In Brief - Feb 2026

ALL-WOMEN BREWING COLLAB
Team Nevertheless, a Minnesota-based, all-women brewing collective dedicated to elevating female voices in the beer industry, is crafting a limited-edition beer in celebration of International Women’s Day. In keeping with Team Nevertheless’ commitment to uplifting women beyond the brewhouse, the project also partners with Our Justice, a Twin Cities based nonprofit dedicated to supporting survivors of sexual and domestic violence. Throughout the month of March, Our Justice will help support this release through community engagement and awareness efforts, reinforcing the shared belief that empowerment, advocacy, and collective action is essential to creating lasting change for women everywhere.

ST. PAUL BUSINESS AWARD WINNERS
The following are the winners of this year’s Saint Paul Business Awards:
• Italian Pie Shoppe, 1670 Grand Avenue (Ward 3) - Traditions Award (Runner-up: 620 Club)
• Life Juices, 450 Lexington Parkway N (Ward 1) - People’s Choice Award (Runner-up: Tease Salon)
• Lost Fox, 213 E 4th Street, Suite 100 (Ward 2) - New Kid on the Block Award - (Runner-up: Cancun Mexican Grill & Cantina)
• Minnesota CarePartner, d/b/a Roots Wellness Center, 1916 University Avenue W (Ward 4) - Good Neighbor Award(Runner-up: 106 Group)
• Vikings and Goddess Pie, 2036 Marshall Avenue (Ward 4) - Alice O’Brien Award (Runner-up: Phe Coffee)