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CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: Main Street Economic Revitalization Grants Open in Downtown St. Cloud and Foley
Apr 28 2025The Greater St. Cloud Development Corporation (GSDC) is excited to announce that grant applications for the Main Street Economic Revitalization Program, funded by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED), will open on April 15, 2025. This funding opportunity aims to support economic revitalization efforts in downtown St...
St. Cloud Technical & Community College Strengthens the Local Economy With Partnerships and New Programs
Apr 21 2025St. Cloud Technical & Community College (SCTCC) is one of the strongest education and workforce development assets in the region. It continues to provide value to local businesses by effectively preparing students to start their careers. SCTCC has opened new education centers and is developing programs that will grow existing...
St. Cloud is prepared to meet the healthcare needs of residents across the region with a new medical school opening this fall. CentraCare Regional Campus St. Cloud is the first expansion from the University of Minnesota Medical School in more than 50 years. The school will accept 24 students per...
A St. Cloud business has been named as one of the best places in the country to work. USA Today has named Preferred Credit Inc. (PCI) as a Top Workplace.The award recognizes the company's dedication to supporting an innovative and value-driven work environment. USA Today says the award is based...
What was supposed to be a temporary pursuit turned into a multiple decade career for a lifelong St. Cloud resident.Books Revisited will celebrate 30 years under its current owner, Jon Lee, this June.Lee bought the bookstore in 1995, shortly after he graduated from St. Cloud State University. He said he...
Kalsan Cuisine, a restaurant that combines East African dishes and American fare, has opened at the Midtown Square Mall in St. Cloud.Mohamed Jama of St. Cloud opened Kalsan Cuisine in January with two other business partners in the former Kays Midtown Café location.Continue reading here.
Happy Thyme Asian Market, a new Asian market that offers a wide selection of food and snacks, opened in St. Cloud. Soon it will be serving food from its new restaurant - that will be located in the store. It also expects to open a food court in the coming...
This is the third and final round of funding from the $80 million program signed into law in 2021.The Greater St. Cloud Development Corporation has been awarded $624,000 to be used on projects in downtown St. Cloud and downtown Foley.Continue reading here.
Waite Park's entertainment spots Granite City Jump and Nice Axe will be relocating to St. Cloud this spring.The two entertainment businesses, owned by Marcia Prescott, are expected to open in the Midtown Square Mall along Division Street this spring.Continue reading here.
When you talk with Jill Kampa, President of Sunburst Memorials, the first thing you notice is that her office is also the conference room and one of the bathrooms. To say her workplace is cramped would be an understatement, and the need for space has limited Sunburst Memorials’ ability to...
St. Cloud, Minnesota, is on a path for growth because its economic development efforts are supported by different organizations with unique yet collaborative roles and responsibilities. The City of St. Cloud Economic Development Authority (EDA) works closely with the Greater St. Cloud Development Corporation, the St. Cloud Area Chamber of...
The City of St. Cloud, Minnesota invests in sustainable infrastructure that prepares the region for growth. One of the best examples of scalable infrastructure is the Nutrient, Energy, and Water Recovery Facility (NEW RF), St. Cloud’s wastewater treatment facility. This facility treats an average of 10 million gallons per day and...
The City of St. Cloud will be front and center this fall during the second season of the series, “My Town.”Cory Hepola, an erstwhile Twin Cities television and radio anchor, is the program's director and host. The show positively portrays rural America and aims to accurately explain rural living, since...
As a large lot off Division Street remains empty, a St. Cloud developer is once again approaching the city for help accessing its site after many years of struggling to develop it.With a public hearing scheduled for next month, Sanvik Developments is asking the City of St. Cloud for an...
New St. Cloud Mayor to Appoint 20 Committees, Set Public Hearing Dates on Development Projects Monday Night
Jan 27 2025In a continued changing of the guard, new St. Cloud Mayor Jake Anderson will make appointments around 20 committees while also setting dates for future public hearings on development projects.Anderson is doling out duties to new and current members of the council as well as city residents. They include spots...
There’s Great Industry Growth in St. Cloud, MN
Jan 27 2025St. Cloud, MN, is one of Minnesota’s fastest-growing metropolitan areas, home to several significant industries. The city is a talent, business resources, innovation, and economic growth hub. St. Cloud is home to an educated and skilled workforce, making it a perfect fit for businesses in every industry. Major industries finding...
The City of St. Cloud Economic Development is dedicated to providing resources and services to drive growth in St. Cloud. “Our organization is dedicated to offering personalized services and critical resources to businesses in the area,” states Cathy Mehelich, Economic Development Director. “St. Cloud Economic Development is here to help...
The City of St. Cloud is receiving $41,433 to assess an area downtown earmarked for potential development.The money comes from the Contamination Cleanup and Investigation grants, which pay up to 75% of the costs associated with assessments and cleaning of polluted sites. It will be put toward the 0.3-acre Riverboat...
Search Available Properties in St. Cloud Today
Jan 20 2025Site selectors, business owners, and entrepreneurs can now search for and find the right site or property for their business in St. Cloud, MN. The City of St. Cloud Economic Development website is the primary source dedicated to helping individuals and enterprises find the perfect property to match their needs. Find...
Companies located in St. Cloud, MN have access to one of Minnesota’s fastest-growing skilled workforce. “The city is home to exceptional post-secondary education opportunities in numerous high-demand degree programs at St. Cloud State University and technical and community colleges,” states Lyndsey Stram, Economic Development Specialist. “Businesses benefit when hiring these...
Major Employers Finding Success in St. Cloud
Jan 13 2025St. Cloud, MN, is home to several major employers thriving in the area! The city is a regional hub for commerce, healthcare, education, and more, offering residents and newcomers satisfying job opportunities across multiple industries here. The city’s major employers help form a thriving community for the thousands of dedicated...
The City of St. Cloud is strategically located in Central Minnesota with several inherent advantages, including transportation, location, and utilities. “Those looking for an ideal location to run a business are encouraged to contact the City of St. Cloud Economic Development Department,” states Lyndsey Stram, Economic Development Specialist. “We are...
View St. Cloud’s Community Profile Here
Jan 6 2025Site selectors and business owners looking for a place to locate, relocate, or expand in St. Cloud, MN can view the city’s online community profile. City of St. Cloud Economic Development staff is dedicated to helping business owners get to know the community by providing in-depth and up-to-date information on...
The City of St. Cloud Economic Development proudly introduces the St. Cloud Development Activity Dashboard. The city is dedicated to providing the most up-to-date and accurate information on the area’s economic development. The dashboard helps users stay updated on the latest construction and development projects in St. Cloud. The information...
