Explore the winning photos from our Focus on Cities South photo contest. This summer, we asked local residents to scroll down their digital files or...
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Meeting of the Seasons
An image of fog captured in a moment of clarity. Kirsten Otting, a hobby photographer in Lakeville, was on her way to a nearby park in October 2022...
Eagan Community Foundation Hosts International Evening
The Eagan Community Foundation creates an inclusive international food-tasting fundraiser. World flavors that highlight local culture are on the...
Smooth Skating at Two New Refrigerated Rinks
Last year’s warm winter shortened the out-door ice skating season, but two refrigerated rinks in Lakeville and Eagan, set to open in November, will...
Community Halloween Party Hosts Spirited Fun
An annual Halloween party brings the whole community together. Set the scene for Halloween with the Community Halloween Party in Prior Lake. The...
Readers’ Choice Voting for Focus on Cities South 2024
In July and August, we invited you to submit photos of your Apple Valley, Eagan, Lakeville and Prior Lake in our annual Focus on Cities South photo...
Backstage at Children’s Theatre Company With Kyia Britts
Kyia Britts was always a “sports kid” growing up, but when her brother auditioned for a play at their church, Britts followed suit. Then as a fifth...
Raise a Glass at Hops for Hope 2024
Raise your glass in hopes of a brighter future for people living with ALS (also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease) and FTD (frontotemporal dementia) at...
Explore Local Trails at the Tour of Lakeville Bike Ride
Tour the town with Lakeville Friends of the Environment. Explore Lakeville’s expanding trail system and bike lanes with the Lakeville Friends of the...
DARTS Helps Older Adults in Dakota County
DARTS celebrates 50 years improving the lives of older adults in Dakota County. At 83, Bob DeNardo is a retired social worker with a mission: to get...
Streamline the School Routine
As we head back to school, here are three tips to support your scholars and control clutter: Designate Individual Spaces: Assign specific spaces or...
Reaching Our Community’s Kids Celebrates 10 Years
A Prior Lake nonprofit provides weekend meals for kids and families facing hunger at home. When Prior Lake mom Keri Thayer recognized a need at her...
Our Guide for Hosting the Ultimate Grad Party
All that pomp and circumstance doesn’t happen by itself. Let’s be honest. Graduation parties have—evolved. For the most part, the celebrations have...
Ripples at Sunset
Mark Dobbelmann captures the rippled reflection of a sunset during an evening bike ride. Mark Dobbelmann is a longtime photographer who seeks to...
Senior Spotlight: Big Hearts, Bright Futures
Meet seven local high school seniors who have found inspiring ways to contribute to the community. We asked administrators from local high schools...
Participate in Our 2024 Focus on Cities South Photo Contest
How do you (and your camera) view local life? Each July and August, Cities South Magazine invites readers to submit their favorite photos to our...
Best of Cities South 2024
Readers voted for their favorite people, places and services in the area. We’re celebrating the best that the south metro has to offer with our...
Mama Needs a Minute …
Our editor shares her favorite places to unwind and recharge. When I’ve hit my breaking point as a caregiver, this is where you’ll find me. Whether...
Pan-O-Prog Cricket Tournament Set for July 6
There’s growing interest in Lakeville for India’s most popular sport. It’s the second most popular spectator sport in the world (behind soccer)—and...
Eagan Art House Breaks New Ground
Enjoy the same great arts programming in a larger, more accessible space. Since opening its doors in 1997, the Eagan Art House has served as a...
