News that Duluth-based Cirrus Industries, Inc., would be sold to a Chinese government-controlled company sparked concerns about a loss of Minnesota jobs. Minnesota's Republican Representative Chip Cravaack, for example, in
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General Mills is looking to expand the recently acquired Yoplait brand globally, especially in developing markets like China and India, the Star Tribune reported, citing information shared by company executives
Lawson Software Chief Financial Officer Stefan Schulz is leaving to join Minneapolis-based Digital River, Inc., as its CFO. In his new role, Schulz will be responsible for the company's accounting,
About one week after St. Paul-based Lawson Software, Inc., was officially acquired by GGC Software Holdings, the business has reportedly given layoff notices to some of its workers. Lawson, which
Seven months after the roof on the Metrodome collapsed, the sports venue and home of the Minnesota Vikings finally has a new roof. Bill Lester-executive director of the Metropolitan Sports
Two months after The Kennedys aired on cable network ReelzChannel, the controversial miniseries has received 10 Emmy nominations. ReelzChannel-based in Albuquerque, New Mexico and owned by Minneapolis-based Hubbard Broadcasting, Inc.-scooped
Edina-based Regis Corporation on Tuesday announced that it has invested in Roosters Men's Grooming Center, a Warren, Michigan-based salon franchise that offers services ranging from men's haircuts to seven-step shaves,
Back in 1952, The Schwan Food Company launched its home-delivery business with ice cream-the same product that the company is now bringing to customers through its first retail location. The
Two weeks into the state's shutdown, Governor Mark Dayton announced Thursday that he will accept the Republican leaders' budget proposal from June 30, but only if they agree to some
The state government shutdown has spelled bad news for 22,000 laid-off workers and for consumers wanting to enjoy some of life's pleasures-like buying lottery tickets, visiting state parks, and using
Little Canada-based St. Jude Medical, Inc., announced Tuesday that its Epiducer chronic pain management system has hit the market after receiving clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. According
Best Buy Company, Inc., on Tuesday announced its support of a new "e-fairness" law in California, which requires online retailers with a presence in the state to collect sales tax
Leaders from 3M Company, Ameriprise Financial, General Mills, Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America, and the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce have joined forces with other business leaders from across
Bars, restaurants, and liquor stores across Minnesota may have licenses to sell alcohol-but during the state shutdown, some are running out of booze and are unable to replenish their supplies.
Minneapolis-based Target Corporation is accelerating its plans to expand into Canada, with plans to hire 100 people in the country over the next six months, according to a report by
Minneapolis-based Xcel Energy, Inc., announced Friday that it has reached a settlement with the U.S. government to resolve two lawsuits-which could cost the federal government $200 million. The settlement resolves
The Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday announced that they have fired head coach Kurt Rambis. Rambis was named the team's ninth head coach in 2009 and served as head coach for
U.S. Bank has launched a program that aims to help customers affected by the Minnesota government shutdown. The Minneapolis-based bank announced Monday that it will allow such customers-provided that they