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Marcy-Holmes looks to inform residents about local crime through block club program.
Community members will evaluate a block club program aimed at improving safety in Marcy-Holmes at an upcoming neighborhood meeting.
Drone technology used to maintain historic Stone Arch Bridge
Intel publicly announced its plan to use drones to inspect the Stone Arch Bridge earlier this month in a partnership with the Minnesota Department of Transportation and Collins Engineers. The bridge is one of many structures across the state that are now being inspected with the technology.
Food court-style dining coming to Dinkytown
The location for University Food Court at 330 15th Ave. SE is currently undergoing demolitions, but restaurant owners who eventually lease the space can begin moving in around late January said Yama Zhong, who will manage the property after it opens in August. A definitive list of vendors won’t be revealed until May, but Zhong said it will include Korean fried chicken, bubble tea, hot pot, poke, cheese steak and ice cream.
Towerside project draws heat from Met Council
A Prospect Park project aimed at providing energy-efficient heating and cooling was recently shot down by the Metropolitan Council.
New Burrito Loco owner hopes to reimagine Dinkytown restaurant
Burrito Loco in Dinkytown will see a revamped menu and atmosphere under a new owner. The restaurant and bar was bought from owner Greg Pillsbury by John Park on Nov. 20. Park plans to introduce new menu items, including fusion foods, along with updates to the building’s interior.
Two campus-area apartments sell for tens of millions of dollars
Two University of Minnesota area apartments have changed ownership in the past month, selling for tens of millions of dollars.
Proposed CBD coffee shop in Dinkytown faces legal problems
Hideaway and Wally’s Falafel and Hummus owner Wally Sakallah originally planned for his newest business, Cosmic Bean Dispensary, to sell drinks and food infused with CBD oil. But this would be a “critical violation” of the Minneapolis Health Department food codes, said Daniel Huff, environmental health director with the health department.
Como development gains support in growing commercial district
A residential development in a Southeast Como commercial corridor has garnered resident support, despite safety and affordability concerns.
Women-only workout space underway in Cedar-Riverside
Citing a lack of culturally-appropriate spaces, community leaders in Cedar-Riverside are seeking to establish a women-only recreation space in the neighborhood.
Woman dies after falling from campus apartment balcony
A woman died from her injuries after she fell from the 10th floor of The Bridges apartments in Dinkytown early this morning.