TRC and Arrowhead Transit: 100+ vehicle deployment serving 10 counties in Northeast Minnesota
TRC and Arrowhead Transit: 100+ vehicle deployment serving 10 counties in Northeast Minnesota Announcement officially signifies a partnership with Minnesota’s largest rural public transportation system October 16, 2025 – New York, NY and GILBERT, MN, USA: The Routing Company (“TRC”), a global on-demand vehicle routing and management platform, announces its transformative transit service in partnership with Arrowhead Transit, the primary transportation system in the Arrowhead Region of Minnesota
Arrowhead Transit Named Minnesota Transit System of the Year; Colette Hanson Honored as Transit Professional of the Year
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 6, 2025Arrowhead Transit Named Minnesota Transit System of the Year; Colette Hanson Honored as Transit Professional of the YearRochester, MN — Tonight at the Minnesota Public Transit Association (MPTA) Annual Conference, Arrowhead Transit was named 2025 Transit System of the Year. At the same ceremony, Colette Hanson, Assistant Director of Administration, received the 2025 Transit Professional of the Year Award. “This recognition is about more than buses and routes — it’s
Chamber Luncheon: Your Guide to the New Paid Family and Medical Leave Program
Kassandra Points, CEO & Founder of Precision Points, spoke at the North 65 Chamber Luncheon on September 17, 2025. She provided the following resources for our members: Presentation slide deck (PDF)Online resource for most up-to-date information on the program: https://mn.gov/deed/paidleave/Free printable poster for employers to post - DOWNLOADAdditional online resources from the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce, including a Payroll Tax Calculator, CLICK HERE. You can find contact information for Precision
Here Are the Tools That Are Transforming Small Business Operations Today
You’ve just hired your first full-time employee. Or maybe you’re prepping for a multi-location expansion. Either way, the modern small business isn’t operating with just grit and hustle anymore — it’s powered by precision tools that save time, reduce friction, and keep teams focused. This article breaks down the most impactful operational tools available today, including use cases, tool comparisons, and expert tips to support transitional moments in your business. ?? Workflow Tools That Help Run
Cambridge-Isanti Schools Update to the North 65 Chamber
At this month’s North 65 Chamber Luncheon, members learned about the upcoming Cambridge-Isanti Schools referendum, and were able to ask our speaker, Finance Director Chris Kampa, their questions. We enjoyed a great meal by The Levande by Vivie. We topped off the event by meeting several of our new member businesses and hearing announcements from over a dozen member businesses. Click Here to view the presentation.Click Here to view the one-page info sheet
2025 Isanti Rodeo Jubilee Days Parade Entry Award Winners Announced
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEIsanti Rodeo Jubilee Days ParadeEntry Winners Announced The spirit of summer came alive in Isanti, MN on Thursday, July 10 as the North 65 Chamber of Commerce hosted the annual Isanti Rodeo Jubilee Days Parade. With sunny skies and smiling faces lining the route, thousands of residents and visitors gathered to celebrate the start of rodeo weekend. The parade stepped off at 6:30pm with the beloved T-6 Thunder flyover, sponsored by Strike Life Tributes Funeral and Cremation
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
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.
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.
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
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
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
