Life + Culture

Second Chances Start Here

Four Minnesota animal rescues changing lives through compassion, community and countless happy tails Article by Sarah Knieff Every adoption story begins with a second chance, and behind each one is a dedicated team of volunteers, foster families and animal advocates working tirelessly to change lives. Across Minnesota, rescue organizations are doing far more than finding homes for dogs and cats – they're providing medical care, educating communities, supporting pet owners through difficult...

Life + Culture

Coding, Creating and Connecting

Coder's Clubhouse is helping young innovators build tech skills, confidence and friendships through hands-on STEM experiences. Article by Sarah Knieff In a world where technology shapes nearly every aspect of daily life, one Edina family saw a gap—and decided to fill it. The result is Coder’s Clubhouse, a new STEM-focused learning center that opened its doors in April 2026 with a mission to give kids a place to learn, create, and connect through technology. For co-founders Katie and Jeremiah...

Local Services

Here’s the Scoop

Picking up after your dog is their calling Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Andrew Vick According to recent statistics, over 50% of U.S. households have at least one dog. Most pet owners consider them part of the family and are willing to provide them with the best care possible.  One responsibility no one likes, though, is picking up after the dog, especially in their backyards. Parents are often busy, and kids don’t want to go near it. Sonja Tengdin knows this well. When her children...

Finance + Legal Services

AskSusan - Monthly Financial Advice Column

There's a critical difference between discipline and complacency in financial planning. Discipline is intentional. It means your strategy is actively helping you reach your goals. Complacency, on the other hand, is automatic—doing the same thing simply because it's familiar.One builds wealth. The other merely maintains the illusion of stability while your life evolves around you.Consistency Builds Wealth—But Only When Strategy Aligns With Your Life The financial strategy that served you...