A Slice of History.
With its historic churches and bucolic charm, Elmdale is a close-knit community that treasures its heritage.
With its historic churches and bucolic charm, Elmdale is a close-knit community that treasures its heritage.
Small businesses have an oversized impact on the economy. According to the Small Business Administration, two out of three new jobs in the private sector from 2000-2017 were created by...
Restaurants play an integral role in our communities, serving as important gathering places and contributing to the local economy. Every dollar spent in restaurants generates $2 in sales for other...
Rural towns have struggled for years with “brain drain,” the phenomenon where young people move away for college and job opportunities and don’t come back. But lately, some towns are...
November 24 is Small Business Saturday, a shopping holiday that urges consumers to patronize small and independent businesses rather than online retailers or big box stores. American Express was behind the...
In the summer of 2009, Scott Lykins and a few of his colleagues from the Eastman School of Music organized some informal classical music concerts in the Brainerd area. They...
Since 1972, the number of women-owned businesses in the U.S. has risen 3,000 percent. It’s an impressive statistic, especially considering the fact that women were required to have a male...
Most say Jim Formanek is a very creative guy. Others would call him ambitious. Some would say he is restless. They would all be right. Formanek has recently started marketing another new...
There is a plan cooking to bring a bigger food cooperative business to Wadena. A crowd estimated at 150 people turned up this spring at the Maslowski Wellness and Research Center....
Mid Minnesota has recently added new home loan consultants Heather Brill, Heather Richter and Veronica Jensen. "All three were promoted from within the credit union and I know they will do...
Looking for a fun day trip for the whole family or for a couple’s get-away? Set Long Prairie in sight. With its rich variety of things to do, mixed with history,...
For more than 30 years, Falls Fabricating has been shipping metal parts from panels to storage tanks and more out of Little Falls. Today, the company operates out of a facility...
Lane Otremba, 17, is a student at Pierz Healy High School who has his future set in mind. Once he graduates in a year, he will go full-time...
A summer internship managing paint crews may not seem like the natural path for a psychology major. It was a question Megan Straka asked when the College Works Painting internship came...
The Belle Prairie Ball Fields are open and it’s time to play ball. The ball fields, which are part of the 26-acre complex, along with soccer fields, represent a combination of...
RED LAKE FALLS, Minn. — Minnesota farmers are good at growing wheat; they've been doing it since the early 1850s. But there's always more to learn, and Minnesota Wheat is...
When Bob and Caroline Nibbe started their strawberries and then their pumpkin patch, they thought it would be a way to augment the college funds for their four boys. They named...
Brenda Billman-Arndt, Brainerd's Destination Downtown Business Challenge winner, no longer has to dream to open her own boutique. All she has to do it turn the key on the front door...
MOORHEAD, Minn.—When Melany Thomas goes to sell her beef cattle, potential buyers will sometimes direct their questions to her husband, who quickly sets them straight, according to Thomas. "She's the one...
RiverWood Bank was named 2017 Lender of the Year by the Minnesota Business Finance Corporation (MBFC). This award recognizes RiverWood Bank for having the highest dollar amount of SBA 504...
You know it’s summer in Minnesota when it’s early on a Friday afternoon and northbound traffic on I-35 is backed up out of the Twin Cities and and both ways...
Joyce Brenny, chief executive of Brenny Transportation in Minnesota, gave her truck drivers a 15 percent raise this year, but she still can't find enough workers for a job that...
The Itasca-Mantrap Operation Round Up Trust recently awarded $45,000 to 83 civic projects. Operation Round Up, a charitable program unique to electric co-ops, is designed to provide financial assistance to non-profit...
New numbers from DEED show Minnesota has more teens working during the summer. MINNESOTA - Summer is almost here and that means kids are antsy to get out of school and...
MANKATO — Retirement of baby boomers is a big topic in the business community as a shortage of workers makes it harder to find the next generation of employees. But the...
Event at U.S. Bank Stadium in 2019 will attract 94,000 visitors — and their wallets. The economic impact estimate is in for the 2019 Final Four at U.S. Bank Stadium, so...
Yearly survey finds rising optimism; taxes a bigger concern in Minnesota. Competition from big business has replaced "uncertainty" about the future as the chief concern among small business owners nationally, according...
Sebeka has coined the phrase, “Small enough to know you, big enough to serve you.” Sebeka has its own grocery store, Ernie’s Market, which is open convenient hours. The Sebeka Senior...
MedicalDesign & Outsourcing took a deep dive into the Minnesota medical device development scene to examine what some consider the next hotbed of medical device development. Here's what you should know. 1. The...
Minnesota’s 11,842 lakes are among the state’s most valuable resources. So it’s no surprise that a few homegrown startups have popped up to preserve and protect them. The Minnesota Department of...
Well-run live career fairs can be an important tool for the older job seeker who knows how to use them. Here are eight reasons they can be very productive for older job seekers. Forced networking. Most...
State companies set record for export sales in a first quarter ST. PAUL – Sales of Minnesota agricultural, mining and manufactured exports soared 9 percent to a first quarter record of $5.3...
Buyers and decision makers from Central and Eastern European companies will be introduced to products invented and manufactured by Minnesota companies during the Medical Buyers Mission, June 18-22, in Minneapolis. The mission,...
128 census tracts in Minnesota to receive the designation ST. PAUL – The U.S. Department of Treasury today approved 128 low-income census tracts in Minnesota to be designated as Opportunity Zones. All of the approved...
Families from all over are moving to the Wadena area. A town of about 4,000 Wadena is a forward thinking community. The historic storefronts and Art Deco style in the...
Crosslake has lake in the name and that's appropriate for this town with about 121 miles of shoreline in city limits. About one third of Crosslake’s area is covered by...
Menagha means “blueberry” in Ojibwe. Blueberries grew abundantly in the area and were often traded throughout the region. With a rich history Menagha is known as the “Gateway to the...
Looking to relocate or visit a “hub” of north central Minnesota. Staples could be just the place you are looking for. Staples has a small town feel and is a...
Osakis, on the shores of Lake Osakis, is the place to go for summer fun. Lake Osakis is a 6,300 acre lake that is fabulous for fishing. The chamber's website...
Long Prairie is the county seat for Todd County and has a population of about 3,500. It is near beautiful Lake Charlotte, a great spot for lake lovers. The town...
Eagle Bend is known as “Minnesota's Hometown” and for good reason. The town has a truly hometown feel! They aim to work hard to bring new business to town and...
Browerville has a low cost of living and a major employer, Dan’s Prize. Located in Browerville’s industrial park Dan’s Prize provides custom meats across the country. They work hard to...
Bertha is known having a lot of amenities but still a small town feel. Housing in Bertha is very affordable and they have the luxury of a healthcare facility in...
For a small town with a neat and charming downtown, Upsala is the place to visit or even move! Check out the “city that is always looking up.” Cedar Lake...
Looking for a small town to live but still with lots to do and see? Looking for a beautiful town with lakes around? Swanville may be just the place you...
Royalton is a progressive community with a young population. The median age is 34. With a population of 1,242, Royalton is a small but growing community. Located on the Platte...
Randall is in the southern part of the renowned Brainerd Lakes Area. The town has its own lakes to brag about. On the banks of the Little Elk River and...
Little Falls is one of the oldest communities in Minnesota. For true small town charm, but still with booming business and industry, Little Falls is a great place to visit...
Pierz’s history can be traced back to German Catholic farmers who started the town and name it Pierz after it was originally incorporated as “Rich Prairie.” Pierz maintains its German...
The people of Pequot Lakes, all 2,300 of them, are proud of their friendly little tourist town. In the middle of lake country, Pequot Lakes is a growing, family-oriented town....
A visit to Jenkins opens the gate to the Whitefish Chain of Lakes, which is 14 connected lakes. The closest lake in the chain to Jenkins is Lake Bertha, which...
Garrison is home base on a trip to Lake Mille Lacs anytime during the year. Lake Mille Lacs is one of Minnesota’s largest lakes and has activities all the time....
With trails, parks, and resorts East Gull Lake has a beautiful backdrop. If golf sounds fun- East Gull Lake courses have 108 holes! In town there are city tennis courts...
Cass Lake is known as the gateway to its namesake lake Cass Lake and the Chippewa National Forest. Fun times fishing, hunting and camping can be had in this beautiful...
In Morrison County near Little Falls is the friendly little town of Lastrup. This town has a beautiful city park with camping available and a playground. Farming is a tradition...
Bowlus is the only town within stopping distance along the Soo Line Trail. The trail is great for biking and snowmobiling. As a year long trail it extends for miles...
Nisswa may be a small town but in the summer it's where the fun is and the people are! In the Brainerd Lakes Area, Nisswa is known for its shopping,...
Far away from the Manhattan many think of, is a town full of fun and beautiful sights. Manhattan Beach is in Crow Wing County near Crosslake. A small town of...
How much more needs to be said...A Minnesota summer is all about the lakes! Fifty Lakes has the perfect mix of a small town, laid back atmosphere and lakes, everywhere....
To learn more about the mining history of Minnesota there's no better place than Ironton. Ironton was once home to 14 mines, and now it is home to 14 lakes!...
Located in the northeast corner of Crow Wing County Emily has all the family fun a person needs. The city is a big draw for tourists with the opportunity to...
Wadena County is on the north west edge of Region 5. Wadena County has strategic access to rails, trails and roads and is beautifully positioned between farmland and forests. The...
Crow Wing County is on the eastern portion of Region 5. The county is well known for its natural beauty, including the lakes. There are 400 in the county and...
On a drive through north central Minnesota one town that likely stands out is the town with a big deer statue, that's Deerwood. Nestled among land rich with whitetail deer,...
Biking, watching racing, swimming, skiing, amusement park visits, shopping, golf, boating, the list of activities to do in Brainerd just goes on and on. Brainerd is one of the largest...
A lot of young families are moving to Lake Shore for the natural beauty, friendliness among residents and community spirit. Seasonal residents and visitors triple Lake Shore’s small population in...
Morrison County is one of the largest counties in Minnesota and is in the southern part of Region 5. Morrison County’s economy is based on agriculture with significant contributions from...
Crosby was named “the antique capital of Minnesota” in 1998 by Arne Carlson. Antique shops nearly fill the Main Street of this quaint small town. Biking is another word that...
There's a reason the summer traffic is heavy around the Baxter area. It's a beautiful place to visit or move. Baxter has an industrial park with access to heavy-truck ready...
Looking for a beautiful place to visit or even move? How about a city on Leech River near the Leech Lake Dam. Resorts, fishing, natural beauty-all of it can be...
Want to visit a city with some of the best walleye fishing in the State of Minnesota? Backus is the place to be! Pine Mountain Lake, a 1,567 acre lake...
In the northwest corner of Region 5, Todd County is considered the place where the “forest meets the prairie.” Todd County is known for reasonable property taxes and small-town values....
Located just outside the gates of Camp Ripley, Fort Ripley is a small friendly town which has a rich history. The city took its name from Eleazer Wheelock Ripley, an...
The small town of Cuyuna has a lot to reflect on in its past and a lot to look forward to for the future. Cuyuna has a rich history dating...
Breezy Point, even the name of this city encompasses how it feels to be there. A nice breeze on a point! Summer in Minnesota is a favorite season, and Breezy...
Leech Lake is the third largest lake in Minnesota. Walker has front door access to the beauty of the lake and also walleye and Muskie fishing. There's plenty of space in the...
What do bald eagles and Bigfoot have in common? Both can possibly be spotted in the small town of Remer. Remer has that small town feel and is located in...
Pine River is a beautiful city located about halfway along the 120 mile Paul Bunyan Bike Trail which goes from Crow Wing State Park to Lake Bemidji State Park. The...
Motley is a town of just over 600 people which lies along the banks of the Crow Wing River. The city falls primarily in Cass County but outlying parts are...
When people think of Minnesota they think of lakes and probably St. Paul, the capital of Minnesota. Longville is also a capital, the turtle racing capital of the world! Each...
There are 127 lakes within a ten mile radius of Hackensack. For a place truly in the middle of Minnesota’s 10,000 lakes Hackensack is the place to be. For winter...
There is always more to explore in Cass County which is the northern county of Region 5 and the largest county. There is fun to be had all year in...
Want to stay up to date with everything that’s going on in Region 5? Like to see your favorite places show up on your Facebook newsfeed? Are you “in…” Linkedin...
You may wince when a hiring manager asks, "Tell me about your last job." Here are ways to put a positive spin on your response and improve your chances of receiving...
Tips to keep your digital footprint tidy. Facebook, Twitter, Google+, YouTube, Pinterest, and LinkedIn have become an integral part of an online job search. However, be alert to online job scams....
1 in 5 Minnesotans will be 65 or older by 2030. As the population ages, industries that provide home care for older adults and people with disabilities will be in greater...
“It truly is a hunt,” 63-year-old Tom LaFond said as he led the way on the woodland trail, a few miles west of Royalton, one spring morning. He was stalking coveted,...
Remodeling has been underway at the Walker Area Food Shelf, thanks to significant community help and business owners who have provided extremely generous donations and discounts. Once such business is Walker...
The Minnesota Military Museum, located at Camp Ripley, has extended its summer hours to 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, including holidays. "We wanted to reach out into the communities, and welcome people...
A marker with the history of Rosko Field is positioned with one of the original hangars in the background, which is now Shipman Auto Parts. The marker was dedicated as the...
Minnesota employers eliminate 7,200 jobs. ST. PAUL – Minnesota’s unemployment rate fell to 3.7 percent in May, matching a post-recession low point last seen in June 2015, according to seasonally adjusted figures...
Governor Mark Dayton signed ten budget bills that included a first-of-its-kind beginning farmer tax credit. Authored by Rep. Nels Pierson (R-Rochester) and Sen. Mike Goggin (R-Redwing), the bill supports the...
If you want to reach your goals, you’d better be able to define them in the first place. That’s as true of a community as it is for a person....
A strong and resilient regional economy is like a three-legged stool with the for- and non-profit sectors and private philanthropy representing each leg. If any one of these legs is...
The audience numbered in the hundreds as people gathered in Evergreen Cemetery Monday to honor the lives of fallen soldiers for Memorial Day. There was no rain, but the sky was...
As a small business owner, continuing education is a key component in ensuring you have the skills necessary to keep your business growing as the surrounding environment continues to evolve. That’s...
Let’s say you’re cruising in your trusty vehicle after a particularly brutal work week. You’re thinking that F is for Friday and Freedom… when you notice that your tank is...
When it comes to a body and mind at peak performance, proper nutrition is vital—especially in the case of children and their school lunch. A balanced and nutritious school lunch...
Businesses usually begin with a great idea and a motivated entrepreneur. Whether they succeed, however, depends on hard work, good decisions—and the right help at the right time. The Todd...
The Staples clinic is on schedule. The south walls of the clinic will be breached in the next month, which take approximately two weeks to complete. Once a timeline has...
Total Population
120
Median Age
40
Diversity Index
3
Population Growth Rate
0%
Households
45
Total Housing Units
48
Median Home Value
$196,429
Average Home Value
$217,949
Income
Median Household
$58,480
Average Household
$77,549
Per Capita
$28,091
Income Growth Rate
Median Household Income
1%
Per Capita Income
2%
Workers 16+
43
Total Employed
16
Total Businesses
4
Average Commute Time
0 min.
