Arts & Culture

Perch Lake Morning by Bob Lyksett

What’s my inspiration behind this photograph? I crave situations where the lighting can change dramatically during a shooting session. The combination of early morning light and fog always present a challenge because both change so fast and independently!

A drone photograph of the Stillwater Bridge across the St. Croix River

Drone photographer Michel Huber captured a lovely autumnal scene for our Lens on St. Croix Valley photo contest.

A photograph of a flower by local artist Cynthia Dickinson

Minnesota photographer Cynthia Dickinson captures beauty in the natural world.

Fall cleaning products sit on a kitchen counter.

Clean out and cozy up your home for the fall.

Jessie Diggins

"Brave Enough" is an honest account from Jessie Diggins about success on snow and in life.

Fall decor on a counter.

When the leaves start turning those beautiful rich golden, amber hues, it’s time to start transitioning your home’s interior decor for fall.

Sailboats on the St .Croix River

Summer has set sail but we still have fond memories via your submissions to the Lens on St. Croix Valley photo contest.

A child works on distance learning on his iPad.

One local mom is taking a proactive approach to this uncertain school year. She created a Facebook group to discuss how to navigate education in the era of COVID-19.

A performance by members of StoryArk

StoryArk offers youth the opportunity to tell their stories through creative outlets.

A mother and child cook together.

Experts from Stillwater’s Mathnasium weigh in on how to keep kids engaged in education during the summer.

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