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St. Paul – Minnesota’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate dropped to 4.3 percent in February, down from 4.5 percent in January, according to numbers released today by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). The decline in the unemployment rate was due to more people finding work and a decrease in the number of unemployed people, which resulted in another decline in the number of people engaged in Minnesota’s labor force.
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Target today announced an enhanced Apple shopping experience for its guests. The new shopping experience debuts online and will begin rolling out in select locations this month, with additional locations scheduled to roll out by the end of this fall.
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Minnesota exports of goods were valued at $20 billion in 2020, a decline of 10 pecent since 2019, according to a report released today by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). U.S. exports fell 13 percent.
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April is synonymous with many things. Many people get their first glimpse of spring blooms in April, while families of faith look forward to gathering for Passover and Easter. Sports fans may welcome the return of professional baseball in April, while scholastic athletes may associate April with the return of spring sports. Though each of those things tends to be welcomed with open arms, one day in mid-April may not be greeted so warmly.
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On Wednesday morning, AMC Entertainment shares increased by more than 200 percent during premarket trading and hit more than $15 per share, nearly seven times the average analyst price target.
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Credit unions are beneficial alternatives to banks for people who want both the services banks provide and the commitment unions have to serving their members.
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On Monday, Nov. 12 comic book icon Stan Lee passed away at the age of 95. Over his lifetime Lee had created or co-created hundreds of iconic characters inspiring generations. Lee frequented events and comic conventions where he loved interacting with fans. After his passing fans recalled their favorite memories with the artist. The following is one of those stories.
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