When 9-year-old Brian Wicklund first heard the quick-tempo twang of bluegrass from his mother’s Flatt and Scruggs album, he fell in love. Wicklund’s...
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How To Use Vanilla Bean Paste
Ever wonder about how to use vanilla bean paste? Sara and Andy Kubiak, founders of Vanilla Bean Project in Lakeland, share that vanilla bean paste...
Autumn Adventures Close to Home
It’s the time of the season for unforgettable local explorations. Whether you embark on a day trip or settle in for a weekend staycation, don’t...
Many Ways To Serve
It’s a rare nonprofit in the St. Croix Valley that Linda Robertson and Warren Schneider haven’t supported through servant leadership, volunteerism...
“Día de Los Muertos”
Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is traditionally celebrated by those of Mexican heritage in late October or early November. While its...
Back to School Shopping
As summer fades and the new school year approaches, it’s time to start thinking about back-to-school clothes shopping. With a few tips and tricks,...
Flowers for Seniors
Growing old is not for the faint of heart. Aging can cause one to become less active and less social—two things that are very important to mental...
A Joyful Guide to Cleaning Your Home
Let’s talk about House Love: A Joyful Guide to Cleaning, Organizing, and Loving the Home You’re In, a recent release by Twin Cities author Patric...
Fall Daytrips Are in Season
September marks the beginning of apple ripening in Minnesota. According to the University of Minnesota, most apple varieties in the area should be...
Enjoy the Best of the Midwest This Summer
Summer is here, and we’re packing up the car and returning to some of our favorite Midwest destinations! The Upper Peninsula (UP) of Michigan: Drive...
“Malibu Rising” Dives Into Summer
Taylor Jenkins Reid does it again in one of her most recent historical fiction novels, Malibu Rising. Malibu, California, August 1983. Nina Riva is...
Give Where You Live
Jim and Judy Freund grew up on family farms in Wisconsin. They saw generosity embodied by family and community members who cared for each other,...
A Sign of Spring
If you are anything like me, you’re probably itching to breathe some fresh air and get your hands dirty this spring. Studies have shown that being...
Meet a Music Maven
“The most important thing that you can do in the whole world is to give back to your community,” says Kristin Tjornehoj, a lifelong resident,...
Doggy Destinations Around St. Croix Valley
It’s time for the annual return to the outdoors! I know our pups will be grateful for it, so let’s give our companions the ultimate Valley...
“The Berry Pickers”
Set in Maine and Nova Scotia, The Berry Pickers opens in the early 1960s when 4-year-old Ruthie, the youngest in her Mi’kmaq family who travels to...
Valley Bookseller Recommends “The Women”
Celebrate Women’s History Month this March with a new release from Kristin Hannah. It’s the mid-1960s. President Kennedy has been assassinated, and...
Flowers for Valentine’s Day
The season of love is here again. As Valentine’s Day approaches, let’s lean into the heart behind this romantic holiday. As the legend goes, St....
Workplace Dress Code Changes
The pandemic transformed virtually every aspect of our lives, including the way we dress for work. As time passes, we are seeing more companies...
Meet Miss Wisconsin Teen USA
Hudson’s own Shelby Hohneke, Miss Wisconsin Teen USA 2023, represents a new generation of community leaders. Hohneke says earning the title was a...
