The River Heights Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Annual Business Awards!

This is your opportunity to recognize outstanding businesses and individuals who make a difference in our community.

We are seeking nominations in the following categories:

• Small Business of the Year
• Business of the Year
• Forrest Glewwe Visions of Excellence
• Rising Star

Do you know a business or individual who exemplifies excellence, innovation, and community impact? We encourage you to submit a nomination and help us celebrate their achievements.

👉 View award descriptions and past winners here

📅 Nomination deadline: July 14

📩 Contact Lilly Miller to submit nominations or ask questions

Let’s come together to honor the businesses and leaders who help our community thrive!

The River Heights Chamber is heading to Vikings Training Camp — and you’re invited!

Join us for a VIP Experience at the Minnesota Vikings Training Camp. Enjoy premium access, networking, and behind-the-scenes fun with other area Chamber members and business leaders.

When: Monday, August 17 - 12:00 to 5:00 PM

Where: TCO Performance Center, Eagan MN

Tickets: $85 for RHC members / $95 for non-members

🎟 Space is limited — register today!

Sponsorship Opportunities Available:

⭐ $500 and $1000 levels

Promote your business while supporting this exclusive event.

📞 For sponsorship details, contact Bob Ruhland

Let’s SKOL together for a day of football, fun, and business connections!

Join the Eagan Kick Start Rotary Club and the River Heights Chamber of Commerce for an evening of clay shooting, camaraderie, and community impact.

Whether you're an experienced shooter or new to the sport, this event offers a fun and memorable experience for individuals, teams, businesses, and community supporters. Proceeds from this event will help support community programs, leadership initiatives, youth development, local service projects, and economic growth efforts throughout the Eagan and River Heights communities.

Sponsorship Opportunities Available from $2000 to $250. Showcase your business while supporting meaningful community initiatives. To secure your sponsorship contact Bob Ruhland at bob@riverheights.com OR Andrew Hoffman at andrew@neighborsmn.org.

Registration details coming soon!

Business After Hours & Ice Cream Social 🍦

Join the River Heights Chamber for a fun and refreshing Business After Hours & Ice Cream Social on Tuesday, June 30 from 4:30–6:00 PM at Hometown Sweets in Inver Grove Heights. Connect with fellow members, enjoy great conversation, and treat yourself to something sweet in a relaxed, summer‑friendly setting.

✅ RSVP required

✅ Guests welcome

The Chamber wishes all of our members, businesses, and community partners a happy, safe, and enjoyable Fourth of July. We hope you have a wonderful holiday celebrating with family and friends. Thank you for all you do to make our community strong and vibrant. Have a fun and safe Independence Day! 

Kaposia Days Business Expo

We had a great time at the Kaposia Days Business Expo on Saturday, June 27, connecting with so many of our chamber members and community partners. It was a fun day catching up with businesses showcasing their products and services and celebrating the vibrant local business community. Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth to say hello—we appreciate your support and enjoyed visiting with you!

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the KinderCare Open House and Ribbon Cutting in Inver Grove Heights on Sunday, June 28. We were excited to celebrate one of our newest Chamber members and welcome them to the community. We appreciate all who attended and helped make this special event a success. Please join us in wishing the KinderCare team continued success as they serve local families and children!

Community Blood Drive Hosted by Waterous

Waterous will be hosting a community blood drive on Wednesday, July 29, from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Chamber members are invited to participate and help make a difference through this lifesaving donation opportunity.

Location:

Waterous – North Entrance, Training Room A

125 Hardman Ave. S.

South St. Paul, MN

To register, scan the QR code or sign up online here.



Thank you for supporting this important community initiative!

Royal Credit Union Recognized Among Minnesota’s Best in Multiple Categories

Royal Credit Union (Royal) was recognized in multiple categories in the Star Tribune’s Minnesota’s Best readers' choice poll. Royal received Gold in the Financial Institution – Central Minnesota category, Silver in the Wealth Management category, Bronze in the Credit Union category, and Bronze in the Financial Services Customer Service category. 

Read full press release here.

City Council Meetings

Monday, July 13, 2026 at 6 pm

Monday, July 27, 2026 at 6 pm

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City Council Meetings

Monday, July 6, 2026 at 7 pm

Monday, July 20, 2026 at 7 pm



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