Introducing LocalTies Newest Contributing Writer – Karri Theis
Karri Theis, LocalTies' most recent addition to our editorial team, is an award-winning freelance writer and children's book author. In addition to writing, Karri...
Meet the People Behind the Scenes of the GRADUATION Feature
Each year LocalTies receives assistance collecting and compiling the information from students for an annual GRAD feature. From Wayzata High School, members of the...
Positivity from Ali’s Students
Although 2020 was a tough year, these amazingly resilient kids inspire hope and positivity. Fourth and fifth grade Minnetonka Writing Club students wrote the...
Grateful for Colleen Regnier English Teacher at Wayzata High School
I reached out to Mrs. Regnier as during the distance learning period she was easy to communicate with and very open to helping her...
A Call for Change
When you hear the word school, what thoughts and feelings do you have? What memories and associations does your mind conjure up? If you...
My Fulbright Abroad Experience
In May of 2019 I attended the Fulbright Scholar Awards and Honors Ceremony at the University of Minnesota-Morris. As I walked across the stage...
A Child from Gaza
I open my eyes to have my ears popHearing the sounds of deafening shrieks and screamsI close my eyesPraying it goes away but it...
The Big Sexys
Football is an undying staple of American culture. It is enjoyed by many at all levels including youth, high school, college and the NFL....
The Minnesota Esports Club
The New Era of Online Video Games
A common current video game stereotype likely conjures images of adolescent boys hunkering down with friends in...
Providence Academy Exceeds Expectations
Providing award-winning private education for Pre-K through 12 students
As we close the doors to 2019 and shepherd in the new year, life at Providence...