Nate Nelson frequents the Crystal Lake Golf Course in Lakeville to enjoy the calm mornings, and one of his favorite things to do is photograph the...
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Miss Minnesota USA is Speaking Up
Megan Rivera found her voice competing in pageants. If there’s one thing reigning Miss Minnesota USA Megan Rivera wants you to know, it’s this: “I...
Join Lakeville’s Community Cleanup
Get inspired for Earth Day at Lakeville’s free celebration. Join the Lakeville community in supporting a city-wide commitment to sustainability and...
Life Lessons at Wise Swim School
Swim programs build confidence and comfort around open water. Sabrina Blommel, 8, is a confident young swimmer. Her mom, Kristina Wolfe, remembers...
Discover Your Best of Cities South 2026 Finalists
Curtains Rise for “Guys and Dolls” at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres
The classic musical marks Tamara Kangas Erickson’s directorial debut, opening February 20. Since becoming the president and the artistic director...
Local Athletes Compete at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games
Meet those from the West Metro who have gold medal dreams. The Opening Ceremony for the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games arrives on February...
Lakeville Area Historical Society Shares a Vintage Wedding
John F. Kehrer and Cecelia Rose Young were married on November 8, 1887, at All Saints Catholic Church in Lakeville. While the trend of wearing a...
Sip & Script Teaches the Art of Writing
Whether it’s on place cards or an invitation, calligraphy provides an extra flourish to make weddings feel extra special. Calligraphy instructor...
Lakeville Students Step Into Their Future
Eighth graders are given the opportunity to explore future careers. On January 14, students from Lakeville’s three public and two private schools...
PawPADs Offers Helping Paws
A Lakeville-based nonprofit raises dogs to help people throughout the community. If you’ve met one of the school resource dogs at Lakeville Area...
Subzero Sundog
“The air was biting, my face and fingers were numb, but the view was too incredible to pass up,” Kelly Mcrozek says of her determination to get...
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...
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...
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...
Cosmic Designs
Eric Holey’s Northern Lights Bowl (July 2020) is a striking 18-inch wide stoneware piece that reflects his dedication to creating large, gracefully...
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...
15.20 Apparel Elevates the School Apparel Game
A sports mom creates unique apparel to support local teams. Ally Kubalak had a problem. As her school-aged sons started getting into sports, the...
Readers’ Choice Voting for Focus on Cities South 2025
From June 1–July 31, we invited you to submit your photos of Apple Valley, Lakeville and Prior Lake. Now, it's time to vote for the Readers' Choice!...
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...
