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Ascential Technologies Facilitates Reshoring in Medical & Life Science Manufacturing with New State-of-the-Art Facility

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023
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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- To help customers revitalize global supply chains through reshoring, Ascential Technologies today announced an expansion of its capabilities and domestic manufacturing footprint with the opening of a state-of-the-art, 100,000-square-foot facility in Blaine, Minnesota. The company's highly innovative automation solutions are the driving force that makes reshoring manufacturing from overseas locations a financially viable option for manufacturers in Minnesota and beyond.

Key Points: 
  • The new Ascential Medical & Life Sciences facility employs 150 people and is equipped with world-class machinery, integrating the latest advancements in automation technology to facilitate the production of medical and life sciences products and devices.
  • "As healthcare demand for advanced medical and life sciences products continues to rise, we recognize the importance of bolstering domestic manufacturing capabilities," said Scott Watts, president of Ascential Medical & Life Sciences.
  • "Today we celebrate Ascential Technologies' investment in Minnesota and commitment to our region's growth in next-generation medical device technologies."
  • For more information about Ascential Medical and Life Sciences, please visit https://www.ascentialtech.com/mls/

Gateway Fiber Bringing 100% Fiber Optic Internet to Twin Cities Suburbs Blaine and Coon Rapids

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Monday, August 21, 2023
Online, Quality of life, Gateway, Work, Education, Economic development, Internet, Internet service provider, Cable television

MINNEAPOLIS, Aug. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- New high-speed internet is coming to Minnesota. Gateway Fiber, a leading provider of ultra-fast and reliable internet services, announced today its expansion to the state, offering internet solutions in Blaine and Coon Rapids. The launch of Gateway Fiber in these communities will deliver lightning-fast internet speeds, ensuring residents have access to the latest technological advancements and enhancements for their digital lifestyles.

Key Points: 
  • Gateway Fiber , a leading provider of ultra-fast and reliable internet services, announced today its expansion to the state, offering internet solutions in Blaine and Coon Rapids.
  • Construction will begin this fall on Gateway Fiber's new 100% fiber optic internet service.
  • "We are proud to bring the first truly high-speed, fiber internet to the area," said Gateway Fiber CMO John Meyer.
  • With an industry-leading net promoter score and a strong commitment to providing innovative connectivity solutions, Gateway Fiber is revolutionizing the internet landscape in Blaine and Coon Rapids.

Rasmussen University to Open New Hennepin/Anoka Campus

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Tuesday, April 12, 2022
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We are incredibly proud of this new campus and are excited to welcome the community this summer.

Key Points: 
  • We are incredibly proud of this new campus and are excited to welcome the community this summer.
  • Classes at the Brooklyn Park/Maple Grove and Blaine campuses will continue until the new campus opens in July 2022.
  • For more information about the Rasmussen University Brooklyn Park/Maple Grove campus, please visit https://www.rasmussen.edu/locations/minnesota/brooklyn-park/ .
  • Rasmussen University, a university accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, is dedicated to changing lives and the communities it serves through innovative and flexible educational programs.

DGAP-News: COMCAST EXPANDS BROADBAND TO NEW CUSTOMERS AND BUSINESSES ACROSS WASHINGTON STATE

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Tuesday, February 1, 2022
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Comcast today announced it expanded broadband service to 13,928 additional homes and 862 businesses in Washington, including major projects in King, Pierce, Snohomish, Spokane and Whatcom counties.

Key Points: 
  • Comcast today announced it expanded broadband service to 13,928 additional homes and 862 businesses in Washington, including major projects in King, Pierce, Snohomish, Spokane and Whatcom counties.
  • During the last three years, Comcast has invested nearly $1 billion in technology and infrastructure throughout the state, including upgrades to its broadband network.
  • Comcast also added service to customers in Blaine, Deming, Everson, Ferndale, Lynden, Maple Falls and Nooksack.
  • Washington businesses in these areas now have access to the full suite of Comcast Business Internet, Voice, and Video Services, including WiFi, TV and managed enterprise solutions for businesses of all sizes.

Verano to Enter Coveted New York, Minnesota and New Mexico Markets with Proposed Acquisition of Goodness Growth Holdings

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Tuesday, February 1, 2022

CHICAGO, Feb. 01, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verano Holdings Corp. (CSE: VRNO) (OTCQX: VRNOF) (“Verano” or the “Company”) and Goodness Growth Holdings, Inc. (CSE: GDNS) (OTCQX: GDNSF) (“Goodness”) are pleased to announce that they have entered into a definitive arrangement agreement (the “Arrangement Agreement”) pursuant to which Verano will acquire all of the issued and outstanding shares of Goodness (“Goodness Shares”) in an all-share transaction valued at approximately US$413 million on a fully-diluted basis (the “Transaction”).

Key Points: 
  • Adding the New York, Minnesota and New Mexico markets to our portfolio, with full vertical integration, provides Verano with a solid foundation for future growth.
  • Goodness currently holds one of ten vertically-integrated licenses to grow and dispense medical cannabis products in the state of New York.
  • Goodness currently holds one of two vertically-integrated licenses to grow and dispense medical cannabis products in the state of Minnesota.
  • Goodness Growth Holdings, Inc., is a physician-led, science-focused holding company whose mission is to bring the power of plants to the world.

Everlight Solar: A Year of Giving and Growing

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Friday, January 21, 2022
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VERONA, Wis., Jan. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- 2021 was a year of relentless effort in giving back to the local communities that Everlight Solar serves.

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  • VERONA, Wis., Jan. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- 2021 was a year of relentless effort in giving back to the local communities that Everlight Solar serves.
  • With a focus on lifting up those most in need, Everlight Solar showed a tremendous commitment to Midwest communities.
  • For the 2021 Holiday Season, the Everlight Solar team donated thousands of toys to those in need.
  • Everlight awarded the Clean Energy Scholarship to students at the University of Wisconsin and the University of Minnesota for the second year in a row.

Top Private Testing Lab: As Twin Cities Experiences Sustained Surge in COVID-19 Positives, Here's How to Stay Safer During The Holidays

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Thursday, December 23, 2021
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The lab performed rapid tests on about 13,500 Twin Cities residents with 1,187 people testing positive.

Key Points: 
  • The lab performed rapid tests on about 13,500 Twin Cities residents with 1,187 people testing positive.
  • If you go back to June and July, we were seeing positive rates in the 1 to 2 percent range.
  • Each site is open for extended hours during the holidays and can handle at least 1,000 rapid tests each day.
  • Given the sustained surge in the region, we recommend that even fully vaccinated people should wear a mask in public indoor settings.

Harbor Custom Development, Inc. Closes on $4.8M Sale of 24 Developed Lots to MainVue Homes

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Wednesday, December 22, 2021
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The purchase included 71 developed lots with panoramic views of Birch Bay and the Cascade Range and is situated adjacent to the iconic Semiahmoo Resort and award-winning golf course.

Key Points: 
  • The purchase included 71 developed lots with panoramic views of Birch Bay and the Cascade Range and is situated adjacent to the iconic Semiahmoo Resort and award-winning golf course.
  • In addition, Harbor has acquired land and will begin constructing homes in three new markets.
  • In the Sacramento metro market, Harbor will be constructing homes in completed subdivisions in both Rocklin and Auburn, California.
  • In the Austin metro market, Harbor has acquired developed lot inventory in Dripping Springs, Driftwood, and Horseshoe Bay, Texas.

Couple Brings Healthcare and Business Backgrounds to New Caring Transitions Franchise in North Twin Cities

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Monday, December 20, 2021
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Now they are looking forward to using their experience to serve clients in a new way as the owner of a new, senior-focused relocation and estate-clearing company Caring Transitions Twin Cities North.

Key Points: 
  • Now they are looking forward to using their experience to serve clients in a new way as the owner of a new, senior-focused relocation and estate-clearing company Caring Transitions Twin Cities North.
  • Caring Transitions is the professional choice for moving, downsizing and hosting estate sales.
  • Caring Transitions Twin Cities North serves Anoka, Ham Lake, Champlin, Blaine, The Lakes in Blaine, Coon Rapids, Andover and the surrounding areas.
  • Caring Transitions Twin Cities North is bonded and insured, and all employees are background checked.

Harbor Custom Development, Inc. Closes on $3.87M Sale of 27 Developed Lots to Century Communities

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Thursday, December 16, 2021
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We are thrilled to add Century Communities as one of the selected builders for the Horizon at Semiahmoo project and look forward to working with their team.

Key Points: 
  • We are thrilled to add Century Communities as one of the selected builders for the Horizon at Semiahmoo project and look forward to working with their team.
  • Harbor has active or recently sold-out residential communities in Gig Harbor, Bremerton, Silverdale, Bainbridge Island, Belfair, Allyn, Port Orchard, Lacey, Burien, Yelm and Blaine in the state of Washington.
  • In the Austin metro market, Harbor has acquired developed lot inventory in Dripping Springs, Driftwood, and Horseshoe Bay, Texas.
  • Century Communities, Inc. (NYSE: CCS) is a top 10 national homebuilder, offering new homes under the Century Communities and Century Complete brands.