LAKE NORDEN, SD-The addition of a mozzarella cheese plant is one of the largest Midwest dairy production expansions in decades. Completion of the expansion of the 18-year-old plant is expected some time in 2003.

CHICAGO-A Julien J. Studley team advises the 400,000-member lawyers' group on a 15-year deal for space at Hines Interests LP's 2001 River North acquisition that could be worth as much as $81 million.

NORTHBROOK, IL-Grubb & Ellis regional managing directors will be in charge of all business in their territory as of Jan. 1, rather than focusing on one aspect, such as transaction services, consulting and property management.

PORTLAND-With housing starts down 24% in the month of September, more than twice the national average, Central Bethany Development is continuing to expand the Bethany Village and has begun construction on the second phase of the Promenade condominiums.