The Western Minnesota Prairie Waters Antiques, Local Shops, Dining and Lodging Guide has been updated, and will be available by January 31st. To request your copy, visit this page on the Prairie Waters website and fill out the request form, or call
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The 2012 Economic Census is Here!
The Economic Census is the U.S. Government's official five-year measure of American business and the economy. It is conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau, and response is required by law. Forms go out to nearly 4 million businesses, including large,
December 2012 Issue of UMVRDC Newsletter is Available Online
The latest issue of Regional Outlook, the quarterly newsletter of the UMVRDC, is now available. Click here to view or download the newsletter. To view this newsletter or the previous three issues, go to UMVRDC Publications under the Who We Are tab.
Season's Greetings from the UMVRDC Staff!
The UMVRDC Staff would like to wish you a Happy Holiday and a Happy New Year! Pictured, left to right: Katie Kellner, Lindsey Knutson, Jenifer Fadness, Jacki Anderson, Arlene Tilbury, Kristi Fernholz, Dawn Hegland & Jackie Sigdahl Please note:
UMVRDC in the News
UMVRDC Transportation Planner Lindsey Knutson is a graduate of the University of Minnesota Humphrey School of Public Affairs, and was recently featured on their alumni website. She shares her thoughts about working in Western Minnesota with another
Western Minnesota Prairie Waters Plans For 2013 With the Help of County, City and Business Member Partners
Western Minnesota Prairie Waters staff is looking back at the summer and fall travel season, as plans for 2013 are well underway. As we plan for 2013, our key objectives continue to be maximizing our budget; working with partners at local chambers,
UMVRDC Submits Small Cities Development Program (SCDP) Pre-Applications
Pre-applications to the Small Cities Development Program (SCDP) were due November 15, 2012. UMVRDC staff submitted pre-applications to the Small Cities Development Program (SCDP) for three of our communities: Benson, Ortonville and Granite Falls.
Citizen Planner Handbook Now Available Online
An invaluable resource is now available on the American Planning Association, Minnesota Chapter website for free: The Citizen Planner Handbook, an excellent reference tool for planning commissioners, elected officials, engaged citizens and also