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University of Minnesota Extension’s Neil Linscheid is digging deep into finding out how communities can create environments that help entrepreneurs flourish.
How can rural and urban communities work together? Learn about their similarities and building networks across boundaries.
The interdependence of five counties and three tribal communities, with Bemidji as an economic hub, got the gears turning for Rani Bhattacharyya.
What does it mean to be an ally? Learn how you can support marginalized communities.
New Tourism Center Director Xinyi Qian shares thoughts on challenges and opportunities.
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