Business

Financial resolutions you can live with

Wednesday, 09 December 2009 16:09 Jason Alderman

At this time of year, many people pause to reflect on what they’d like to change about their lives going forward – lose a few pounds, take a class, spend more time with the kids. Often, these goals revolve around personal finances.

Choosing the right Medicare drug plan

Wednesday, 02 December 2009 17:04 Jason Alderman

Prescription drug costs can take a double toll on retirees, who often live on fixed incomes and are also likely to need more – and more costly – medications as they get older. That's why the government created Medicare Part D, a voluntary program that subsidizes prescription drugs for Medicare recipients.

Mortenson honors firms for workforce diversity

Thursday, 19 November 2009 16:17

Mortenson Construction recognized 24 subcontractors, who exceeded their workforce diversity goals by hiring minorities and women to build the TCF Bank Stadium and Target Field. A recognition ceremony was held Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at Mortenson Construction’s headquarters in Minneapolis.

Choosing the right Medicare drug plan

Thursday, 19 November 2009 15:42 Jason Alderman

IRS seeks to return $1.3 million in refunds to Minnesotans

Friday, 13 November 2009 16:39

The Internal Revenue Service is looking for Minnesota taxpayers who are due to receive a combined $1.3 million in the form of 1,290 federal refund checks that were returned to the IRS by the U.S. Postal Service with mailing address errors.

Tax Credits help homeowners winterize their homes

Friday, 13 November 2009 16:04

WASHINGTON — People can now weatherize their homes and be rewarded for their efforts. According to the Internal Revenue Service, homeowners making energy-saving improvements this fall can cut their winter heating bills and lower their 2009 tax bill as well.

Minnesota Black Chamber of Commerce recognized five businesses at 3rd Annual Awards Ceremony

Thursday, 05 November 2009 16:08

Five Twin Cities businesses received distinguished awards from the Minnesota Black Chamber of Commerce (MBCC) at its 3rd annual Umoja Awards Ceremony Friday, November 6. The ceremony was held at the Radisson Hotel in downtown Minneapolis. Each year, the awards ceremony and dinner recognize outstanding business achievements of the African American community and those working as advocates of the business community.