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Owl perched in tree branches.
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Whoo is this?

We’re pleased to greet 2021 with a fresh round of photos from our annual Focus on Maple Grove photo contest, which was held in August. To start off, Rod Smoliak’s Eagle Lake Great Horned Owl, placed second in our Wildlife and Nature category.

Microblogger Nicole Pierson and her family.
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Local Microblogger Mom Shares Her Secrets for Giving the Best Gifts
A family enjoys some strawberries during holiday travel.
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This Year, Holiday Travel Prep is More Important Than Ever
Mother's Day gifts: A hand-painted mug, teapot and measuring spoons from Color Me Mine.
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Planning the Perfect Mother's Day in Maple Grove
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Officials Offer Helpful Tips for Preparing Kids to Stay Home on Their Own

Staying home alone for the first time can be scary, so it’s important to make the transition as painless and safe as possible.

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Dating App May Not Be the Best Idea for Teens

This issue’s featured app is an anti-recommendation: Tinder.

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Wedding Preparation That Help When It Comes To Wedding Planning

2015 Minnesota Wedding Stats

• 32,794: Number of weddings

• 27-29 years: Median age of couple

• $8,853: Average cost of engagement ring

• $29,000: Average cost of a wedding

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Local Photographer Briana Jorgensen Takes Photos of What Inspires