Business

DeLuca sets retirement date for May 2025

“Her leadership knows no bounds. She assembled a multi-talented team operating in synchrony to support a bold vision for the port ... and we’re grateful for her years of service.” -- Yvonne Prettner Solon, president of the Port Authority Board of Commissioners

Ken Larson, Bulldogs, Prep Sports in the News

“While I feel humbled by this recognition, I accept it on behalf of the many generous donors and volunteers whose compassion and dedication ensure the Northern Lights Foundation continues to make a difference in so many lives.” -- Ken Larson

Duluth’s Incline Village funding and timing unaffected by other real estate developments

Longtime, New York-based developer Luzy Ostreicher, who is leading the project, said today that everything is on schedule for the planned Spring 2026 opening of the initial phase of Incline Village, a 70-unit condominium development.

ALLETE, City of Duluth in the news

“Having reached this important milestone, we are now one step closer to realizing the meaningful benefits we see ahead for all ALLETE stakeholders as the result of this partnership." -- Bethany Owen, ALLETE Chair, President and CEO

Business Notebook

Patty McGaffey was appointed President & CEO of Oneida Realty Company, a commercial real estate services firm in Duluth and established in 1908. Having served as the CEO since January 2023, she has now taken on the additional role of president following is a member of the Building Owners and

Brianna Vander Heyden rejoins Lion Hotel Group as GM of Holiday Inn & Suites Duluth

The Lion Hotel Group today announced that Brianna Vander Heyden has rejoined the organization as general manager of the Holiday Inn & Suites Duluth Downtown, located in Duluth.  Vander Heyden has several years of experience in the hotel and hospitality industry with the Lion Hotel Group. She previously served as

Northland Reliability transmission project provides sizable boost to state’s economy

A significant economic boost is expected from the Northland Reliability Project with positive impacts on jobs and wages and about $2 billion in total impacts to Minnesota’s economy, according to a study by the Bureau of Business and Economic Research at the University of Minnesota Duluth’s Labovitz School

Allete recognized for gender diversity on board and among executive officers

“Creating and strengthening an equitable and inclusive culture is one way we’re putting sustainability into action at Allete.” -- Bethany Owen, Allete chair, president and CEO

Super One Foods wins Grocer Award

Super One Foods, a family-owned independent grocery chain, has been recognized with an Exceptional Independent Grocer Award for 2024 from the Shelby Report. The award highlights the company's commitment to the communities it serves by providing excellence, innovation, and outstanding service within the grocery industry.   The Exceptional Independent

MnDOT awards $18 million for port development projects

Seven port development projects that support efficient, reliable freight movement on Minnesota’s waterways were selected to receive a total of $18.1 million in grants, the Minnesota Department of Transportation announced today. The funding comes from the competitive Port Development Assistance Program. Two of the projects are located in

Oneida Realty Company promotes Alex Tessier to vice president

Oneida Realty Company, a Duluth-based commercial real estate services firm, has promoted Alex Tessier from property manager to vice president. Tessier joined Oneida Realty Company in April 2022 as a member of its property management team, following 12 years in leadership positions with area hospitality and development organizations. His role

National Bank of Commerce honored for community commitment

Minnesota Power files electric rate proposal

As Minnesota Power continues the transition to a reliable, resilient clean-energy future through its EnergyForward strategy, today the company is filing its 2024 electric rate proposal with the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (MPUC). The 2024 proposal supports the investments that the company is making to continue to advance a clean-energy

Jeff Frey’s headshot business transitions to new ownership

Jeff Frey Photography’s commercial portrait (headshot) business will become The Studio as it transitions to new ownership beginning November 1, 2023. After more than 40 years, Frey is stepping away from the headshot portion of his business, turning over the reins to The Studio, a subsidiary of Swim Creative,

AIMCLEAR wins five U.S. Search Awards

“Our talented marketers, communicators, creators and technical experts make it their mission and passion to serve our clients.” -- AIMCLEAR President and CEO Laura Weintraub

Telework is here to stay in Minnesota, latest Census data show

By Christopher Ingraham, Minnesota Reformer The share of Minnesotans working from home during the pandemic skyrocketed, from 6.4% in 2019 to 20.9% by 2021. There was some hope — particularly among CEOs, managerial types and commercial landlords — that this was just a one-time disruption that could be reversed via

Larson, Titanium Partners announce adaptive reuse housing development

By Kelli Latuska At a press conference Thursday afternoon, Mayor Emily Larson and Brian Forcier, Principal at Titanium Partners, announced a conversion project at the Ordean Building and the adjacent Ordean Plaza that will adapt the structure into a mixed-use building bringing up to 35 new dwelling units to downtown

$8.50M sale of sought-after multi-housing community in Duluth, Minnesota closes

JLL Capital Markets announced today that it has closed the $8.5 million sale of Canal Park Square, a historic mixed-use redevelopment, consisting of 29 homes and six retail bays in Canal Park. Originally constructed in 1886, Canal Park Square went through a redevelopment in 2015 to convert the second

Duluth company makes prestigious list of fastest growing businesses in US

Ad Advance was co-founded by CEO Joe Shelerud and COO Matt Wiklund in 2017.

ALLETE Clean Energy adds new customer segment through power purchase agreement with Seattle City Light

ALLETE Clean Energy completed a refurbishment project at the Condon wind site in 2019 to extend its operating life and requalify the site for federal production tax credits.

BusinessNorth Exclusives: Northland defies economic instability – for now

Despite inflation, higher interest rates, a handful of bank runs and a possible federal debt default, there’s optimism that Duluth-Superior and surrounding counties might dodge the bullet.

Minnesota Power receives EEI Emergency Response Award

“This was the worst winter storm Minnesota Power has ever faced in terms of the number of outages and reports of wires down.” -- ALLETE Chair, President and CEO Bethany Owen.

Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce and Titanium Partners to host groundbreaking celebration

"We are so grateful for their (Titanium Partners') continued investment in our region, their strong community partnership and how they intentionally use local labor and talent on their projects." -- Daniel Fanning

Sun Country Airlines extends 'Duluth to MSP for No Fee' promotion for Landline motorcoach service

“This offer makes the price of a ticket booked from Duluth the same cost as booking from Minneapolis.” -- Noelle Fredrickson, Landline’s Director of Network Planning

North Shore Mortgage to host grand opening, ribbon-cutting ceremony

The grand opening event will include a ribbon-cutting ceremony performed by the Superior Douglas County Area Chamber of Commerce.

Allete advances most transformative growth strategy in company history

With momentum on its side, Allete’s sustainability-in-action strategy is securing the company’s place as a national leader in the transition to a clean-energy future, company chair, president and CEO Bethany Owen told investors at Tuesday’s virtual 2023 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. “ALLETE is once again the No.

Connect at Clyde luncheon today

Mark Poirier of the Armory Arts and Music Center and Dan Collison of Sherman Associates are guest speakers at a luncheon at 11:45 a.m. today Clyde Iron Works, Restaurant, Brewery and Event Center in Duluth's Friendly West End. The Armory Arts and Music Center is partnering

Cirrus launches new Limited Edition aircraft

Cirrus Aircraft has unveiled a new, destination-inspired Limited Edition aircraft to commemorate the 9,000th SR Series aircraft delivery. The 9,000th Limited Edition SR Series reflects the thousands of Cirrus Aircraft owners who embody the Cirrus Life™ empowering them to travel to different destinations without constraint or boundaries. Whether

Duluth Pack introduces limited-edition Spruce Series

Duluth Pack, the United States' oldest canvas and leather bag and pack manufacturer, is bringing back from the archives limited-edition release to its line of genuine leather and canvas packs, totes duffels and outdoor gear. The limited-edition Spruce Series features best-selling products, including the Market Tote, Deluxe Shell Purse