LaunchPad Golf opened its doors this October.

LaunchPad Golf Lands At The Meadows

The golf entertainment venue offers immersive play for guests of all skill levels. Open to the public since October 4, LaunchPad Golf is located...
Cities South Magazines October/November 2025

Welcome to the October/November 2025 Issue

Growing up, my family and I spent hours around my grandparents’ round kitchen table, overlooking Lake Minnetonka. We played endless games of...
Roasted elk tenderloin with rosemary and wild mushroom jus from the Native to Minnesota menu.

Native Harvest Catering Inspires People To Gather

Native Harvest Catering blends traditional foodways with modern dishes for memorable—and delicious—events. A culinary store both modern and ancient...
The main living area in the Johnsons’ home overlooking Prior Lake offers sweeping lake views.

Cirone Design Creates a Staycation Home

A Prior Lake family incorporates the best parts of cabin living into their daily lifestyle. The first time that Amy and Doug Johnson toured their...
Chef Andy Shrader

Wild Dining at Minnesota Horse & Hunt Club

Executive chef Andy Shrader incorporates game meat into lodge dinners at the Minnesota Horse & Hunt Club. The Bacon Wrapped Pheasant and Bison...
Mellow Yello

Focus on Cities South 2025 Winners

Photographers bring our communities into focus. Over the past year, residents have been cataloging local life around Apple Valley, Lakeville and...
Cities South Magazine August/September 2025 Issue

Welcome to the August/September 2025 Issue

“Focus on capabilities instead of limitations.” This sounds like a phrase that could grace a cheesy inspirational poster, but it’s actually a theme...
Sarah Lang teaches children how to make and appreciate new foods by introducing them to ingredients and showing them how to safely use real tools.

Sarah Lang Introduces Families to Global Flavors

Around the world in a few bites. Sarah Lang never planned on becoming a professional chef. The Lakeville resident didn’t attend culinary school, nor...
Royal Palace in Madrid_cropped

Travel Agent Cheryl Leitschuh Offers Well-Aged Adventure

Travel agent Cheryl Leitschuh helps clients plan meaningful, comfortable trips in their 60s, 70s and beyond. “Travel is like a puzzle,” says Cheryl...
Shreya Sekar

Meet Four Local High School Students Who Shine Bright

When we asked local high school administrators to nominate incoming high school seniors who are making a positive impact in their school community,...
LaunchPad Golf opened its doors this October.

LaunchPad Golf Lands At The Meadows

The golf entertainment venue offers immersive play for guests of all skill levels. Open to the public since October 4, LaunchPad Golf is located...
Cities South Magazines October/November 2025

Welcome to the October/November 2025 Issue

Growing up, my family and I spent hours around my grandparents’ round kitchen table, overlooking Lake Minnetonka. We played endless games of...
Roasted elk tenderloin with rosemary and wild mushroom jus from the Native to Minnesota menu.

Native Harvest Catering Inspires People To Gather

Native Harvest Catering blends traditional foodways with modern dishes for memorable—and delicious—events. A culinary store both modern and ancient...
The main living area in the Johnsons’ home overlooking Prior Lake offers sweeping lake views.

Cirone Design Creates a Staycation Home

A Prior Lake family incorporates the best parts of cabin living into their daily lifestyle. The first time that Amy and Doug Johnson toured their...
Chef Andy Shrader

Wild Dining at Minnesota Horse & Hunt Club

Executive chef Andy Shrader incorporates game meat into lodge dinners at the Minnesota Horse & Hunt Club. The Bacon Wrapped Pheasant and Bison...
Mellow Yello

Focus on Cities South 2025 Winners

Photographers bring our communities into focus. Over the past year, residents have been cataloging local life around Apple Valley, Lakeville and...
Cities South Magazine August/September 2025 Issue

Welcome to the August/September 2025 Issue

“Focus on capabilities instead of limitations.” This sounds like a phrase that could grace a cheesy inspirational poster, but it’s actually a theme...
Sarah Lang teaches children how to make and appreciate new foods by introducing them to ingredients and showing them how to safely use real tools.

Sarah Lang Introduces Families to Global Flavors

Around the world in a few bites. Sarah Lang never planned on becoming a professional chef. The Lakeville resident didn’t attend culinary school, nor...
Royal Palace in Madrid_cropped

Travel Agent Cheryl Leitschuh Offers Well-Aged Adventure

Travel agent Cheryl Leitschuh helps clients plan meaningful, comfortable trips in their 60s, 70s and beyond. “Travel is like a puzzle,” says Cheryl...
Shreya Sekar

Meet Four Local High School Students Who Shine Bright

When we asked local high school administrators to nominate incoming high school seniors who are making a positive impact in their school community,...
Maple in the Mist

Maple in the Mist

“Whenever I wake up and see fog outside, I head to a local park to enjoy the unique conditions,” says hobbyist photographer Kirsten Otting. “I love...

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Dakota County Regional Chamber of Commerce

Dakota County Regional Chamber of Commerce

The Dakota County Regional Chamber of Commerce is the influential regional voice that champions promotion and improvement of the business environment, cultivating vibrant regional and local communities. With over 470 members, we are the voice of business, nonprofit and community partners throughout the DCR Chamber region on county and state-wide public policy initiatives. Our work concentrates on workforce, advocacy, community, and connections. We serve as the local Chamber of Commerce for nine cities, including Eagan, Empire, Farmington, Lilydale, Mendota, Mendota Heights, Rosemount,...

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Events

Fall Migration Tour

Jim Nissen, Wildlife Tour Interpreter, will lead our tour. We will view species of waterfowl, raptors and shorebirds moving from their northern...

In This Issue

“Carmina Burana” Debuts This Fall

“Carmina Burana” Debuts This Fall

The Twin Cities Ballet is reviving Loyce Houlton’s iconic choreography. Debuting November 1 and 2, Lakeville’s Twin Cities Ballet (TCB) presents a revival of the show Carmina Burana at St. Paul’s...

LaunchPad Golf Lands At The Meadows

LaunchPad Golf Lands At The Meadows

The golf entertainment venue offers immersive play for guests of all skill levels. Open to the public since October 4, LaunchPad Golf is located right next to Mystic Lake Casino in Prior Lake. The...

Welcome to the October/November 2025 Issue

Welcome to the October/November 2025 Issue

Growing up, my family and I spent hours around my grandparents’ round kitchen table, overlooking Lake Minnetonka. We played endless games of Scrabble and snacked on whatever we could find in my...

Keep Kids Safe Online

Keep Kids Safe Online

Today, most homes have smart TVs, mobile phones, tablets, smart speakers, thermostats, cameras and doorbells. While these tools can help us learn and stay connected, they can also open the door to...

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