The Packer: J&J Distributing recognized for conservation efforts

Minnesota Sens. Al Franken and Amy Klobuchar recently paid a visit to J&J Distributing, St. Paul, Minn., to recognize the company's efforts to conserve energy and create jobs.

St. Paul Mayor Chris Coleman and Rep. Betty McCollum, D.-Minn., joined the senators to see how the company is using $3.3 million in federal stimulus and state and local funds, according to a news release.

Phase one of the three-phase, $8.5 million project includes installation of energy-efficient lighting and three...