https://www.redwingportauthority.org Red Wing Port Authority News Feed Sat, 08 Aug 2026 04:49:24 +0000 en-US https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/68637/theres-still-plenty-of-summer-fun-in-red-wing-mn! https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/68637/theres-still-plenty-of-summer-fun-in-red-wing-mn! Wed, 05 Aug 2026 04:00:00 +0000 Independence Day celebrations are in the rear view mirror, but summer is still very young in Red Wing, MN. A bustling downtown, scenic surrounding bluffs, and being right on the picturesque Mississippi River make it a charming place to enjoy the season. Countless fun warm-weather activities and events appeal to... https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/68451/downtown-main-street-launches-new-app https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/68451/downtown-main-street-launches-new-app Fri, 10 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Over the past year, 12 new businesses have opened in downtown Red Wing, and two more are slated to open soon. Add to that the increased Amtrak traffic from the Borealis train route, and Red Wing has seen an increase in out-of-town visitors in recent months.Likewise, the new businesses mean... https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/68420/usda-rural-development-invests-more-than-19-million-to-support-healthcare-clean-water-and-economic-growth-in-iowa https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/68420/usda-rural-development-invests-more-than-19-million-to-support-healthcare-clean-water-and-economic-growth-in-iowa Fri, 10 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0000 U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development Iowa State Director Mike Sexton today announced that the agency is investing more than $19 million in projects to improve medical services, emergency response, clean water and support for businesses in rural Iowa communities.“Economic development is vital to our rural Iowa counties and communities,... https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/68419/community-risk-can-kill-a-project-before-it-breaks-ground https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/68419/community-risk-can-kill-a-project-before-it-breaks-ground Thu, 02 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0000 The Risk That Arrives Late—and Costs the MostIn a conventional site selection process, community engagement comes at the end: select the site, announce the project, manage the response. That sequencing made sense when community opposition was rare and permitting was predictable. Neither assumption holds anymore.Community risk has moved earlier in... https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/68448/2026-leaders-lab-participant-profiles https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/68448/2026-leaders-lab-participant-profiles Wed, 01 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Leaders Lab is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to engage Minnesota’s developing business leaders. It will enhance your personal and professional growth, connect you with business leaders statewide, and provide understanding into what drives Minnesota’s economy and how policy affects the success of business in our state. To learn more about Leaders... https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/68443/governor-walz-highlights-launch-of-office-of-public-service https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/68443/governor-walz-highlights-launch-of-office-of-public-service Wed, 01 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Governor Tim Walz today visited Open Cupboard in Maplewood to highlight the launch of the Office of Public Service and announce the office's eight inaugural Service to Success grantees. The new office will coordinate and expand access to service opportunities across the state, helping Minnesotans find meaningful ways to contribute... https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/68444/follow-your-heart-to-a-caring-career-many-opportunities-throughout-minnesota https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/68444/follow-your-heart-to-a-caring-career-many-opportunities-throughout-minnesota Wed, 01 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Throughout July, CareerForce is putting a spotlight on the many employment opportunities in health care and social assistance and encouraging people to “Follow Your Heart to a Caring Career”. There are more job openings in health care and social assistance than in any other industry in Minnesota!New short-term job projections... https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/68445/jerrys-advice-to-fellow-veterans-get-in-touch-with-your-area-vet-rep-and-stick-to-it! https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/68445/jerrys-advice-to-fellow-veterans-get-in-touch-with-your-area-vet-rep-and-stick-to-it! Tue, 30 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Air Force Veteran Jerry had been out of the military for over 20 years. During that time, he held a wide variety of IT positions in government and the private sector. “It was a bumpy ride at times. I was looking for the stability of being in (the military), and... https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/68449/celebrating-250-years-of-free-enterprise-and-launching-the-coolest-thing-made-in-minnesota-contest https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/68449/celebrating-250-years-of-free-enterprise-and-launching-the-coolest-thing-made-in-minnesota-contest Fri, 26 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000 As we look ahead to the coming month, we are reminded of an incredible milestone on the horizon: America's 250th anniversary. It’s a meaningful opportunity to reflect on two and a half centuries of American opportunity, innovation and the free enterprise economy that has fueled growth, entrepreneurship and prosperity across... https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/68446/laid-off-after-30-years-at-the-same-company-lori-turns-to-rmcep-for-help https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/68446/laid-off-after-30-years-at-the-same-company-lori-turns-to-rmcep-for-help Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Lori came to Leading CareerForce Partner Rural Minnesota Concentrated Employment Program (RMCEP) after a recent mass layoff that ended her 32-year tenure with the same employer. Lori was suddenly faced with the uncertainty of unemployment after decades of stable work. The transition was both financially and emotionally challenging, as she... https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/68442/avoid-these-red-flags-deal-killers-and-blunders-in-site-selection https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/68442/avoid-these-red-flags-deal-killers-and-blunders-in-site-selection Tue, 23 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000 The world of site selection has always been a high-stakes game of timing, logistics, and negotiation. But the conditions shaping project decisions today are more complex, more compressed, and more punishing of mistakes than at any point in recent memory. The margin for error has shrunk to almost nothing, and... https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/68450/native-tribes-are-building-power-for-their-people https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/68450/native-tribes-are-building-power-for-their-people Fri, 19 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000 On April 22, the White Earth Reservation in northern Minnesota activated what it calls a “resilience hub”—a solar and electric battery system located at the tribal school and community center in the White Earth village of Pine Point. The word “resilience” in the name was very intentionally chosen.According to Pine... https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/68447/rmcep-didnt-just-help-me-start-my-education-it-helped-me-change-the-course-of-my-life https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/68447/rmcep-didnt-just-help-me-start-my-education-it-helped-me-change-the-course-of-my-life Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Stephanie came to Leading CareerForce Partner Rural Minnesota Concentrated Employment Program (RMCEP) in late 2014 looking for help with school. She felt the idea of college was "out of reach" for her at the time, especially as a single mom of a two-year-old. RMCEP provided the financial support, confidence and... https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/68452/business-spotlight-business-owners-encouraged-to-grow-boldly-with-ignite-accelerator https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/68452/business-spotlight-business-owners-encouraged-to-grow-boldly-with-ignite-accelerator Fri, 22 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Since opening in 2014, Ignite has worked to help entrepreneurs and business owners in Red Wing and surrounding communities turn ideas into sustainable businesses.The nonprofit organization focuses on supporting startups and existing businesses through education, coaching, resources and connections designed to strengthen local economic development.“Our mission is supporting entrepreneurs and... https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/67629/red-wing-rising-revival-and-renewal https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/67629/red-wing-rising-revival-and-renewal Mon, 18 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Funding, expertise, and support for the next chapter of Downtown Downtown Red Wing continues to evolve, adapt, and thrive, with the Red Wing Port Authority (RWPA) at the center of this progress. Through a robust suite of funding tools, strategic partnerships, and technical support, RWPA is helping property owners, developers, and... https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/67599/statewide-policy-tour-summer-2026 https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/67599/statewide-policy-tour-summer-2026 Thu, 14 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000 The Minnesota Chamber’s 2026 Statewide Policy Tour is your opportunity to hear how recent legislative actions will impact your business. The Chamber's policy experts will break down what passed, what didn’t, and what it means for Minnesota’s and your business. Key priorities for the business community include the passage of... https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/67600/2026-leaders-lab-participant-profiles https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/67600/2026-leaders-lab-participant-profiles Wed, 13 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Leaders Lab is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to engage Minnesota’s developing business leaders. It will enhance your personal and professional growth, connect you with business leaders statewide, and provide understanding into what drives Minnesota’s economy and how policy affects the success of business in our state. To learn more about Leaders... https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/67605/advisory-planning-commission-to-hold-public-hearing-on-rezoning-sites-for-higherdensity-housing https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/67605/advisory-planning-commission-to-hold-public-hearing-on-rezoning-sites-for-higherdensity-housing Mon, 11 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Red Wing is preparing to take a significant step toward addressing its ongoing housing needs and expanding housing choices for current and future residents. On May 19, the Advisory Planning Commission (APC) will hold a public hearing on the potential rezoning of three redevelopment sites to allow higher-density housing: the... https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/67606/orourke-media-group-names-joe-paul-chief-digital-officer https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/67606/orourke-media-group-names-joe-paul-chief-digital-officer Mon, 11 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000 O’Rourke Media Group (OMG), a fast-growing, family-owned media and digital marketing company operating across nine states and 45 markets, has named Joe Paul as Chief Digital Officer.In this newly created executive leadership role, Paul will oversee OMG’s rapidly expanding digital strategy and operations, with a primary focus on growing digital... https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/67607/an-evening-with-dakota-speakers-is-may-21 https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/67607/an-evening-with-dakota-speakers-is-may-21 Thu, 07 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Three Dakota elders will share their wisdom and life experiences during “An Evening with Dakota Speakers” May 21, 2026, at the Prairie Island Community Center, 1900 Buffalo Slough Trail.The free event will start at 5:30 p.m. and feature Sandra McKay and Marilyn Hall of the Sioux Valley Dakota Nation and... https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/67596/governor-walz-proclaims-may-hire-a-veteran-month-in-minnesota https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/67596/governor-walz-proclaims-may-hire-a-veteran-month-in-minnesota Fri, 01 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Governor Tim Walz is proclaiming May 2026 as "Hire a Veteran Month" in the State of Minnesota and drawing attention to the 20th Annual Veterans Career Fair on May 20. The proclamation highlights the unique value veterans bring to the state's labor force, encourages Minnesota employers to hire veterans, and... https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/67522/how-forwardthinking-companies-are-redefining-workplace-wellness-and-winning-because-of-it https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/67522/how-forwardthinking-companies-are-redefining-workplace-wellness-and-winning-because-of-it Fri, 01 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000 I remember the exact moment I knew something had to change. I was answering emails at midnight, physically present but mentally checked out, running on caffeine and the vague promise of a weekend that never felt restful. I wasn’t alone.According to Gallup’s State of the Global Workplace Report, declining engagement... https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/67948/transparency-and-infrastructure-foresight-as-competitive-advantages https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/67948/transparency-and-infrastructure-foresight-as-competitive-advantages Fri, 01 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000 There is a moment in almost every economic development project that nobody wants to talk about: the moment when the celebration fades and reality sets in. The announcement has been made, the community is excited, and then something surfaces — a $250,000 tap fee, a privilege tax buried in a... https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/67521/unlocking-airport-funding-how-communities-can-turn-planning-into-progress https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/67521/unlocking-airport-funding-how-communities-can-turn-planning-into-progress Fri, 01 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000 For many communities, the biggest barrier to airport development isn’t vision — it’s funding. City leaders worry about local match requirements. Airport managers feel overwhelmed by federal processes. Economic developers see opportunity but struggle to connect aviation investments to broader growth goals.The reality is, the funding is out there for... https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/67601/with-two-weeks-left-of-the-legislative-session-tax-conformity-and-paid-family-and-medical-leave-take-center-stage https://www.redwingportauthority.org/news-and-media/p/item/67601/with-two-weeks-left-of-the-legislative-session-tax-conformity-and-paid-family-and-medical-leave-take-center-stage Fri, 01 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Today, I want to focus on the final two weeks plus of the 2026 legislative session as we step into May. We know that the Legislature will have to wrap up on or before May 18, so lawmakers are entering a critical final stretch where major decisions will be made,...