Thousands of members offer aid to the community. The holiday season is known as a time to give back to your neighbors and community, but volunteers...
People
Opportunity Knocks for Jason DeRusha
Media personality Jason DeRusha discusses taking on new challenges and expanding his audience. Jason DeRusha laughs as he recalls how clear his...
From the Classroom to the Trail
A former teacher launches retreats and coaching sessions to help clients find fulfillment. When Ryan Hennessey walked away from teaching in the...
Meet Students Who Excel Inside and Outside the Classroom
There is one word to describe the youth of Maple Grove: accomplished. From perfect ACT scores and accelerated classes to being a business co-owner,...
Dayle Theisen Stars as Sandy in “Grease”
Grease: The first musical that made Dayle Theisen want to do musical theater. So it’s perfectly apropos that the Maple Grove native would one day...
Maple Grove Athletes Are Going for the Gold
’Tis the season for celebrating champions. This last year has been a whirlwind for Maple Grove athletes. From global stages to the roar of local...
The Children’s Theatre Company Is Bringing “Frozen” to the Stage
We speak with ensemble member Sarah Potvin to get a look behind the curtain. Audiences of all ages are invited to enjoy the wonders of winter at the...
Andrea Hollingsworth Teaches Compassion to Business Leaders
Maple Grove resident shares methods for creating a culture of caring. For Andrea Hollingsworth, showing compassion isn’t a soft skill; it’s a power...
Crystal Anderson Has A Passion for Helping Others
Crystal Anderson, who works for the City of Maple Grove as a recreation supervisor with an emphasis on teenagers and outreach, transformed her...
Daniela Del Mastro Makes Her Tennis Dreams Come True
Daniela Del Mastro, a top-ranked 12-year-old, has her sights set on going pro. Some people are lucky enough to know at a young age what they want to...
Maple Grove High School Teacher Takes to the Sky
Ryan Hennessey aims to inspire inside and outside the classroom. Obtaining a Ph.D. and real estate license. Piloting small aircraft. Building and...
Senior Spotlight Students Share Inspiring Stories
Welcome to our annual Senior Spotlight feature. We asked local high school principals, teachers, counselors and staff to nominate students who best...
Alasan Ann Makes History at the Paris Olympics
Taekwondo athlete first to compete in Olympics for The Gambia. When Alasan Ann takes the world stage this summer to compete at the Paris Olympics,...
Resident Shares Her Road to Recovery After Stroke
During May’s American Stroke Month, we connect with Sue Kapsner to hear her story. On September 3, 2022, Sue Kapsner woke up feeling “a little off.”...
Local Master Gardeners Find Joy in Nature
Hennepin County Master Gardeners showcase their earthly endeavors. Like many things in life, experiencing them firsthand often provides an elevated...
Lynde Greenhouse & Nursery Replants and Rebuilds
Local nursery and greenhouse enters a new chapter. It is difficult to start and build a business. It is even harder to rebuild it more than 100...
Family Shares Experience With Multigenerational Living
Multigenerational living is all about taking care of family. Simply put, caring for others is just part of Sharon Kotula’s DNA. The Maple Grove...
Ray Henderson Shares Story Behind Annual Skydive Tradition
Ray Henderson finally retired at age 85, just in time to start skydiving. Every year, more than half a million people in the United States skydive...
Letters of Love Club Spreads Joy
Grace Berbig shepherds a global club, spreading love and support through letters. When Grace Berbig thinks of her mother, Amanda Berbig, she feels...
Jordan Sahly Embraces His Heritage Through Beadwork
Jordan Sahly had barely begun his chapter as a freshman at Yale University when the threat of a global pandemic sent him back home, turning his...
