CMMA Announces Central Minnesota Tour of Manufacturing Week: Oct. 1-4, 2025
Manufacturing facility tours at 24 locations across Central Minnesota St. Cloud MINN. (Sept. 9, 2025) — The Central Minnesota Manufacturers Association (CMMA) announces its 14th annual Tour of Manufacturing, set to take place Oct. 1 – 4, 2025, which includes manufacturing facility tours at 24 companies across the region for students, parents and the public to help inspire and recruit the next generation of manufacturing talent. The in-person tours provide a first-hand look at how Central Minnesota is a
Spotlight on Opioids and Overdose Event Oct. 4
Come and see how Anoka County is responding to the opioid epidemic at a free event 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 4 at Spring Lake Park High School, 1100 81st Ave. NE, Spring Lake Park. This event aims to raise awareness about overdose prevention and provide support for individuals and families who are or may be affected by substance misuse. Hosted by the Anoka County Opioid Solutions Initiative (ACOSI), the day will be filled with insightful education, discussions, and
Gateway Fiber Expands Into Elk River and Otsego, MN, With 100% Fiber-Optic Internet Service
ELK RIVER, Minn., September 10, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Gateway Fiber announced today that it is bringing its ultra-fast, 100% fiber-optic internet service to Elk River and Otsego, MN, joining other Twin Cities communities, including Blaine, Coon Rapids, Maple Grove, Plymouth, and others, as the company expands its footprint in the area. Construction on the new network is set to begin in September, with the first customers scheduled to come online later this fall. Most residents will see service available in
County Highway 37/137 Construction Begins
ROAD CLOSURE BEGINS SEPTEMBER 15th! Construction of the CSAH 37/CR 137 Project began on Sept. 2, 2025. This will coincide with construction on the new Costco site and construction on MacIver Avenue. Construction Phases The project is being constructed in two primary phases: Stage 1 Construction of MacIver Roundabout. CR 137 will be closed to through traffic beginning the week of September 15th. Stage 2 Construction of Improvements from I-94 Ramp Terminals to East of Lymon Avenue. The I-94 Ramp
