The Maple Grove Historical Preservation Society was formed in 1994 as a non-profit organization with the purpose of education and preserving the...
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Take an Inside Look into the Lives of Some Folks in the Hamel Rodeo
Every July, something incredible takes place that gathers folks from all over the Midwest—the Hamel Rodeo & Bull Ridin’ Bonanza. The hustle and...
Best of Maple Grove 2018
Meet the winners and finalists in our annual Best of maple grove survey. Asking for directions is an attempt to make a destination more of a...
Mothers and Daughters Find Ways to Connect through Charity
When the Emlong family moved to Maple Grove from Denver in 2015, their to-do list started out like any family’s would. Except right after "get...
Two Elected Officials Share the Trials and Travails of Modern Public Service
The Minnesota Constitution, Article IV, Section 8 says: “Each member and officer of the legislature before entering upon his duties shall take an...
Clear Race Day Hurdles with Tips from a LifeTime FItness Expert
Cheryl Zitur from LifeTime Fitness shares how to start your race with a burst, not a stumble. Races are plentiful around the Maple Grove area during...
Focus on Maple Grove: Boy’s Best Friend
Photographer Molly Starkey captured the bond between a boy and his furry friend. A photograph offers a unique opportunity to capture activities and...
Mark Your Calendars: Annual Parade Offers Sweet Memories for Attendees
Photographing a clown greeting her daughter last summer before the Maple Grove Days parade began, Lisa Willey found it hard to resist the...
Wave the Red, White & Blue
Give the American flag its proper due. With the spirit of the Fourth of July, many will proudly wave our nation’s flag. Commander Earl Buchan, of...
Ellie Hoyt Helps Students Pursue Their Passions through Her Organization, The CrossOver
According to Maple Grove resident Ellie Hoyt, athletics provide more than a quality workout to student participants—Hoyt has found friendship and...
Magic is in the Air
Local magician talks about how he and his daughter got their starts. When attending a magic show, it’s hard not to find yourself forgetting where...
Focus on Maple Grove: Partners in Crime
First place winner shares the story behind powerful photo. Living in Maple Grove since 2008, Tracy Walsh captured this photograph when her husband,...
Don’t Leave Your Creativity at Home When Visiting Shops in Arbor Lakes
After noticing that many young families visit the Shoppes at Arbor Lakes, the idea to create a fun program for guests during the summer months...
Strings ’n’ Keys
Begin your musical journey with pointers from the pros. Two Maple Grove music schools, Spark Music Studio and All Things Musik, bring their talent...
Kangaroos & Videos
Ron White was honored with the North Hennepin Area Chamber of Commerce Service to the Chamber Award for his unconventional approach to building the...
Boxer Caleb Truax “Cuts No Corners” on His Way To Being World Champ
Caleb Truax pulls no punches on the secret to his boxing success. The 34-year-old Osseo native calls this his mantra—cut no corners. It’s one of the...
A Full Tally of Fun Camps That Won’t Leave Your Kids Homesick
Summer camp is something that children look forward to all school year. It’s a time to get outside, learn a new skill or continue an activity...
Focus on Maple Grove: A Mind of Its Own
Second place winner provides insight to her inspiration. While being an animal lover, Kelsey Kunkel has also discovered a growing love for...
Focus on Maple Grove: Finding Your Way
Central Park labyrinth offers a moment for reflection. The labyrinth of Greek mythology was meant to confuse, built by Daedalus for the King of...
A Maple Grove Businessman Shares What Community Means to Him
“My dad always instilled in my siblings and me a strong sense of community,” says Minneapolis Northwest Tourism’s president and CEO Dave Looby. His...
