How to Start and Run a Successful Home Services Business
Starting a home services business isn’t just about knowing your craft—it’s about building something that works when you’re not watching. The right client base, the right tools, and the right decisions early on can mean the difference between a steady calendar and a mess of cancellations. You need rhythm. From the first booking to your tenth month of recurring customers, every choice you make becomes muscle memory in your business. This isn’t about turning wrenches; it’s about building an operation that
Union Congregational Church to celebrate 150th with homecoming
Union Congregational Church, United Church of Christ, in Elk River is inviting the community to join its 150th anniversary celebration Sept. 13–14 with a weekend of food, music, and reflection. With the theme “Honoring the Past, Celebrating the Present, and Embracing the Future,” the two-day homecoming event will blend fellowship, entertainment and worship, said the Rev. Nora P. Elliott, pastor of Union Church. The celebration begins Saturday, Sept. 13, with a family-friendly BBQ dinner from 5:30 to
The end of the line for Northstar rail service will be Jan. 5, 2026
A Metropolitan Council Committee of the Whole heard an update Wednesday, Aug. 6, regarding the plans to cease service of the Northstar Commuter Rail Line. They were told the last train will bring Vikings fans home on Jan. 3 or 4, 2026, depending on when the game against the Green Bay Packers is played. The last commuter train service will be provided on Friday, Jan. 2, 2026. Craig Lamothe, director of the Northstar transition for Metro Transit, and Adam Harrington, director of service development for
JonnyPops Named 2025 Food Manufacturer of the Year by Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal
Minnesota-based frozen treat company honored for innovation, rapid growth, and a culture of kindness Elk River, MN – JonnyPops, a Minnesota-based manufacturer of wholesome frozen treats, has been named 2025 Food Manufacturer of the Year by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal. This prestigious recognition highlights the company’s exceptional growth, commitment to innovation, and its unique mission to spread kindness through every pop. Founded in 2012 by St. Olaf College students Erik Brust and
Northland Medical Center Celebrates Community Impact with Meals ala Car Program and Upcoming Scrubby
Princeton, MN — Northland Medical Center, a trusted healthcare provider in the Princeton community, is proud to highlight the ongoing success of its Meals ala Car program and announce the upcoming Scrubby Bear Golf Tournament, scheduled for Saturday, September 13, at the Princeton Golf Course. Established in 1973, the Meals ala Car program is managed by Northland Medical Center Nutrition Services and remains a vital expression of the Fair Table Food is Medicine initiative. The program provides nutritious
