magazine, WCCO-TV reported.
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The box may still be at the Minnesota facility where it went missing, the Fridley-based corporation told the St. Paul Pioneer Press.
Seven New Businesses Open in 2013 at Albertville Premium Outlets
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Find out which new businesses have opened at Albertville Premium Outlets and one that will be expanding.
Find out when the new fried chicken eatery will open.
See what's new in At Home and Co., Suzanne Haughland's new design store at 50th and France.
Brides of France Opens Consignment Shop in Garden Gate Flowers Space
The consignment shop opened July 1, two doors down from Brides of France's couture space.
Best Buy Says ‘Turnaround Plan’ is Working
The company reported that second-quarter earnings were up.
Shutterfly Expansion to Shakopee Continues Forward
The Shakopee City Council agreed to the requested economic incentives on Wednesday.
Scott County Moves Shutterfly Closer to Shakopee Expansion
Shutterfly would create 329 jobs in Shakopee over the next two to five years.
Time Heals: Blackstone Manor Clock Repair Restores Well-Loved Timepieces
The Hopkins Business and Civic Association named Blackstone Manor its 2010 business of the year.
Broadway Pizza to Celebrate 60 Years in September
And to celebrate Richfield and the rest of the restaurant locations are running week-long specials in mid-September.
Honey and Rye Bakehouse Coming this Fall to Excelsior Boulevard
The bakery, which will open in the space formerly occupied by S & D Dry Cleaning, is the passion project of two childhood friends.
New Boutiques Open in Tangletown, Windom
Home goods, cell phones on offer along 54th St. and Diamond Lake Road.
50th and France Lunds Considers Moving Across the Street
Lund Foods is in talks with U.S. Bank about buying an office building kitty-corner to the current site of its grocery store.
Samuel Stiele and Ed Stiele faced foul smells and floors covered in grease after they bought the shuttered building.
A Look at the New Regatta Condominium Building in Wayzata
The “Regatta” will be located above the street level of the Plaza Block as part of the mixed-use master plan and will offer luxury condominium homes.
Photo: Ribbon Cutting at the New HOM Furniture/Dock 86 in Rogers
Members of the I-94 West Chamber of Commerce were among those welcoming the new business to the nearby Rogers community.
Updated: Albertville Restaurant Site Getting Another Shot
In the past decade, the spot has been known by a series of names, including Majors Sports Cafe.
Google Recognizes Minnetonka Businesses' Online Presence
Google representatives, city officials, state legislators and Minnetonka's congressman gathered at The General Store of Minnetonka on Thursday to celebrate how well the community's businesses have done at going online.
Knollwood Redevelopment Snags on $2.5 Million Stormwater Compliance Cost
St. Louis Park wants Knollwood's owner to pay $2.5 million to $4 million in stormwater compliance costs. Knollwood called the amount a "tall order."
Eden Prairie Center Names Blogger 'Fearless Fashionista'
'Fearless Fashionista' is a fashion and lifestyle blog launching this summer.
DataCard Group Announces Decision to Relocate to Shakopee
The company will renovate its new facility and plan to move in September of next year.
Developer Plans New Apartment Complex Near Southdale Center
The apartments would go up at the site currently housing Borofka's Furniture.
Shops at West End Looking to Gain Comedy or Jazz Club
The St. Louis Park council will vote next week on whether to give more restaurant space to the shopping development.
‘Dribbling the Ball, Shooting Layups’: Honest-1 Perfects Customer Service
Matt Sederstrom will open his fourth Honest-1 Auto Care location in Maple Grove the day after Labor Day.
Auto Repair Shop Seeks to Relocate in Golden Valley
The Alignment Guy shop wants to relocate from Bloomington to 6124 Olson Memorial Highway, an industrial zoned area of the city within the Expressway International Park complex in Golden Valley.
Nonprofit Plans Affordable Housing Complex Near Cottageville Park
Minneapolis-based Project for Pride in Living wants to build a 51-unit apartment building at Oxford Street and Blake Road.
Canterbury Park Announces Creation of Minnesota Poker Hall of Fame
The first induction ceremony will be held Oct. 4, according to a park press release.
Has Your Favorite Minneapolis Restaurant Had Health Code Violations?
A new website appears to be home two years worth of information on health code violations for Minneapolis establishments.
James Patrick Mellin II and Timothy Devries were disciplined for substance abuse Aug. 1, according to the Star Tribune's Whistelblower blog.
Do You Want a Coffee and Wine Bar in Eden Prairie?
Voice your opinion at an upcoming public hearing.
New Canine Boarding Business Approved For Plymouth
The Minneapolis-based business Fun City Dogs would like to expand to a second location in Plymouth off Hwy 169 near Golden Valley. The Plymouth City Council approved a conditional use permit for the canine boarding facility.
Best Buy Founder Will Sell Company Stock
Richard Schulze said that selling Best Buy shares will help diversify his portfolio.
Lakeview And Red Oak Golf Courses Will Close This Fall
Two of the Lake Minnetonka area's oldest golf courses will see their last round this fall.
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