North 65 Chamber of Commerce Announces 2025 Chamber Award Recipients
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE North 65 Chamber of Commerce Announces 2025 Chamber Award RecipientsAwards Presented at Annual Chamber Awards Gala The North 65 Chamber of Commerce was proud to recognize outstanding achievements in business and milestone anniversaries at its annual Chamber Awards Gala, held on May 8, 2025 at Pinewood Weddings and Events. The event brought together local business and community leaders for an evening that featured networking, dinner, fundraising games, and live entertainment by
Arrowhead Transit Launches Redesigned Transit System for Chisago & Isanti Counties with Community Kickoff Event June 2
Cambridge, MN — After 6 months of planning, public input, and operational evaluation, Arrowhead Transit will officially launch its redesigned service in Chisago and Isanti counties on Monday, June 2, 2025, as part of the RideSmart 2025 initiative. To celebrate this milestone, a public kickoff event will be held at 10:00 AM that day at Arrowhead Transit’s Cambridge Office (245 2nd Avenue SE, Cambridge, MN 55008), featuring remarks from elected officials, community development leaders, and members of the
Highway 65 Construction Resumes April 7
Highway 65 construction in Ham Lake is set to resume April 7, 2025. Read more: https://www.isanti-chisagocountystar.com/news/highway-65-construction-in-ham-lake-resumes-april-7/article_4bd47a39-0d83-4b66-9f2e-734c6c12a2ed.html https://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/hwy65slp-eastbethel/index.html
Arrowhead Transit Launches Public Input Phase for RideSmart 2025 Redesign
Arrowhead Transit Launches Public Input Phase for RideSmart 2025 RedesignCAMBRIDGE, MN — Arrowhead Transit is asking Chisago and Isanti County residents to help shape the future of local transportation as it launches the public engagement phase of RideSmart 2025, a complete redesign of transit service in the region. From now until May 1, the public is invited to review the draft plan and offer feedback through in-person meetings, online surveys, and printed comment forms. This redesign reflects months of
Physical Therapy Consultants Enhances Patient Experience with North Branch & Isanti Clinic Merge
Physical Therapy Consultants Enhances Patient Experience with North Branch & Isanti Clinic MergeIsanti, MN — March 24, 2025 – Physical Therapy Consultants is excited to announce an important step toward enhancing patient care and accessibility. Beginning April 7th, our North Branch services will merge with our Isanti clinic, allowing us to offer expanded care and more resources under one roof. This transition reflects our ongoing commitment to providing the highest quality of care while streamlining
March 2025 Chamber Luncheon - Isanti State of the City Address to the Chamber
The North 65 Chamber of Commerce hosted the annual 'Isanti State of the City' luncheon on Wednesday, March 19, 2025.This presentation provided North 65 Chamber members and guests with updates regarding the city’s activities in the past year as well as a look to the future, with a business focus.REVIEW PRESENTATION SLIDES - CLICK HEREThank you to the City of Isanti for hosting us at the Isanti Community Center, and our caterer, Granny May's.
April 2025 Chamber Luncheon - State of Isanti County Address to the Chamber
The North 65 Chamber of Commerce hosted the annual 'State of Isanti County' luncheon on Wednesday, April 16, 2025.This presentation provided North 65 Chamber members and guests with updates regarding the county's activities in the past year as well as a look to the future, with a business focus.REVIEW PRESENTATION SLIDES - CLICK HEREThank you to the Braham Event Center for hosting us and providing a delicious meal.
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First Bank & Trust Welcomes Brett Olivo
First Bank & Trust is pleased to announce Brett Olivo as a new Mortgage Loan Officer. Brett brings over 15 years of mortgage experience to our Cambridge, Princeton, and East Bethel communities. He works to guide clients in their home-buying journey and offers expertise in refinancing and lending options, including conventional, FHA, VA, USDA, and portfolio programs. Brett is here to help navigate the home-buying process. Connect with Brett at brett.olivo@bankeasy.com or call 612.361.8157.
February 2025 Chamber Luncheon - Cambridge State of the City Address to the Chamber
The North 65 Chamber of Commerce hosted the annual 'Cambridge State of the City' luncheon on Wednesday, February 19, 2025.This presentation provided North 65 Chamber members and guests with updates regarding the city’s activities in the past year as well as a look to the future, with a business focus.REVIEW PRESENTATION SLIDES - CLICK HEREThank you to our site host, First Baptist Church and our caterer, The Levande by Vivie.
Arrowhead Transit | RideSmart 2025 to Improve Rural Public Transit in Minnesota
Arrowhead Transit | RideSmart 2025 to Improve Rural Public Transit in MinnesotaCambridge, MN – Arrowhead Transit is launching RideSmart 2025, an initiative aimed at enhancing public transportation services in Chisago and Isanti counties. This initiative will focus on improving service efficiency, accessibility, and reliability, with input from the communities we serve. This project is being designed with the future of expanding transit connectivity at the forefront of the conversation, noting MNDOT project
Minimum Wage Rates as of Jan. 1, 2025
New year, new minimum-wage rates as of Jan. 1, 2025 Minnesota's minimum-wage rates will be adjusted for inflation Jan. 1, 2025, to $11.13 an hour for all employers, including large employers, small employers, youth and J-1 visa wages for hotels, motels and lodging establishments. The law still allows for a 90-day training wage for workers under age 20. The current hourly training wage, $8.85, will increase to $9.08. As of Jan. 1, 2025:All employers must pay at least $11.13 an hour.The training wage rate,
The CTA, BOI and FinCEN: What Does this Mean for Cambridge/Isanti, MN Businesses?
The Corporate Transparency Act may require certain U.S. companies to disclose beneficial ownership information to FinCEN to combat financial crimes. As of today, 12/05/2024, Cambridge/Isanti, MN business owners have 26 calendar days(or 19 business days) left to file their Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) report with FinCEN. 1. Determine if Your Business Must File. A “reporting company” is any small business, corporation, or LLC that is registered with the state, unless exempt. Exemptions apply
Judge strikes down federal overtime rule
Judge strikes down federal overtime ruleFrom Reuters, Daniel Wiessner, November 15, 2024https://www.reuters.com/world/us/us-judge-strikes-down-biden-overtime-pay-rule-2024-11-15/ A federal judge in Texas on Friday permanently blocked a Biden administration rule that would have made about 4 million more salaried U.S. workers eligible for overtime pay. U.S. District Judge Sean Jordan in Sherman, Texas, said the U.S. Department of Labor rule that took effect in July improperly bases eligibility for
2024 Employee of the Year Announced
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 21, 2024 North 65 Chamber of Commerce Announces 2024 Employee of the Year Award Recipient The North 65 Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce Debra Torkildson, Executive Assistant at Cambridge Medical Center-Allina Health, as its 2024 Employee of the Year Award recipient. The award recognizes Debra's remarkable contributions, dedication, and exemplary performance throughout her years of service. An excerpt from Debra’s nomination includes, “Cambridge Medical
Get Up To Speed! A Refresher and Update on Wage and Hour Laws
The North 65 Chamber's October Luncheon was held October 16th at New Hope Community Church in Cambridge. Speakers Josiah Moore of the MN Department of Labor and Industry and Corey Walton of the US Department of Labor - Wage & Hour Division reviewed some of the problem areas in wage and hour compliance in the workplace and shared news about recent and upcoming changes to state and federal wage and hour laws. After the program, attendees had a chance to sit down with the presenters to have their individual
North 65 Chamber of Commerce Hosts Candidate Forums Ahead of 2024 Election Day
The North 65 Chamber of Commerce hosted two nights of Candidate Forums aimed at fostering civic engagement and providing a platform for local candidates to share their vision with the community.The Candidate Forums were viewable in person or via livestream.Recordings of both nights are available on the North 65 Chamber of Commerce YouTube page and links to these recordings are posted at North65Chamber.com.These sessions provided opportunities for residents to meet and hear from the candidates running for
Senior Fair & Health Screening
North 65 Chamber Announces Spring 2022 Senior Fair & Health Screenings March 22, 2022 – (rev. 4/19/22) The Chamber is pleased to announce the launch of their annual Senior Fair & Health Screenings to take place on Thursday, April 28 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, at the City Center Mall, in Cambridge, Minnesota. The Chamber has organized this free event every year since 2015. There is no pre-registration required. There are approximately 200 seniors and senior caregivers that attend. Despite Covid, last
East Central MN Named Smart21 Community of the Year
March 2, 2022—The East Central region of Minnesota has been named one of the Smart21 Communities of 2022 by the Intelligent Community Forum (ICF), a global movement that seeks to build prosperous and inclusive futures for communities. This prestigious honor recognizes the advances made by the region in recent years. “We are thrilled to be recognized as a Smart21 Community,” said GPS President Sandy Voigt. “This honor shows the importance of collaborative efforts across the region and would not have been
