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I’m Betsy Stewart, and I specialize in fabricating theatrical masks and props. My work is all about bringing imagination to life on stage, and...

In February 2020 Stephanie Feller shared her story about her diagnosis, treatment and life with cancer. She graced our pages again in the November...

The Bharatanatyam Story Photo Credit: Bishal Sharma Surabhi Photography Dance is one of the great arts many want to perform at least once in their life,...

Kelsey Wiechman's professional pivot from an established HR and Supply Chain professional to becoming a certified life coach and a co-author of “Soul of...

The Wayzata Education Fund (WEF) is a 501c3 nonprofit organization supporting Wayzata Public School (WPS) students by providing District teachers and staff with monetary...

Nikki Massa Reflects Inward to Reignite Her Passion for Helping People I met local resident Nikki Massa on a sunny July afternoon while she optimistically,...

By Kristin Robbins, District 37A One of my priorities at the Legislature has been trying to address children’s mental health. That’s why I have proposed...

Tor Kids. For Adults. For Life. This is our company tagline and belief in the personal growth that martial arts can provide. DOJO Karate...

For Kids. For Adults. For Life. This is our company tagline and belief in the personal growth thatPlaying board games has been a favorite...

We are excited to once again get together in 2023 during Medina’s amazing community celebrations, starting with the Hamel Rodeo Parade on Sunday, July...

Medina resident DAN MARTINSON has taken his patented TRUzip waterproof zipper (a completely toothless, silent, dustproof, waterproof, and submersible zipper used by top quality,...

Forward-thinking, fast casual spices up Medina by focusing on sustainability and flavor Located just across Highway 55 from Casey’s next to the new Caribou coffee...

West Suburban Fire District Bob Dylan once sang, “Times they are A-Changin”…, indeed they are! Turns out this applies to Fire Departments too. In 2023 Loretto and...

Ahh, summer in Minnesota. It’s a precious time we all cherish. Getting outdoors to enjoy the warmth and sunshine--biking, grilling, swimming, or whatever your...

Planting Seeds to Reinspire the American Dream & Grow Opportunities for Generations To Come If you’ve driven along Meander between Arrowhead Drive and 116 over...

Cowboy and his American mustangs to perform at Hamel Rodeo Photo Credit: Giorigo Trovato The Mustang Man is headed to Hamel. For this year’s Hamel Rodeo, Bobby...

Mark your calendar…the annual Hamel Lions Rodeo Parade will be held on Sunday, July 9th at 2 pm! This traditional event has been one of...

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...

We near the refuge as skeins of moonlit mist liftand we hear the music of a thousand cranesroosting in the shallows of restored wetlands.Behind...

Photo credit: Olly View Photography Moving to Medina October of 2015 was quite a month for Justin and Phalen Stang. After getting married on October 3rd...