St. Paul outlines 2026 legislative priorities, including arena overhaul and West 7th investment

City leaders are seeking significant state support this year for a range of priorities, from revitalizing downtown assets to investing in the West 7th corridor.…
Community ownership grant supports new real estate co-op in St. Paul

A new real estate cooperative in St. Paul has received a $125,000 grant to acquire its first property, marking a step forward in the city’s…
Fort Road Cannabis Brings Boutique Approach To New Industry In West 7th

A century-old storefront near the corner of Randolph Avenue and West 7th is now home to one of the neighborhood’s newest businesses — and one…
Highland Park Community Spotlight: Tiffany Sports Lounge

Each month, we are featuring a Highland Park business or organization. Community Spotlight honorees may have deep roots in Highland Park or might be new…
West 7th / Fort Road Federation April 2026

Annual Meeting April 13th | 6-8 p.m. Connect with neighbors, chat with local organizations and city departments, and learn about projects happening across the West…
Grand Hand Gallery Opens New Home On Grand Avenue, Continuing A Community Art Tradition

After more than two decades in one Grand Avenue storefront, a longtime St. Paul art destination has found a new home just a little farther…
Revitalize West 7th Spring Grant Round Opens For Facade Projects

Small businesses and property owners in the West 7th corridor can now apply for up to $10,000 in improvement funding as the West 7th/Fort Road…
Highland Park Community Spotlight: Vina Vietnamese Restaurant

Each month, we are featuring a Highland Park business or organization. Community Spotlight honorees may have deep roots in Highland Park or might be new…
Aldi To Replace Former Lunds & Byerlys In Downtown St. Paul

A full-service grocery store is set to return to downtown St. Paul after nearly a yearlong absence, with discount grocer ALDI planning to move into…