We would like to congratulate Paige Meyer on receiving the 2024 UMVRDC Planner Scholarship! Paige also received the scholarship in 2023 and has worked for the UMVRDC as the summer intern for the past two summers. Paige is a 2023 Lac qui Parle Valley
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September 2024 Newsletter
Three Small Cities Grant Applications Awarded The City of Granite Falls received funding for a Streetscape project for $600,000. The project will be on Prentice Street (main street) and includes sidewalk replacement for three blocks using exposed
Carl’s Bakery
Carl's Bakery is a family business that has been a staple in Granite Falls for over 50 years. Read how the UMVRDC RLF has helped them along their journey.
Ortonville Dairy Queen
When the Ortonville Dairy Queen closed in 2023, new owners saw an opportunity to bring back the beloved ice cream shop for the community to enjoy. Read how the UMVRDC RLF was able to help the owners open the doors back up in May 2024.
Check out the UMVRDC FY24 Annual Report!
View the new annual report to check out all that staff have been working on in the past year.
June 2024 Newsletter
NEW Prairie Waters Visitor & Relocation Guides Available! The brand new Western Minnesota Prairie Waters Visitor & Relocation guides are in and being disbursed throughout our region! In the guide, you will find info on a variety of topics on
May Lunch & Learn
As a continuation of the discussions surrounding the topics covered at our Regional Workforce Summit this past fall, the UMVRDC and its regional partners are presenting Employer Lunch and Learn webinars to dive a little deeper into various workforce
Community Development Specialist – Employment Opportunity
Community Development Specialist This position will coordinate transportation related programs and information between MnDOT and local communities. You will participate in numerous committees, be responsible for community outreach and engagement,