“Wouldn’t trust my family’s vehicles to anyone else,” says a customer of 27 years with Youngstedts, according to a Google review—one out of hundreds that are left by returning and new customers who trust Youngstedts with their vehicles. The family is celebrating 50 years of being in business. Read more about Family Business Keeps Rolling
Mound bladesmith Jason Kraus makes knives and swords for his business, Northstar Forge. Read more about 'Sharp Art': Local Bladesmith Finds Fervor for Forging
New Wayzata salon focuses on honesty to guide clients to what they’re really looking for. Read more about Root Salon in Wayzata Helps You Find Your Authentic Self
Unusual combinations of beautiful natural materials are the hallmark of local jewelry biz farahbean. Read more about Local Women Find Success with Natural Jewelry Businesss Farahbean
Susan Snegosky runs Fiddles and Fronds, an organic florist business, out of her Spring Park home. Read more about Spring Park Woman Operates Organic Flower Shop from Her Home
Darling Pickle Dips are all made with pickled vegetables, cream cheese and white beans. Read more about Best Friends Make Snacking Easier with Darling Pickle Dips
Coffee shop cum bookstore cum taproom Cream & Amber opened in Hopkins this spring, and it’s quickly becoming a beloved local gem on the near west side of the metro. Read more about Cream & Amber Hopes to Be the Go-to Gathering Place in Hopkins
We spoke with the executive director of the Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Chamber of Commerce about her role in the community and her deep, deep roots here. Read more about Chamber of Commerce Director Shares Why She Loves the Lake Minnetonka Area
Excelsior native Tony Filippi founded Summit Creek Hat Co. last summer, inspired to create a line of hats and other products that make the wearer think about their favorite places in the world. Read more about Excelsior Native Makes a Good Hat That Gives Back
NoSweat liners can be easily adhered to the inside bands of baseball caps, hard hats, football and hockey helmets, and more. Read more about Sweat-proof Your Hat or Helmet with These Locally Invented Liners
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