EDEN PRAIRIE, MN-The barbecue chain strikes a deal with Hoosier Ribs to open six franchises in Indiana. It is also expanding in New England.

EDEN PRAIRIE, MN-The barbecue chain strikes a deal with Hoosier Ribs to open six franchises in Indiana. Famous Dave's is also expanding its deal with a New England franchisee.

WATKINS, MN-The company is adding a $2.7-million, 15,000-sf expansion to its manufacturing plant here. International Barrier makes fire-resistant building materials for the residential and commercial markets.

MAPLEWOOD, MN-Due to the school's rapid growth since starting out 23 years ago, Mounds Park Academy is constructing a 246,000-sf addition that will house a new athletic facility and two-story classroom wing.

MINNEAPOLIS–The 17-story, 308,000-sf tower has long been headquarters for TCF Financial, which is still a key tenant. Ryan Cos., which reportedly purchased the building for $30 million, is one of the largest landlords in Downtown with 1.6 million sf of office space.

MINNEAPOLIS–The 17-story, 308,000-sf tower has long been headquarters for TCF Financial, which is still a key tenant. Ryan Cos., which reportedly purchased the building for $30 million, is one of the largest landlords in Downtown with 1.6 million sf of office space.

SHAKOPEE, MN-The home improvement retailer is building a 150,000-sf store that should be open early next year. The mixed-use project covers 250 acres and is one of the largest ever in the southwest Twin Cities suburbs.

SHAKOPEE, MN-The home improvement retailer is building a 150,000-sf store that should be open early next year. The mixed-use project covers 250 acres and is one of the largest ever in the southwest Twin Cities suburbs.