She’s 80 and 200+ Marathons In—Here’s Why She Keeps Going
Octogenarian Mary Croft has run 235 marathons and shows no signs of stopping. On her 80th birthday, Mary Croft celebrated by running 80 kilometers...
Discover The Grounds Restaurant at St. Croix National
Panoramic views and elevated American fare await visitors at a venue mere minutes from the St. Croix. Tucked in the rolling hills of Somerset,...
The Future of the Valley Is Bright
The St. Croix Valley is home to a collection of incredible schools, with halls filled with young people finding their place in the world. Each year,...
Lens on St. Croix Valley 2026 Winners
Discover new perspectives of the place we call home. The Lens on St. Croix Valley photo contest is an annual invitation to share your snapshots of...
Shop Local
Mainstream Boutique Of Stillwater
Mainstream Boutique is a national franchise system of more than 70 independently owned and operated women’s clothing boutiques in 24 states across the United States. Mainstream Boutique is known for one-of-a-kind apparel, accessories, and styling expertise for today’s busy woman. Guided by our mission to love, strengthen, and celebrate, we are passionate about lifting customers up and making them feel beautiful. We believe in the power of community within our stores and in the value of strong local communities. To learn more about Mainstream Boutique Stillwater visit our website....
Noteworthy
The Cat in the Window
Since the early 1990s, Spokes and Pedals (spokesandpedals.com) in Hudson, Wisconsin, has been home to some furry and four-legged staff. One of its...
Giving Back Starts Early With Ponies Care
When young people discover that their contributions matter and that they are connected to their community, the whole Valley benefits. Through Ponies...
A Hands-on Approach To Outdoor Education
It’s a sunny day in October and a throng of exuberant sixth graders is spread out along the St. Croix River shoreline, gathering water samples,...
The Bite-Sized Best of Louise Erdrich
For decades, Pulitzer Prize-winning author and Minneapolis resident Louise Erdrich has expertly blended the minutiae of normal life with thoughtful...
Events
Exploring Cut Paper in 2-D and 3-D
Vera Ming Wong will introduce cut paper principles and techniques from various cultural traditions, exploring ways to create 2-D or 3-D cut paper...
Artist Reception: Suyao Tian
Join us for a reception with artist Suyao Tian.
Afton Art in the Park
Come to the 48th annual Afton Art in the Park, a weekend full of fine art, handmade goods, live music, local food and more. The festivities will...
Dutton Days at Big Rock Creek
The sprawling and stunning property of Big Rock Creek in St. Croix Falls is the backdrop for this 3rd annual event centered around the incredibly...
Afton Art in the Park
Come to the 48th annual Afton Art in the Park, a weekend full of fine art, handmade goods, live music, local food and more. The festivities will...
In This Issue
Stillwater Acting Duo Take to the Stage for “Pinocchio”
The Children's Theatre Company is reprising a beloved classic after a decade. You’d be forgiven for guessing that Autumn Ness and Reed Sigmund initially met on stage at the Children’s Theatre...
Lens on St. Croix Valley 2026 Winners
Discover new perspectives of the place we call home. The Lens on St. Croix Valley photo contest is an annual invitation to share your snapshots of life in your local community. From anticipated...
Welcome to the August/September 2026 Issue
While my memories of middle school are few, I remember it as a time of great change. It was in those formative years that I developed an interest in writing and photography. I kept a journal and...
Stillwater Trolley
One warm summer morning on a photo walk around Stillwater, Nikkita Berglind of River Falls, Wisconsin, approached two large flower pots. “The sun was shining through all the petals, and they looked...
The Cat in the Window
Since the early 1990s, Spokes and Pedals (spokesandpedals.com) in Hudson, Wisconsin, has been home to some furry and four-legged staff. One of its current tenants is a fluffy orange rescue cat named...
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