Feb 27 2025 2 mins
Good morning, this is Minneapolis Local Pulse for Thursday, February 27, 2025. We're starting off with some exciting developments in our city. The city of Minneapolis has unveiled a draft plan for redeveloping the site where a Kmart store has blocked Nicollet Avenue for nearly 50 years. The plan includes multiple uses for the 10-acre site, such as a grocery store, market-rate and affordable housing, and even a public park. Community Planning and Economic Development director Erik Hansen says the city's community engagement process has been substantial, with residents playing a significant role in shaping the draft framework[5].
In other news, Minneapolis is thriving as a tech hub, with top tech jobs offering salaries up to $180,000 annually. The city has about 39,000 tech job openings, driven by sectors like AI, IoT, fintech, and cybersecurity. Major employers like Medtronic and Boston Scientific are leading the charge, making Minneapolis an ideal destination for tech enthusiasts[3].
On the real estate front, the redevelopment of the Kmart site is expected to boost the neighborhood and city residents. Mayor Jacob Frey says the reopening of Nicollet Avenue and the development of the area will be a significant improvement for generations to come.
Looking at the job market, Minneapolis is seeing a surge in tech jobs, with a 25% increase in sector growth. The median household income has reached $83,544, with senior tech positions offering up to $180,000 annually.
In cultural news, the Northern Lights Concert Association Series is featuring Jeremy Stolles performing Broadway classics this Sunday at the Roseau School Theater. The show is sponsored by Border Bank, Marvin, and Security State Bank of Warroad[1].
For upcoming community events, there's a youth snowmobile safety course in Warroad today, starting at 4 PM at the Warroad School. Those taking the course must be 11 years old by today.
In crime news, we're still following the recent shootings in Minneapolis. Two men are dead, and one woman is hurt after separate targeted shootings late last week. Police are still investigating and urge anyone with information to submit an anonymous tip online to Crime Stoppers or call 1-800-222-TIPS[2].
Finally, a feel-good story: a Minnesotan who lost her job with the U.S. Forestry Service in Colorado has been rehired just a week after being laid off[4].
This has been Minneapolis Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.
In other news, Minneapolis is thriving as a tech hub, with top tech jobs offering salaries up to $180,000 annually. The city has about 39,000 tech job openings, driven by sectors like AI, IoT, fintech, and cybersecurity. Major employers like Medtronic and Boston Scientific are leading the charge, making Minneapolis an ideal destination for tech enthusiasts[3].
On the real estate front, the redevelopment of the Kmart site is expected to boost the neighborhood and city residents. Mayor Jacob Frey says the reopening of Nicollet Avenue and the development of the area will be a significant improvement for generations to come.
Looking at the job market, Minneapolis is seeing a surge in tech jobs, with a 25% increase in sector growth. The median household income has reached $83,544, with senior tech positions offering up to $180,000 annually.
In cultural news, the Northern Lights Concert Association Series is featuring Jeremy Stolles performing Broadway classics this Sunday at the Roseau School Theater. The show is sponsored by Border Bank, Marvin, and Security State Bank of Warroad[1].
For upcoming community events, there's a youth snowmobile safety course in Warroad today, starting at 4 PM at the Warroad School. Those taking the course must be 11 years old by today.
In crime news, we're still following the recent shootings in Minneapolis. Two men are dead, and one woman is hurt after separate targeted shootings late last week. Police are still investigating and urge anyone with information to submit an anonymous tip online to Crime Stoppers or call 1-800-222-TIPS[2].
Finally, a feel-good story: a Minnesotan who lost her job with the U.S. Forestry Service in Colorado has been rehired just a week after being laid off[4].
This has been Minneapolis Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.