Fitness

Fighting Parkinson’s Together, One Punch at a Time

Rock Steady Boxing Eagan, where community, courage, and connection help those living with Parkinson’s fight back. Article by Ann Schreiber | Photography by Lisa Cline At first glance, the gym at The Commons on Marice doesn’t look like your typical boxing ring. There’s no roaring crowd, no spotlight, no winner’s belt waiting at the end. Instead, there’s laughter, focused energy, and a group of determined people gloving up to fight something invisible: Parkinson’s disease. This is Rock...

Arts + Culture

Songs That Give Back

For more than four decades, the Eagan Men’s Chorus has shared music’s joy and connection throughout the Twin Cities. Article by Ann Schreiber | Photography by Matthew Sousa When Jim Andrews talks about the Eagan Men’s Chorus, his voice carries the same warmth you might hear in one of their songs. “Music is a wonderful thing,” he says. “We’ve seen moments where people are brought to tears, and sometimes to smiles, and that’s why we do it.” The Eagan Men’s Chorus (EMC) has been part of the...

Travel

Inspire Your Holiday Wanderlust

Six European River Cruises to Inspire Your Next Escape Article by Matthew Sousa As the season of sparkle and celebration approaches, many of us start thinking less about gifting things — and more about gifting experiences. The best gifts, after all, are the ones that last long after the wrapping paper is gone — moments that fill our hearts and our photo albums. If your wish list includes more adventure, romance, or time spent exploring the world together, a European river cruise might be the...

Life + Culture

Purpose on the Field

How Vikings Players Use Their Cleats to Create Change Article by Matthew Sousa | Photography by Minnesota Vikings In December, the bright lights of U.S. Bank Stadium shine a little differently. Amid the sea of purple and gold, players take the field in cleats splashed with color, symbols, and words that tell stories far deeper than touchdowns. This is My Cause My Cleats —the NFL initiative that allows players to turn their footwear into a canvas for change. For one week each season, the...