Much has changed in the last 10 years, especially when it comes to retail. We all know Amazon is greatly shaping the scope of commerce. What we may not be as aware of is how our buying decisions may...
The best dentistry in Minnesota Lakeside Family Dentistry - you can tell from the name that it is a dental office, but what’s so great about it? Why is there an article about it? If you have questions, I hope...

Vann

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Vann is Norwegian for “water” (pronounced “von”). When you walk into Vann, the new chef-driven restaurant in Spring Park, it will be hard to miss the connections to Nordic style and simplicity, and your own connection to water...

The Scharf Family

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As McKenzie, Andrew and their daughter Stella settle in the LocalTies office on Hamel Road, their youthful optimism fills the room. Having just celebrated her first year in business, I asked McKenzie how she got her start. “I’ve always...
If you have never driven west on Evergreen Road just off 101 North and Highway 55 in Medina, you should do so this weekend. It leads to Medina Golf & Country Club, one of the most beautiful venues, championship...
A common thread in Medina is how multiple generations run many of the family-owned businesses around town. When getting to know the area’s commerce, one can’t help but notice how the Dorweilers, Fortins, Schmidts, Pedersons, Raskobs and Leuers are...

Support Local

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Since June of 1991, family owned Gear West has stood tall as a bastion of local business principles; focusing on service, customer relationships and maintaining an experienced staff. Over 28 years as a specialty sports retail business, their steadfast...
The days of generational family-owned businesses is waning in many parts of the state, but Hamel is hanging on to that small town atmosphere. Farmers State Bank of Hamel just celebrated its 100th year in business last month with...
In Medina, the shopping circuit mainly consists of small boutiques and family-owned businesses. As a college student studying fashion, I am always on the lookout for new, trendy pieces. This past summer I had the opportunity to browse around...
“What does acupuncture do?” “How does it work?” Patients ask this question every day. Acupuncture harnesses the body’s internal resources to promote balance and healing. Our patients often note that several symptoms improve simultaneously! Treating acute and chronic pain, like...