On a cloudy and windy day, Woodbury paramedic Ron Hawkins spent time at the Lions Veterans Memorial.
“It was the day before Memorial Day, and I was enjoying the beautiful memorial by myself until I noticed the turtle appreciating the area as well,” Hawkins says.
It’s golden brown. It’s crispy. It’s like a pancake’s older brother, if only he had perfect little built-in compartments for decadent toppings. Thanks to discerning tastebuds everywhere—and maybe Eleven from Stranger Things—the humble waffle is having a serious moment in the spotlight.
November 11 is Veterans Day. Many Americans have been touched by military service in one way or another, whether they’ve served in a branch of the armed forces or know someone who has.
The cities of Woodbury and Hermantown, Minnesota are about 150 miles apart. But for the young hockey players—and parents—who participated in the Minnesota State PeeWee AA level championship game in March, the two communities could just as well be neighbors.
For those who haven’t thought much about it, it’s one of the fashion industry’s best-kept secrets: Sizing is a relatively new concept, built up out of necessity for uniformity with the advent of soldiers’ uniforms during the previous century’s world wars, then ballooning through the big-box boom.
As much as parenting young children is rewarding and joyful, it can also at times be overwhelming.
Gift giving, whether it’s for a secret-santa work acquaintance or a beloved spouse, takes some thought. To help you get started, we’ve put together some of our favorite items from local shop Patina, all with broad appeal (and a reasonable price point, too).
Technology hasn’t traditionally been a woman-dominated field, but one local consulting company is aiming to change that. Keyot, founded by sisters Anjie Cayot and Laura Kelly, is a staffing company focused on workforce transformation.
According to the World Health Organization, anxiety disorders are the most common mental health challenges in the U.S. and they impact young people, who are often less equipped than adults to handle stress or to help friends who might be suffering from anxiety.
After losing their basset hound of 14 years, Woodbury residents John and Jeanne Segar knew they didn’t want another long, full-time commitment to a dog as they neared retirement with travel plans.
Serving over 350-400 families—and growing—as a main center for the local Muslim community, the Islamic Society of Woodbury-East Metro, an organization founded in 2009, has put the finishing touches on its new mosque in Afton, after moving from its smaller space in Woodbury.
Winter, especially Minnesotan winter, brings with it not only below freezing temperatures, but also a heap of beauty problems including dry and frizzy hair.
Settle down after the chaos of Black Friday shopping with a more low-key experience: take part in Small Business Saturday events at local shops on November 24.
Thanksgiving is probably my favorite holiday. It’s a time for family, food, wine, and giving thanks for all our blessings. There are so many great wines to choose from, but wines from the Loire Valley (France) seem made for the occasion.
With pie season in full swing, there’s no better way to ensure success than with the best tips and recipes available.
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