Child Care, Brewing, and the 2026 Economy | In Business

Описание: In this special retrospective episode of In Business revisits the critical issues shaping the economy of Duluth and the Iron Range. As viewership grows, we dive back into the topics that impact employers and employees alike.

Featured in this episode:

The Child Care Crisis: Why access and affordability are the biggest hurdles for the modern workforce. Featuring experts from the Northland Foundation, the 1200 Fund, and Minnie’s Childcare.

The THC Industry Under Threat: We visit Bent Paddle Brewing to see how THC-infused beverages are made and discuss how a potential federal ban could impact 40% of their revenue.

Economic Outlook 2026: Duluth Mayor Roger Reinard and leaders from the Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation (IRRR) discuss housing shortages, mining fluctuations, and the "Orange Cone" construction zones revitalizing our downtowns.

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0:00 – Welcome to In Business
0:45 – The Child Care Crisis: Discussion with Zayn Bale (Northland Foundation), Laura Mullen (1200 Fund), and Courtney Grryer (Minnie’s Childcare).
6:12 – The Science of THC Drinks: A tour of Bent Paddle Brewing and the looming threat of federal prohibition.
10:30 – 2026 Economic Outlook: Mayor Roger Reinard and IRRR Commissioner Ida Rukavina on housing and mining.
14:45 – Regional News: Lulu's Pizza closing, Hibbing School Board updates, and the NRRI Mining Proving Ground.
16:20 – Orange Cone Construction Zone: Revitalization projects in Hibbing, Duluth, and Virginia, MN.