Published: Apr. 16, 2025 at 5:39 PM CDT| Updated: 16 hours ago
DULUTH, Minn. (Northern News Now) – With construction starting on the new Blatnik Bridge as early as next year, there has been talk about how local businesses will be affected. Now, there’s one organization that aims to help.
It’s the Twin Ports Business Alliance.
The group connects business leaders to collaborate, support and promote businesses in the commercial districts near the Blatnik Bridge.
On Wednesday morning, they met at Hoops Brewing to talk about their mission.
A co-founder and president of the organization, Kelly Peterson, said she understands the construction will bring some change for businesses. Still, she hopes to help them during the project.
“We really want to have a positive spin on what we can do to make sure that they survive the bridge, but make sure they thrive,” Peterson said.
They want to connect businesses in the Twin Ports area to resources and marketing opportunities, as well as have regular meetings to discuss project updates.
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