I graduated from college the spring after the World Trade Towers collapsed and went to work at a daily newspaper in central Minnesota. In my first...
August 2023
Level Up On Flavor with Torani Syrups
It doesn’t have to take much effort to transform a basic drink into something special. A little muddled fruit, a citrus garnish and a few pumps of...
GovDocs Inc. Redesigns Workplace Culture
A new office in Eagan builds camaraderie among co-workers after working remotely. When GovDocs Inc. moved from St. Paul to Eagan last year, it...
Treasure Hunt
Local mother captures her three children looking for agates at Murphy-Hanrehan Park Reserve. Laura Miller spends time in nature, observing flowers,...
Lunds & Byerlys Is Coming to Apple Valley
Whether you’re in need of a quick dinner, a beer on a rooftop patio or a week’s worth of groceries, the new Lunds & Byerlys in Apple Valley aims...
Shining a Light on Local Seniors
The class of 2024 is already making a positive impact on our community. This class was just finishing middle school when COVID-19 seemed to stop...
Fall into Art
Meet local artists, buy original artwork or make your own masterpiece at these art events in September: Eagan Art Block The fifth annual Eagan Art...
(Hot) Dog Days of Summer
Hot dogs might not require much in the way of my culinary expertise, but they’re fun. Still, I have high taste expectations. In my estimation, the...
Our Village School Brings Kids to Nature
Maria Stalsberg created an outdoor school to reimagine education during the pandemic. Maria Stalsberg wasn’t planning on homeschooling her four...
All Seasons Preschool Is All About Connections
Eagan preschool connects generations. When avid birdwatchers Marie and Jerry Soczynski, two residents of Lexington Pointe Senior Living, decided to...
Soak up Lake Vibes Year-Round at Charlie’s on Prior
This lakeside dining spot offers waterfront views, delicious dishes and more. There are just two seasons at Charlie’s on Prior: ice in or ice out....
Chalk Fest Takes Over Downtown Prior Lake
Watch temporary masterpieces made with chalk come to life in Prior Lake. Make your own mark or admire the work of professional chalk artists along...
