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$5.9 million Princeton roundabout project under way

The Princeton area is about to get a crash course in roundabouts.

Couple delivers 'green' business pitch to Afton

Clint and Bobbi Elston of Afton believe they have set the bar high when it comes to sustainable living. They want the city of Afton to consider adopting their “green” ways.

Trails are growing across region

With trails being paved and small things like a new bridge or a land acquisition, the web of trails in southeastern Minnesota is slowly expanding.

Habitat for Humanity project begins in Princeton

Two families who are to benefit from the construction of two Habitat for Humanity homes in Princeton were out in Monday’s high heat and humidity helping with the work.

Engineers field questions about bridge project

Engineers fielded questions from business people last week about the project that is supposed to start sometime soon to replace two bridges and build a roundabout.

How many people will Elk Run hire?

Economic development is at the heart of the state’s support for the Elk Run development in Pine Island – namely, the building of an interchange that will connect the development with nearby Highway 52

Depot museum listed as endangered site

The Mille Lacs County Historical Society Depot Museum in Princeton has made the Preservation Alliance of Minnesota’s (PAM) list this year of the 10 most endangered historic places in the state.

Biotech backers unite to promote local effort

Gary Smith, president of Rochester Area Economic Development, and venture capitalist G.

Information campaign planned for bridge/roundabout project

The city of Princeton and the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) are working on a plan to educate area residents about the bridge/roundabout project during the upcoming construction season

Pine Island issues first building permit for $1 billion Elk Run venture

A $6 million building at the Elk Run biobusiness park in Pine Island should begin to rise within weeks.