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Strengthening the Foundation

Strengthening the Foundation

Marquette Real Estate Group—successor to United Properties—reorganized in 2008 in order to expand nationally. Turns out that those moves also positioned it to take advantage of opportunities in one of the worst downturns ever in commercial real estate.
Don Shelby is Out Standing in His Field

Don Shelby is Out Standing in His Field

He’ll tell you why he doesn’t belong behind WCCO’s anchor desk anymore: He’s a “relic,” he has “too many edges,” he’s needed the rigors of the outdoors to recover from strokes. But local TV news isn’t leaving Shelby behind. He just might leave it in his dust.
Saving Innovation

Saving Innovation

Can a DIY culture of meet-ups, competitions, and “unconferences” spark more start-ups in the state?
Is Target Field on Target?

Is Target Field on Target?

Is the stadium generating positive returns on the public’s investment? Let’s check the scoreboard. Just don’t expect to see a final score.