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New chapter for a beloved Minnesota popcorn stand
Minnesota Popcorn Stand When it comes to popcorn, more is usually better. That is, until you run out of room. Which is exactly what happened to
Conexiones grant builds community
Conexiones Immigrant families began moving to West Central Minnesota in the early 2000s, many to work in local agricultural and manufacturing
Artmobile grant grows social connection
Artmobile The Artmobile in Worthington teamed up with local high school students this past summer to make art with older adults in the community
Gnometown Grounds’ grand re-opening
Renovations lead to grand re-opening at Dawson café Local entrepreneur benefits from Southwest Initiative Foundation loan program DAWSON,
Estate gift means farmland can keep growing and giving back
Every farm has a story. Neil Kruse wants to see the next chapters for his family’s farm keep the rhythms of planting and harvest, machinery