New Employees at Hawkins Ash CPAs
Jackie Anderson and David Fochs, Jr., CPA, recently joined the staff of Hawkins Ash CPAs in the firm’s Rochester, MN, office. Anderson is an associate and works in accounting services to assist with payroll tax returns and processing, bookkeeping, and 1040 prep. “I enjoy what I do; it’s like working on a puzzle every day!” she said. Anderson received a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in accounting and business economics and a Master of Science (MSA) in accounting from Grand Valley
Custom Alarm Named Best Place to Work for Fourth Straight Year
Rochester, MN- Custom Alarm was recently recognized by Workforce Development Inc. with the title of “Best Places to Work in Southeast MN”, for the fourth straight year. The purpose of the program is to recognize some of the best employers in our local area and provide vital information to companies about the practices they use to attract and retain employees. Each company participating was required to complete a 40-question survey that allowed their employment practices to be analyzed by the consulting
Nicole Williamson Joins Merchants Bank as Mortgage Lender
Rochester, Minn. – Nicole Williamson has joined Merchants Bank as a Mortgage Lender, according to Dave Engstler, Branch Manager for Merchants’ Rochester-Green Meadows location. “Nicole brings valuable experience to our team that will be a benefit to families and individuals across the Rochester area looking for their first or next home,” said Engstler. “With mortgage and refinance rates incredibly low, now is a great time to give Nicole a call.” Williamson has been in banking for more than 10 years in
RCTC Receives $2.25 Million TRO Grant
(Rochester, MN) Rochester Community and Technical College is proud to announce that its TRIO Student Support Services program has been awarded a $2.25 million grant to fund an additional five years of service to students. TRIO is a federal outreach and student retention program funded through a grant competition and is committed to helping students develop the skills to earn a college education. RCTC’s TRIO program has served students for more than 35 years—each year assisting 250 students who are
News Release: 9/3/2020
Think Bank is pleased to announce that Cory Behnken has accepted the position of Mortgage Relationship Manager. Behnken will continue to work in the bank’s Downtown Rochester location. Cory was appointed for his extensive knowledge of mortgage lending, commitment to helping customers improve their financial well-being, and passion for providing exceptional care tailored to each customer’s unique needs. In his new role, Cory will work with customers to determine the best mortgage products and services for
National Eagle Center Open on Labor Day
Wabasha, MN – For those looking to take an end of the summer day trip, the National Eagle Center will be open to visitors on Labor Day, Monday, September 7.Labor Day marks the unofficial end to the summer tourist season in Minnesota.“We’ve been hosting visitors four days a week, Thursday through Sunday, since late June,” said Ed Hahn, Marketing Manager at the Center. “Knowing that Labor Day weekend is a time that many individuals and families around the state get those last summer trips in, we wanted to
Workforce Development Pipeline Program Earns SSC $40,000 Grant Award
Rochester, MN – The Otto Bremer Trust has recently awarded the Southeast Service Cooperative (SSC) a $40,000 grant award to support FutureFowardTM a pipeline and pathways program for youth and young adults. FutureFowardTM connects employers, educators, and students in experiential and work based learning opportunities that connect classrooms to careers and life to learning. These funds will help support portal customizations and a Career Navigator position. SSC Executive Director Steve Sallee shared, “We
Bluegrass music Hootenanny at the History Center to Benefit the Historic George Stoppel Farmstead
3 Bluegrass Bands Playing Outdoors Under the Eaves of the Historic George Stoppel Barn. To bring awareness to the historic significance and preservation of the 1860s George Stoppel Farmstead, and to usher in autumn, the History Center of Olmsted County is putting on Bluegrass and Bites: Hootenanny at the History Center. Enjoy a crisp fall afternoon listening to blazing banjos, fiery fiddles, and melodic mandolins play old-timey country tunes while grazing on bites from Taco Jed and Foragers. The bands will
