Meet the business that’s revolutionizing the protein powder market. Seven figures in seven months. That’s the growth Ben Zaver has seen since...
Lifestyle
Embracing the North With Cold Therapy
Cold therapy brings opportunities for community, wellness. As cold winds roll in, freezing the lakes of Minnesota, a beloved tradition returns—the...
Healthy Reading
Get some food for thought with this read. Have you ever noticed how your mood improves when you eat certain foods or that you sleep more soundly...
In the Creative Spirit
A poetry prompt for January. Inspiration can be hard to find. Sometimes, a blank piece of paper can feel as daunting as a driveway that’s freshly...
The Twistery: A Creative Business With a Twist
Macramé artist gets down to business. When the world came to a halt in 2020, Maple Grove’s Macey LeVahn, 19, seized the opportunity to learn...
Organize Your Refrigerator with Three Easy Steps
“Everything needs maintenance,” says Lindsey Swan, professional organizer and Maple Grove mother of four. “When you have systems in place that work...
Comfort Keepers Improve Senior Care
In-home care extends independence. The U.S. population is growing older. According to the U.S. Census Population Projections, by 2030, one in every...
Local Maker Creates Wood Works of Art
The Knotty Elm delivers handcrafted wood pieces for home décor. Whittling away at his next masterpiece in the comfort of his own garage is Maple...
The Violin Conspiracy Book Review
Up-and-coming Black classical violinist Ray McMillian receives a $5 million dollar ransom note for the return of the Stradivarius violin he...
Book Review: The Windsor Knot
It’s 2016, and at Windsor Castle, preparations are underway for the Queen’s 90th birthday. After an evening soiree, a Russian pianist is discovered...
Local Photographer Wins Gold at the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards
Osseo Senior High School alumna, Sharn Brar, debuted her photography at Carnegie Hall in New York City in June as a part of the Scholastic Art...
A (Pickleball) Court with No Boundaries
The city expands its facilities to accommodate the growing pickleball interest. When summer finally arrives, the local outdoor sports facilities are...
Local Artists Add Color and Creativity to the Community
Highlighting the creativity in our community. Art is all around us whether we realize it or not. As something that is so integral to our daily...
5 Popular Public Parks Around Town
We round up the five most popular Maple Grove public parks. Within Maple Grove’s more than 50 sprawling parks, residents are sure to find everything...
Beautox Bar in Maple Grove Helps Clients Turn Back the Clock
Where science and beauty mingle. Working to restore your face’s original shape and proportions can be difficult, but the latest fads in aesthetic...
How to Fit Fitness into Your Vacation
Travel is one of the greatest gifts we can give ourselves, and the benefits go well beyond taking a break from our lives. It opens us to new...
Perfect Picnic Co. Crafts Luxury Outdoor Picnics
Courtney Smallbeck offers a new take on a summer tradition. In March 2021, local Courtney Smallbeck, like many of us, found herself with a fairly...
Artist Captures Pets’ Personalities with Portraiture
There can be an unconditional bond when it comes to our pets. For centuries, dogs have been coined as “man’s best friend” as bonds of unfailing...
‘Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead’ Is A Polish Thriller with Twists
In Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead by Olga Tokarczuk, detective Janina lives alone on the outskirts of a forest. Caring for several...
What’s the Stitch?
The Maple Grove Quilters showcase their craft. After a three-year hiatus, due to COVID-19, the Maple Grove Quilters’ Quilt Show is back in action....
