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Long Prairie is undergoing a stunning visual transformation as it embraces a renewed commitment to beautification. Several initiatives are in the cards to enhance the city's visual appeal, bringing a sense of vibrancy and a fresh look to the community. One notable change is the replacement of all Christmas decorations after 25 years of faithful service. The city recognized the need for a lighter and brighter display, so energy-efficient LED lights were chosen. These new decorations aim to provide a festive ambiance during the holiday season and contribute to a more eco-friendly environment. Improvements to the city's signage...

The Initiative Foundation is an organization that serves Central Minnesota, including 14 counties and two sovereign tribal nations, offering business loans, nonprofit grants, leadership training, and donor services through its Partner Funds programs. The Foundation aims to improve the quality of life and build stronger communities in the region. Since 1986, the Initiative Foundation has invested multiple millions in the area through targeted grants and business financing investments. In partnership with the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED), the Initiative Foundation has approved 12 hometown projects that will bring over $10.2 million in main street improvements to...

Women-owned businesses are becoming increasingly common in cities and towns across the United States, and Long Prairie, Minnesota is no exception. This small town in central Minnesota is home to many women-owned businesses, which play a vital role in the local economy and community. The success of women-owned businesses in the Long Prairie area is a testament to the entrepreneurial spirit of women in rural communities. Many of these business owners have faced significant challenges, including limited access to funding and resources, as well as the unique obstacles that come with running a business in a small town. Despite...

“We love our Newcomers” event in Long Prairie Newcomer events are new to the Long Prairie community. The Welcome Center - WAVE/Saludos is hosting their first annual newcomer event on Feb 14, 2023 at the Chavez Event Center, 220 1st Ave S, Long Prairie. Thank you to the Region Five Development Commission who sponsored this evening.There will be background DJ music by Gio, some light refreshments that will be served to all attendees and door prizes: homemade chocolates, roses and other sweets. Newcomers are welcome. Please contact Luan Thomas-Brunkhorst , the Long Prairie Area Chamber of Commerce Director for...

New York, January 12, 2023 -- Moody's Investors Service has upgraded the City of Long Prairie, MN's general obligation unlimited tax (GOULT) rating to A2 from A3 and assigned an A2 issuer rating to the city. The issuer rating reflects the city's credit quality and ability to repay debt and debt-like obligations without consideration of any pledge, security, or structural features. This action concludes a review that was initiated on November 3, 2022, in conjunction with the release of the US Cities and Counties methodology. The city has about $25 million in outstanding debt as of June 30, 2022...

The fifth International Day of Education will be celebrated on 24 January 2023 under the theme “to invest in people, prioritize education”. Building on the global momentum generated by the UN Transforming Education Summit in September 2022, this year’s Day will call for maintaining strong political mobilization around education and charting the way to translate commitments and global initiatives into action. Education must be prioritized to accelerate progress toward all the Sustainable Development Goals against the backdrop of a global recession, growing inequalities, and the climate crisis. On the occasion of International Day of Education, we spoke to Daniel...

Is there a better way to end the year than by giving back to your community? In Long Prairie this year, several events centered around the holidays intend to bring joy and holiday cheer to local underserved communities. From serving hot meals to fund-raising for cookies, from coat drives to collecting toys for little children, a lot has been happening during the Season of Giving in this little community! Luan Thomas- Brunkhorst, Long Prairie Area Chamber of Commerce Director said, “There is a lot of joy amidst the community this season - it is the season of giving, and...