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VIVIAN HEITKE – Celebrating 100 Years of Life

Vivian Heitke as told to son Tim Heitke - 1
I grew up near Dassel, Minnesota in a small Swedish community called Lake Jenny. My parents were both Swedish emigrants, but met and married here in America. I am the fourth of five children...
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Robin Reid – Candidate for the Medina City Council 2020 Election

Anne Morehouse - 0
Four candidates are running for two open seats this fall for Medina's City Council. Every day this week (September 14-17) we'll meet one of those four individuals who have indicated an interest in serving...
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Living a Great Story

Anne Morehouse - 0
Stephanie Feller had felt pressure around her nose for some time, something wasn't right. She brushed it off, chalking it up to a sinus infection. Later in January of 2018 she and her husband,...
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Why It’s Critical to Support Small Local Business

Anne Morehouse - 0
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...
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A Splash of Love from Make-A-Wish Minnesota

Chris Pederson - 0
When Andrea and Adam first told their daughter Hannah that her older sister Ella was going to get a wish granted in the form of a splash pad through Make-A-Wish Minnesota, Hannah said, “Ohhh,...
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Kalla Lily Salon & Spa

Cecelia Ryman - 0
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,...
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Fortin Hardware – Hamel History

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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...
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With One Leg To Stand On: How Farmers State Bank of Hamel has Thrived...

Chris Pederson - 0
It was the fall of 1919. Less than a year after World War I ended, yet still 10 years before the Great Depression would begin, an Iowa dairy farmer named Harry J. Dorweiler (H.J.) had...
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RODEO 101

Sharon Johnson - 0
EVERYTHING YOU WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT RODEOS, BUT WERE AFRAID TO ASKPhotos by Bob Hosker Today’s professional rodeo holds a distinct position in the world of modern sports having come directly from a working ranch...
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Stellar Feller

Stephanie Feller - 0
In February 2020 Stephanie Feller shared her story about her diagnosis, treatment and life with cancer. She graced our pages again in the November 2020 issue with her daughter Megan. On December 30, 2020...
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Keeping Culture Alive Through Dance

Sudhamai Arra - 0
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, with different formats or styles of dances based on cultures...
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Charting a New Course with Kelsey Wiechman

Chris Pederson - 0
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 an Athlete: Stories and Lessons on Life Post-Athletics” is not...
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Wayzata Education Fund 20 year Anniversary Gala

Jen Grudnowski - 0
The Wayzata Education Fund (WEF) is a 501c3 nonprofit organization supporting Wayzata Public School (WPS) students by providing District teachers and staff with monetary grants for innovative teaching programs. WEF has awarded over 400 grants...
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Seeking True North

Chris Pederson - 0
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, yet humbly, tended her booth at the 2023 Summer Bash...
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SOTA Kids Act vs. Big Tech in MN

Kristin Robbins, District 37A - 0
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 legislation that would stop Big Tech from sending kids an...
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DOJO Karate Celebrates 15 years in Medina, MN

Mike Salas - 0
Tor Kids. For Adults. For Life. This is our company tagline and belief in the personal growth that martial arts can provide. DOJO Karate is a locally owned business that was founded in the...
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Kickstarting a Dream Part 1

Chris Pederson - 0
For Kids. For Adults. For Life. This is our company tagline and belief in the personal growth thatPlaying board games has been a favorite pastime of adults and children alike for generations with the...
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Community Celebrations in 2023!

LocalTies - 0
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 9th at 2 pm, followed by Night to Unite on...
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New Summer “Must Have”

LocalTies - 0
Medina resident DAN MARTINSON has taken his patented TRUzip waterproof zipper (a completely toothless, silent, dustproof, waterproof, and submersible zipper used by top quality, outdoor product companies such as Camelback, Hydroflask, and Fishpond) to...
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