Arts + Culture

Capturing Connection Through Pets

Amanda Stamm of Amanda LaRae Photography combines lifelong animal love and artistic instinct to create timeless portraits of pets—and the people who love them. Article by Ann Schreiber | Photography by Amanda Stamm You can’t fake the kind of connection Amanda Stamm has with animals. It’s quiet. It’s natural. And if you’re a pet owner in Eagan (or beyond), it’s exactly what you want behind the camera when capturing your dog’s goofy grin or your cat’s signature stretch. Amanda is the owner and...

Life + Culture

Catching Greatness Together

Four Eagan athletes build confidence, leadership, and friendship through the sports they love most. Article by Ann Schreiber | Photography by Lisa Cline When Brendan Mademann steps on the pitcher’s mound, he’s not alone. Behind home plate is Brandon Lunneborg, his friend, teammate, and trusted catcher. On another field in Eagan, you’ll find Julia Mademann on the mound with Lauren Lunneborg behind the plate—two pairs of athletes, one sport, and a powerful bond between siblings and friends. ...

Life + Culture

Celebrating Community Spirit at Eagan’s Beloved Funfest Event

A volunteer-run tradition keeps growing year after year Article by Ann Schreiber | Photography by Eagan's July 4th Funfest Ambassador Committee There’s something special about a town tradition that manages to grow without losing its original heart. For more than 50 years, Eagan’s July 4th Funfest has delivered just that: an entirely volunteer-led celebration that continues to bring neighbors together year after year. What began decades ago with a parade from Cedarvale Mall to Rahn Elementary...

Education

Unlocking Potential

Personalized Learning at Sylvan Learning of Rosemount-Eagan Article by Matt Sousa | Photography by Lisa Cline Sylvan Learning of Rosemount-Eagan—owned and operated by local educator Annette Braaten—is helping students thrive through the power of personalized learning. With a passion for education and a commitment to student success, Annette and her team provide more than just tutoring—they deliver a path to academic confidence and measurable growth. Every child learns differently, and Sylvan...