From All Solutions Known Wins and Recognitions, this latest roundup highlights fresh, positive business news relevant to Twin Ports readers on April 23, 2026. Featuring stories from Duluth and Superior first, and then expanding into Minnesota and Wisconsin, this collection shines a light on business growth, leadership updates, entrepreneurial momentum, community support, workforce development, business recognitions, and milestone achievements. These are the kinds of encouraging stories that remind us that good things are still happening across our region and that strong businesses, strong leadership, and strong communities are closely connected. Visit AllSolutionsKnown.com frequently for more positive business news, local wins, and timely recognitions worth sharing.
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Credit goes to North Shore Bank’s Investments and Trust Division for surpassing $1 billion in assets under management and administration. That is a major milestone for a community bank, and it says a great deal about trust, consistency, and long term service to individuals, families, and businesses across northeastern Minnesota. Photo/source: https://duluthian.com/success-worth-sharing-thanks-to-you/
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A special word of recognition to Pete Popoe and the Auto Ace team on a strong ownership and growth story in the Twin Ports. After buying the company on January 1, Popoe is now leading both the longtime Duluth operation and the Superior location, with 24 employees across the two shops. That kind of steady leadership and expansion is worth noticing.
Photo/source: https://positivelysuperior.com/honesty-is-the-best-policy/
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Glad to highlight the Development Association in Superior for continuing to advocate for local businesses ahead of the Blatnik Bridge closure. Their new Bridge to Progress work is aimed at helping businesses preserve stability, prepare well, and stay resilient through a major regional transition. That kind of forward looking support matters.
Photo/source: https://positivelysuperior.com/bridging-the-gap-for-local-businesses/
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Appreciation goes to Pizza Lucé Duluth for pairing business activity with community support through its April fundraiser for PAVSA. The restaurant is collecting donations on dine in, delivery, and carry out orders through April 30, and Pizza Lucé is matching donations up to $1,500. It is always good to see a business use its reach for the good of the community.
Photo/source: https://duluthian.com/share-the-love-with-pavsa-at-pizza-luce-duluth/
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Worth celebrating is UW Superior’s decision to make its business administration finance degree available online beginning in fall 2026. Expanding access for working professionals and place bound learners is a practical win for workforce development and for the future business talent pipeline in our region.
Photo/source: https://uwsuper.edu/about/news/uw-superior-business-administration-finance-program-available-online-for-fall-2026/
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A meaningful nod goes to Northspan and its DAWN initiative for helping early stage entrepreneurs across Northeast Minnesota secure more than $6 million in capital over a three year period. Supporting 418 entrepreneurs and helping with new business formations and expansions is the kind of behind the scenes economic development that deserves recognition.
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Recognition goes to WEDC and the local organizations receiving support through $1.5 million in Wisconsin small business development grants. The funding is set to help with building improvements, equipment, signage, working capital, and technical assistance, with several programs focused on rural western Wisconsin and other smaller communities. That is the kind of news Twin Ports readers can appreciate.
Photo/source: https://www.wisbusiness.com/2026/wedc-announces-1-5-million-in-grants-to-support-small-businesses-across-wisconsin/
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Hats off to the businesses recognized by the Wisconsin Safety Council through its annual Workplace Safety Awards. Nine companies were honored for outstanding achievement in safety, training, and leadership. Business success is not only about growth. It is also about building workplaces where people can do their jobs well and safely.
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Pleased to recognize Festival Foods for a significant leadership transition as Randy Munns retires after a 40 year grocery career and Adam Whitney steps into the Chief Merchant role. Leadership continuity, internal promotion, and continued growth are all part of what makes a business story worth following.
Photo/source: https://www.wisbusiness.com/2026/festival-foods-randy-munns-retiring-adam-whitney-promoted-to-chief-merchant/
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Applause for Minnesota’s Pathways to Prosperity grants, which are sending $17.3 million to 59 organizations to expand workforce development and connect Minnesotans with good jobs. That is not a single company headline, but it is a strong statewide business and talent development story with real relevance for communities and employers across the region.
Photo/source: https://mn.gov/deed/newscenter/press-releases/index.jsp?id=1045-719414
