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A Second Act for Elder Pups
How one foundation is giving senior dogs the ending every good story deserves. Article by Haley Asanovich On a chilly December day in 2001, animal control in Shorewood spotted a small, sick dog running loose. It took them six months to catch him. He was too weak to keep running. No tags. No collar. No one came looking. The shelter guessed he was around eleven, and with age and a growing list of health problems, he was scheduled to be euthanized. Then someone made a phone call. "I have a...
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A City Hall for the Ages
The City of Excelsior is paying homage to its past, honoring today and looking ahead to the future with City Hall’s new home. Article by Sara Hoeman | Photography by Emily John Photography Known for one of the most charming historic downtowns in the state, multiple listings on the National Register of Historic Places, beautiful lake views, and a community that honors its past, Excelsior can now add a historic city hall building to its list. The city was on the hunt for a permanent space since...
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Life Lessons Article by Jen Fortner My youngest child is a high school senior this year. I hear I’m supposed to be completely tragic about it. However, his childhood, like every youngest child, has seemingly lasted the longest. Moreover, he had a cheerful K-12 path and has exciting chapters ahead. I feel grateful. He has been lucky in life and therefore so have I. But it’s strange to think this is the last year I’ll be connected to his day-to-day. I have realized I will likely never meet...
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A Legacy of Joy
BeLikeTommy Project is turning one family’s loss into meaningful connections, unforgettable experiences, and moments of joy for local kids. Article by Lauren Beaubaire Where other nonprofits focus on providing essentials like food or clothing, BeLikeTommy Project focuses on something unique but equally important: joy. Creating joyful moments for kids who have experienced hardship is at the heart of what they do. Kevin and Nicole Nash started the nonprofit after their 14-year-old son Tommy...
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