Local Services

Empowering Change: Local Organizations Making a Difference

Discover how local groups are shaping a brighter future for all. Article by Ann Schreiber and Matthew Sousa | Photography by Monical Lopez & Provided Eagan High School Unified Empowering Students of All Abilities Eagan Unified is a club at Eagan High School for students with and without disabilities with a mission of inclusion. Originally started as an after-school buddies club called Wildcat Connection, the students wanted to do more and the club became part of the Special Olympics...

Arts + Culture

Healing Through Art

Gina Jermasek’s Path from 911 Dispatcher to Inspiring Artist Article by Ann Schreiber When we experience trauma in our lives, whether it be from the loss of someone we love to a harrowing divorce or a serious car accident, it can change who we are. These experiences often rock us to our core, not necessarily taking away who we once were but challenging us to pick up the pieces and overcome our pain to be stronger on the other side. Gina Jermasek knows this all too well. For over 17 years she...

Food + Beverage

Hidden Treasure in Plain Sight

Greg & Lisa's Hidden Treasure Holds a Special Place in the Eagan Community Article by Ann Schreiber | Photography by Amanda Stamm If you’ve ever driven down Highway 3 through the Eagan and Rosemount areas, you’ve probably noticed the restaurant tucked a bit back on the west side of the road. Though the building has had a few names over the years with an evolving menu, it has become and continues to be a place for the community to come together, break bread, and enjoy a few cocktails. Today...

Life + Culture

Operation Dignity 

Supporting Ghana Through Economic Development, Healthcare, Vocational Training, and Faith Article by Ann Schreiber | Photography by Kim Tsoukalas “You never lose when you reach out to others.” This point resonated with me when I recently spoke with Kathy Sullivan, who founded  Operation Dignity International (ODI)  along with her late husband, Jim. Though I have had the pleasure of getting to know Kathy over the last several months through an entrepreneurial women’s networking group that we...