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Community fundraises to cover wages at Minneapolis pizza restaurant damaged by fire

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Jakeeno's Pizza, a sisters-owned restaurant in South Minneapolis, caught fire on July 11, 2026, causing roof damage. The community launched a fundraiser to cover staff wages while the restaurant awaits its insurance claim and rebuilds.

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The business was insured; the fundraiser supplements lost income during the claims process.

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