Minnesota Chamber of Commerce: 2025 Legislative Session Highlights for Businesses
Minnesota Chamber Summarizes Legislative Session for Austin Businesses The Minnesota Chamber of Commerce recently presented key legislative updates from the 2025 session at an event hosted by First Farmers & Merchants Bank at Austin Utilities. The session, marked by a historic tie in the Minnesota House, forced compromise and resulted in a more restrained approach…
Bring QDOBA to the Party – Catering Options for Every Occasion
Bring QDOBA to the Party – Catering Options for Every Occasion When it comes to catering, you want something delicious, dependable, and crowd-pleasing. That’s exactly what QDOBA delivers. Whether you’re hosting a business meeting, graduation party, family reunion, or office lunch, QDOBA’s catering brings the bold flavors of their full menu right to you-no cooking,…
Is Sweet Reads the Best Independent Bookstore in Minnesota? Let’s Find Out.
Is Sweet Reads the Best Independent Bookstore in Minnesota? As both the Director of Marketing for the Austin Area Chamber of Commerce and a local author, I get asked a lot about hidden gems in Austin, Minnesota. One of my all-time favorites? Sweet Reads Books. Tucked just across the street from the world-famous SPAM® Museum,…
Why Growing Minnesota Small Businesses Matters More Than Ever – Especially in Austin
Why Growing Small Businesses in Minnesota Matters More Than Ever – Especially in Austin At the Austin Area Chamber of Commerce, we often say that small businesses are the backbone of our local economy-and the data from the 2025 State of Business Retention and Expansion report backs that up in a big way. [READ REPORT]…
How AI is Radically Changing Search — and What Your Business Should (and Shouldn’t) Do About It
AI is transforming how people search online. Learn what local businesses should focus on now—and what outdated SEO tactics to leave behind—to stay visible and competitive.
Understanding Supervised Visitation
Discover how the Seibel Center in Austin, MN supports families through safe, supervised visitation during Supervised Visitation Awareness Month.
Is Your Price Right?
Wondering if your prices are right? Learn how to calculate your average cost, why it matters, and how to benchmark your pricing strategy with real-world data. A must-read for small business owners in Austin, Minnesota.
Are On-Demand Water Heaters Worth It?
Thinking about switching to an on-demand water heater? Learn the pros and cons of tankless systems and why they work better in new construction vs. retrofits. Local expert Matt Laack of Pro Plumbing and Heating shares key insights!
Should You Buy a Property “As-Is”? Insights from the Chamber & Tom Mork of Edina Realty
Thinking about buying a home ‘as-is’? Learn what it really means, potential risks, and expert insights from Tom Mork of Edina Realty. Know when it makes sense and how to protect yourself in the process. Read now!
Twinsies? Which City is Most Like Austin, MN?
Discover which Midwestern cities are most like Austin, Minnesota! Explore economic drivers, local businesses, tourism attractions, and housing markets to see how Austin compares to cities like Stevens Point, Brookings, and Watertown.
