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When we launched our second annual Snacks for Schools campaign in August 2021, we had no idea how much traction it would get. On top of the extensive generosity of our customers and team members, we received a call from Treehouse Foods asking if we would accept 400+ pounds of snacks! No less than […]
We were so excited and humbled to partner with Wells Fargo Auto for the second year in a row to present a brand new payment-free vehicle to a former US Army Sergeant at the Minnesota State Fair during Military Appreciation Day. Michael Diehn is a purple heart veteran who served 7 years in Iraq […]
You don’t need to be a motor head to enjoy free parking and fair food. We only missed a year, but it feels like it’s been much longer than that. The 48th Auto Show is back for 2021 and we feel confident in telling you to get your hopes up! Come May 15th – […]
Just about a 25-minute drive from bustling Minneapolis lies our beautiful suburb in Dakota County, MN. With a high rate of homeownership among residents, our scenic neighborhoods certainly have a lot to offer to our locals. Whether you have been here with us as long as you can remember, or you just moved to our […]
Whether you live in the Minnesota area or you’re just visiting, the Minnesota Zoo is a place that you need to visit at least once. The zoo has a large selection of animals and exhibits as well as some restaurant options you can enjoy while you’re there. Before you visit this zoo, there are some ways […]
It doesn’t get much better than brunch to-go and a fashion show. It’s August of 2020, which means we are all seasoned vets when it comes to virtual events, and the Runway for Hope was no exception. Our friends over at Hope Chest for Breast Cancer hosted an unforgettable virtual fashion show that we […]
We don’t want to sound cocky, but Star Tribune knows what’s up. Last June, we found out that we were named a Top 150 Work Place of 2020–#28 to be exact. We’re still beaming. The results were based on employee satisfaction surveys, benefits packages, retention rates, and more. Guys, this isn’t a participation award—it’s no […]
We met Cassie Gaustad last fall when she found herself going 15 mph down the highway just 24 hours after purchasing her vehicle from another dealership. Her car was towed to the nearest dealership, which was Apple Ford Shakopee. Our service advisor Shelley met Cassie when she arrived and could tell she was upset. Having […]
A Story Worth Sharing Do you remember the 15th night of November? We know we do! When it comes to difference-makers, the Fire & Ice South of the River Gala leads the pack. This past Friday, we had the opportunity to both attend and support 360 Communities at the annual Fire & Ice Gala […]
6,500 bikes and counting How do you measure a year? In daylights? In sunsets? In midnights? Or restored and refurbished bikes for kids? Yesterday, we had our annual company-wide volunteer day with Free Bikes 4 Kidz. Over 6,500 bikes lined the walls and wrapped around all 4 corners of the building. Every nook and cranny […]