The beams of light filtering through the trees and reflecting off Lake Thielen inspired Christopher Knipe to capture this moment on his daily walk....
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On the Beat With A.J. Hilton
WCCO-TV anchor A.J. Hilton tells Minnesota’s stories and shares his love of music. As a middle schooler growing up in Apple Valley, WCCO-TV anchor...
Knit Together at Rose Yarn Co.
Rose Yarn Co. attracts generations of knitting and crocheting enthusiasts. When Rose Yarn Co. opened in Lakeville in 2022, owner Jennifer Murphee...
Keeping Time With Thompson Watch Repair
Thompson Watch Repair sells, repairs and maintains vintage watches. One thing Tyler Thompson has learned over the years is that watches serve many...
A.J. Hilton’s Fall Playlist
“My fall playlist reminds me of a crisp Saturday afternoon: the windows open, leaves changing and the turntable spinning,” says WCCO-TV anchor A.J....
Viking Fest Celebrates Minnesota’s Scandinavian Community
The country’s largest Viking festival returns to Dakota County Fairgrounds. After a successful debut last year, Viking Fest Minnesota became the...
Lakeville Strong After the Storm of 1949
In October 1949, a violent storm swept across the Lakeville countryside, leaving destruction in its wake. Powerful winds tore roofs from homes,...
Focus on Cities South 2026 Winners
Discover new perspectives of the place we call home. The Focus on Cities South photo contest is an annual invitation to share your snapshots of life...
Explore Artistic Instincts With Chiaki O’Brien
A loom, a handful of colorful fibers and no rules: This is where Chiaki O’Brien found her artistic voice. While living in Japan in 1996, she...
Lakeville Hosts Its Inaugural First Responders Hockey Game
Police and firefighters play hockey to raise money for a public safety foundation. What started as an attempt to bring families and friends of first...
Meet a Member of the Business Women’s Circle
XO’Xocolati and other small businesses find guidance, accountability and community. For many entrepreneurial women trying to get a business off the...
Senior Spotlight Students Bring Light to Their Communities
Four students shine in their respective fields, but they’re each known for kindness. As they return to school for their senior year, we’re...
After the Rain
After an evening summer rainshower in June, Lakeville resident Luann Mindeman looked outside her window into her backyard and saw a beautiful swirl...
Discover Your Best of Cities South 2026 Winners
Our Editor’s Guide to Third Spaces
Meet your neighbors, and connect with new friends in third spaces. Beyond work and home, it’s the art centers, gyms, libraries, parks, restaurants...
Team Minnesota Is in Full Swing
Mason Eaton and Jake Heinrich are named to Minnesota’s inaugural junior golf team. Aspiring young golfers in the state have a new opportunity for...
Rachel Bakes Cakes Shares Sweet Gifts
Rachel Max uses her baking skills to uplift others. If ever there’s an occasion that calls for a sweet celebration, Rachel Max stands at the ready....
A Prior Lake Family Raises Awareness About CDKL5
Jordyn Hinrichs first realized something was wrong when her daughter Alice Hinrichs was just under 4 weeks old. After a bath, Alice had her first...
Boat Dog
Boat Dog, featuring Milo, a standard poodle who loves to go boating on Prior Lake, won first place in the Pets category of our annual Focus on...
Friends in High Places
Nate Nelson frequents the Crystal Lake Golf Course in Lakeville to enjoy the calm mornings, and one of his favorite things to do is photograph the...
