This Stillwater High School student is extremely interested in studying nutrition and exercise alongside mental health. Read more about Senior Spotlight: Inspired by Volleyball, Maddie Whittington Hopes to Study Health
This Hudson High School student wants to study environmental engineering so he can tackle "some of the world's most difficult challenges." Read more about Senior Spotlight: Charlie Neuenschwander Wants to Tackle Climate Change
St. Croix Preparatory Academy's Miriam Cooper has a desire to see the world and learn by traveling. Read more about Senior Spotlight: Miriam Cooper's Heading Abroad to Pursue World Peace
For the third straight summer, J.R. Hunter is spending as much time as possible sailing the St. Croix River on his 34-foot Catalina sailboat, docked at Bayport Marina. Read more about 'Cheapest Way to See the World': St. Croix Sailor Goes All-in on Hobby
New book illustrates how to create and curate your own Little Free Library. Read more about Little Free Library Celebrates 10 Years
Enjoy the views of the majestic St Croix River. Our area is spoiled for choice when it comes to cruises. Whether it’s a regular trip up and down the river, or a themed cruise, there is something for everyone.
Taylors Falls: Taylors Falls Scenic Boat Tours
“Taylors Falls is a quaint, small village,” vice president of Taylors Falls Scenic Boat Tours Amy Frischmon says. “It’s less 30 minutes north of Stillwater and you feel like you’re a world away.” Read more about St. Croix River Cruises Offer a Scenic View of the Valley
Evanne Hunt wears a yellow protective suit while she carefully watches a fire burn a strip of the native prairie she’s volunteered to protect over the past 25 years. Hunt, the chairperson of the local chapter of the Prairie Enthusiasts, says prescribed burns of prairie remnants are key to the survival of native plants and ecosystems.
“We have to go out and burn to keep the brush down,” Hunt says, adding native prairies are fire-dependent ecosystems. “A prairie can’t last without fire and maintenance. It’s impossible for a native prairie remnant to exist without help anymore.” Read more about Group says Minnesota's Native Prairies Are 'as Rare and Worthy of Saving as the Amazon'
There are several sailing schools in the St. Croix Valley area that provide classes for children, teens and adults, from beginner to expert level. Read more about Sailing Schools in the St. Croix Valley
The Hudson salon's experts dish out advice on dry hair, fall trends, going grey and must-have purse items. Read more about Beauty Tips from the Experts at Two Redheads and a Wolf
Confection Cotton Candy offers original flavors, a cart for events and sealed bags for party favors or gifts. Read more about This Wisconsin Cotton Candy Cart Offers Flavors Like Champagne, Pop Rocks and More
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