Monday, April 1, 2013
March's business news includes at $400,000 fine, liquor violations, SimCity, Islamic University of Minnesota, a new cupcake bakery and a malt shop's 40th anniversary.
Editor’s Note: The following is a collection of business related articles that appeared on the following Patch sites in March 2013: Eden Prairie, Edina, Fridley, Golden Valley, Hopkins, Lake Minnetonka, Maple Grove, Minnetonka, Plymouth, Richfield, Shakopee, Southwest Minneapolis, St. Louis Park and St. Michael. Hunt for Stolen Shakopee Puppy Leads Police to Pot Growing Operation The puppy and the suspect were gone when police arrived at a Northfield home, according to reports. Three of the World's Billionaires Come From Minnetonka Forbes magazine released its list of billionaires. Who do you think has ties to Minnetonka? VIDEO: Jon Balch 'The Restaurant Guy' Visits Fireside Pizza in Richfield Richfield native and former hockey pro Darby …
Sunday, March 10, 2013
This week's selection includes a new conference in the west metro, SimCity, parking planning, a new Which Wich and students celebrate a snow day.
Editor’s Note: Every week we bring you a sampling of stories from Patch sites in the west metro: Eden Prairie, Edina, Fridley, Golden Valley, Hopkins, Lake Minnetonka, Maple Grove, Minnetonka, Plymouth, Richfield, Shakopee, Southwest Minneapolis, St. Louis Park and St. Michael. Community Mourns: Body of Robbinsdale Man Found in Mexico According to an article published by KARE 11, the body of Mark Stoneberg was found after almost a week-long search. Three of the World's Billionaires Come From Minnetonka Forbes magazine released its list of billionaires. Who do you think has ties to Minnetonka? After Lull, Neighborhood Corner Poised for More Growth Once a destination for antiquing shoppers from across the metro 50th and Xerxes is coming into…
Thursday, February 28, 2013
February brought a variety of business happenings in Golden Valley.
Click on the headline to read the story. Piazza's Italian Ristorante Closes in Golden Valley The long time Golden Valley restaurant was part of the community for more than 25 years. Plans for Minnesota School of Basketball's Move to Golden Valley Crumble The business will remain in its Plymouth location. Vikings Stadium Contract Goes to Mortenson Construction The Golden Valley-based business that has built sports facilities for the Twins, Wild and Timberwolves will now help build the $975 million stadium for the Minnesota Vikings in Minneapolis, according to media reports. New Business: Bark & Bathe Self Service Dog Wash, Full Service Pet Salon The new pet-friendly business recently opened in nearby Robbinsdale and celebrated their grand …
Thursday, February 14, 2013
The owner of the new Eagan sandwich shop location is reportedly planning a store in Golden Valley, reports Eagan Patch.
Golden Valley could be one of the next locations for a Which Wich sandwich shop. The company, which strives to create an edgier environment in its stores, is planning a large-scale expansion in the Twin Cities, Eagan Which Wich owner Jeff Eccles told Eagan Patch. Eagan will soon be seeing a opening on Feb. 19. The company may open a second store in Eagan, and is planning additional locations in Apple Valley, Eden Prairie and Golden Valley, Eagan Patch recently reported. The restaurant is part of a national chain based in Texas, according to Eccles, who owns another Which Wich location in Savage. He says the restaurant's variety sets it apart from its competitors. Which Wich has 51 sandwiches on its menu, and hundreds of possible …
Wendy Erlien
9:43 am on Thursday, February 14, 2013
We'll be looking into that and share an update when we find out. more ›