As a lifelong Minnesotan, I grew up around water. I spent my summers sailboating around the Apostle Islands in Lake Superior, lounging at the...
April 2026
Transitional Farmhouse Home Offers Flexibility and Flow
A family of five moving into The Ranch of Credit River was looking for their home to offer convenient day-to-day living while also serving as a...
Spring Lake Farm Invites Diners To Savor the Best of the Season
Farm-to-table dinners encourage diners to taste the difference. If you’ve ever wanted to sip spoonfuls of chilled cucumber soup alongside nibbles of...
Friends in High Places
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...
“Buffalo Fluffalo”
If you’re looking for picture books to fill an Easter basket this year, my top pick is You’re in Good Paws by Maureen Fergus and illustrated by...
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...
Grand Prairie Park Opening
Lakeville’s much-anticipated first splashpad will open on Memorial Day weekend as a part of the new Grand Prairie Park (7700 185th St. W.), which is...
Prior Lake’s Chula’s Aims To Bring People Together
A new Prior Lake restaurant seeks to be a community gathering space. Longtime Prior Lake residents are bringing a new dining experience to downtown...
Try a New Leaf
Known for vibrant swirls of color, dramatic textures and beautiful leaves, few plants offer foliage as visually stunning as Rex begonias. Their...
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...
