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Natural gas replacement, paving on Cedar and Minnehaha this spring
For approximately one month beginning in early April, CenterPoint Energy's natural gas infrastructure in Seward will be replaced on Minnehaha Avenue, South 9th Street and Cedar Avenue South. This … more
Hiawatha Links update: Survey responses, open house summary and upcoming FAQ
The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board is working on "Hiawatha Links," a new phase of design and engineering work that will build on the long-term plan for Hiawatha Golf Course completed in 2022. … more
Emma Norton’s Advancement Director Shawna Nelson Wills (shown) pointed out they incorporated trauma-informed design principals in the new building at Highland Bridge.
Overcoming homelessness at Restoring Waters
The soothing sound of a bubbling fountain greets visitors to the new affordable housing development at Highland Bridge in St. Paul. The fountain is a symbol for the aptly named Restoring … more
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The Nokomis Mills and Elevators at 3501 Hiawatha Ave. are owned by ADM Milling Company and may be torn down to build housing. In 2010, the the Ralston-Purina feed mill on the southeast corner of 38th and Hiawatha was razed and replaced by the 180-unit Longfellow Station project. Through a mix of historic and affordable tax credits, Dominium remade the historic millwork at 4041 Hiawatha into Millworks Loft housing units, which opened in July 2017. (Photo by Gabe Gordon)
Will 112-year-old grain elevators be demolished?
    Howe resident Joel Albers wants to stop the demolition of the 112-year-old grain elevators near 35th and Hiawatha.   Known as the Nokomis Mills and Elevators, … more
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Minneapolis unveils community vision for Nicollet redevelopment
The city of Minneapolis has unveiled a draft development framework for the highly anticipated New Nicollet Redevelopment project, guided by input from thousands of community members. Through 14 … more
Twin Cities Metropolitan Council adopts 'Imagine 2050' regional development guide
The Metropolitan Council has adopted a comprehensive regional plan, Imagine 2050,  guiding growth and development across the Twin Cities metropolitan region over the next three decades.   … more
One of the two 21-story apartment towers that continue to provide affordable housing for Seward residents. The Seward Towers are located off Franklin Ave.
When a developer wanted to take away affordable housing, community members stepped up to save Seward Towers
In early 1987, Caren Dewar, Redesign’s executive director, was in her Franklin Avenue office when she  got a call from Kathy O’Brien, then Seward’s representative on the … more
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Katrina Kessler
Minnesota’s greenhouse gas emissions rebounded after the pandemic, but remain below 2019 levels
Minnesota’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions dropped by 14% between 2005 and 2022, according to a biennial report from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) and Minnesota … more
Opportunity Crossing
Minneapolis surpasses $1 billion in construction value for 14th consecutive year
Minneapolis reached a major milestone in 2024, surpassing $1 billion in construction value for the 14th year in a row.   At a news conference Tuesday, Jana. 28, 2025, Mayor Jacob Frey – … more
Rethinking I-94 discards fill-in-the-trench options
Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) recommendations headed to the Rethinking I-94 project policy advisory committee are provoking debate. Recommendations to set aside at-grade parkway or … more
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Sean Sherman of NATIFS (at left) said, “The location and building were exactly what we were looking for in the middle of the American Indian Cultural Corridor. We feel that it has everything we need to create more food, access to schools and hospitals, and more access to tribal healthcare. The building will be the heart of our operation and the home base for everything we do.”
Sean Sherman buys 2601 Franklin Ave for new NATIFS Indigenous BBQ restaurant and commissary
North American Traditional Indigenous Food Systems (NATIFS) , the nonprofit founded by James Beard Award-winning chef Sean Sherman, has acquired the Seward Co-op Creamery building in Minneapolis. The … more
City invests nearly $18.5 million into affordable housing projects
The city of Minneapolis has committed nearly $17 million in direct investment, along with $1.5 million in 10-year federal tax credits, to 11 affordable rental housing projects in Minneapolis. The … more
Ramps at Hwy 55/Hiawatha Avenue and Lake Street now open
Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) crews have completed installing the new signal system and reopened the ramps to and from Hwy 55/Hiawatha Ave. and Lake St. Crews will continue work … more
Hiawatha Links
The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) announces "Hiawatha Links," a new phase of design and engineering work that will build on the long-term plan for Hiawatha Golf Course completed in … more
Wadaag Commons bringing affordable three- and four-bedroom units
A groundbreaking event on Monday, July 1 marked the kickoff of a new 39-unit housing development that will include affordable, high-demand three- and four-bedroom units. Wadaag Commons (1900 E 22nd … more
Janice Downing and Alicia Belton, The Coliseum, 2708 E. Lake St.
Minneapolis shines a light on partners creating new opportunities with city support
Signs of recovery can be seen all around the City of Minneapolis A new video series, Stories of Recovery , highlights some of the incredible rebuilding efforts happening in the city and the people … more
Update on Hiawatha Golf Course
The MPRB began and supported several small but impactful projects at Hiawatha Golf Course while funding for a more comprehensive design effort was secured.   Osprey Trash Boom System … more
The Calvary Lutheran Church congregation spills into the street to the upbeat music of Brass Solidarity on Sept.11, the last service Calvary will have there until renovation is complete to add deeply affordable housing units to 39th and Chicago. In the interim, Calvary will worship at Iglesia Luterana San Pablo/St. Paul’s Lutheran Church (2742 15th Ave.). (Photo by Jill Boogren)
Calvary church makes room for deeply affordable housing at 39th and Chicago
Sept. 11, 2022, marked the last day of service for a while at Calvary Lutheran Church (3901 Chicago Ave.). It looked a little different on this day, mostly celebratory, a little bittersweet, with … more
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This YardHome accessory dwelling unit (ADU) was installed in Morris Park with the help of Volunteers of America. It will provide permanent housing for veterans and their families formerly experiencing homelessness. (Photo submitted)
Volunteers of America partners with YardHomes on ADUs for homeless vets
Volunteers of America National Services announces a new partnership with YardHomes, a Minneapolis-St. Paul metro-focused Accessory Dwelling Unit specialist, to create innovative, permanent, … more
Two years after a fire destroyed Uncle Edgar's Mystery Book Store and Uncle Hugo's Science Fiction Book Store at 2864 Chicago Ave., owner Don Blyly is reopening. He has purchased the former Glass Endeavors building at 31st and Minnehaha Ave., and will open in June. (Photo by Terry Faust)
Uncle's bookstore finds new home in Longfellow
The civil unrest following George Floyd’s murder in 2020 delivered a double blow to Don Blyly, the longtime owner of the Chicago Avenue business with the double name: Uncle Edgar’s … more
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