University combats food supply issues with MnDRIVE by Lyra Fontaine Published July 30, 2014 Backed by $3 million in state funds, 17 projects are aimed at issues of global food security, safety and sustainability.
University’s financial outlook remains ‘stable’ by Tyler Gieseke Published July 30, 2014 Despite factors like uncertain research funding, the University was evaluated favorably by credit agencies.
Private water wells soaking up fertilizers, University research says by Lyra Fontaine Published July 23, 2014 The study predicts that over the next 20 years, there will be a 45 percent spike in nitrate well contamination.
First Target mini-store set to open doors Wednesday by Lyra Fontaine Published July 23, 2014 The pared-down Target retailer will carry school supplies, groceries, electronics, home decor, and health and pharmacy items.
Jobs in STEM fields stagnant as Minnesota’s job market rebounds by Anne Millerbernd Published July 23, 2014 While nationwide the number of STEM field jobs is dropping, the state’s number is relatively high.
University police monitor credit card fraud by Ethan Nelson Published July 23, 2014 UMPD has received at least 10 cases of credit card fraud since last fall.
Area boards evolve, neighborhood interests remain by Taylor Nachtigal Published July 23, 2014 City Council recently approved seven new members to University area special service district boards, four of whom harbor housing interests.
Minneapolis gives ride-sharing the green light by Taylor Nachtigal Published July 23, 2014 A new city ordinance will allow companies like Lyft and Uber to operate for $35,000 per year, and another measure relaxes Minneapolis’ cab regulations.
University development official set to transition to the city by Taylor Nachtigal Published July 16, 2014 For over a decade, Craig Taylor has been a leader at the University.
New law aims to curb indoor tanning trend by Kendall Moon Published July 16, 2014 Melanoma rates among young Minnesota women are increasing 5 percent each year.
