A recent survey conducted by the St. Cloud Area Chamber of Commerce and the Greater St. Cloud Development Corporation looked at the impact a lack of workers is having on local businesses.
Unfilled job openings is the number one issue facing businesses in the St. Cloud area according to St. Cloud Area Chamber of Commerce President Teresa Bohnen.
Earlier this week Minnesota Governor Tim Walz laid out his budget proposal for the next two-year budget cycle, which includes a tax increase for the wealthiest residents and larger corporations.
Democratic Governor Tim Walz and Minnesota House Republicans both unveiled economic relief packages Tuesday aimed at helping businesses impacted by COVID-19 restrictions.