Shops & Business

Four trolleys from Stillwater Trolley await riders before a tour of the city.
[Then & Now]
The Histories of Hudson and Stillwater, As Told by Trolley Operators

Fall back in love with the Valley: Book a trolley tour!

Bags of Colectivo Coffee sit next to a Wisconsin mug at The Purple Tree gift shop.
[Shops & Business]
These Host/Hostess Gifts from the Purple Tree Will Surely Get You Invited Back
A woman models a pair of statement glasses.
[Accessories]
How to Choose Glasses That Fit Your Look
A durable fabric map from True North Map Company is affixed to a canoe during a Boundary Waters trip.
[Shops & Business]
Tougher Map Made by Hudson Residents Tells the Story of Your Boundary Waters Trip
A long-sleeved shirt from the Stillbilly Project.
[Clothing]
Stillbilly Project's 'Sassy' T-shirts Celebrate Stillwater's Townies

Local blogger and photographer Stephany Wieland has turned a silly T-shirt idea into a burgeoning side hustle.

Bird Branding, tropical wings, migratory birds, Costa Rica, tropical birds
[Giving Back]
Tropical Birds Connect Costa Rica to the St. Croix Valley

The upcoming St. Croix Flyway Bird Migration Celebration champions the international partnership.

Three dogs stand ready for training at Red Star Kennel.
[Misc]
Local Dog Trainers Offer Tips for Prospective Puppy Parents

Their advice? The saying “you can’t teach an old dog new tricks” is completely false.

The two women behind Gypsy Mint Stencil Co. pose in front of some stencil work.
[Shops & Business]
Spruce Up Your Space with Gypsy Mint Stencil Co.

Gypsy Mint helps bring the wow factor into any space.

Two young boys examine sports equipment.
[Giving Back]
Youth Advantage Gives Kids the Resources to Pursue Their Passions

Youth Advantage provides opportunities for local students.

A pink graphic shows black stick figures connected by lines, surrounded by icons showing trees, a painter's palette, a book, a deer, a first aid kit and a musical note.
[Giving Back]
St. Croix Valley Foundation Bridging Communities Through Charity, Outreach

United support of all St. Croix Valley residents.

[Shops & Business]
Graphic Artist Creates a Western-themed Design Business

Etta Kampfer, the Stillwater artist behind Neon Moon Design Co., channels her creative energy and love of all things Western to create vibrant and rustic hand-designed logos, graphics, invitations and calligraph

[Shops]
Seasonal Products from ModernRoots Make for a Fragrant Fall

ModernRoots in Stillwater can help get any fall enthusiast prepped for their favorite season.

[Shops & Business]
Local Candyland Shop Remains Popular with Candy Lovers of All Ages

Some of the best childhood memories are connected to food—sweet treats in particular. Most everyone can recall their first solo trip to the candy store to spend a bit of pocket change on something crunchy, gooey and delicious.

[Giving Back]
Helping Haiti

Sara Lein never dreamed of riding on the back of a motorcycle on a Caribbean island, running a school in a foreign country or helping find homes for three special kids—but she feels honored to say this is all been part of her journey.

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