Finance + Legal Services

Where Gratitude Becomes Community Action

At Lakeview Bank, community isn't a campaign. It's everyday work. Article by Ann Schreiber | Photography by Lisa Cline At Lakeview Bank , giving back means showing up, building relationships, and investing in neighbors year-round. For Theresa Anderson, it took less than a week to understand what kind of place Lakeview Bank was. Anderson had just started her role as communication specialist five years ago when she found herself participating in the bank’s Community Impact work during...

Finance + Legal Services

A Calling to Protect Those Serving

From minor league baseball to 35 years of client-first insurance, Karl Johnson has built a career protecting those who serve. Article by Ann Schreiber | Photography by Lisa Cline & Provided For 35 years, Karl Johnson Agency has helped churches, nonprofits, families, and businesses protect what matters with personalized, local insurance guidance. But Karl Johnson didn’t grow up dreaming about a career in insurance. In fact, his original career plan involved a baseball diamond. Johnson played...

Home Services

A Clean Home, A Grateful Heart

The Maids helps South Metro families prepare for holidays with gratitude, care, and thoughtful cleaning. Article by Ann Schreiber | Photography by Nic Stevens For Nic Stevens, gratitude is more than a November theme. It is part of how each day begins at The Maids. “Begin with gratitude” is a rule Stevens, general manager for five years, tries to live by. At the Rosemount location, which serves Eagan and the south metro, that means thanking employees for showing up, working hard, and caring...

Style + Beauty

Eagan City Lifestyle Fall Boutique Tour Was a Fashion Hit

Our first-ever boutique tour brought new shops, new finds and new friends. Article by Matthew Sousa | Photography by Alba Nowlin Eagan City Lifestyle's Fall Boutique Tour brought together a group of local shoppers for our first-ever boutique tour, and the day exceeded every expectation. Guests traveled together aboard a Star Transportation coach bus, visiting six of the area's best local fashion destinations — Vendella euro boutique & coffee Haus, Style Niche, Fashion Fruit Boutique, Thread...

Food + Beverage

A Fresh Chapter, One Slice Together

Family ownership, handcrafted favorites, and neighborhood partnerships bring people together around every table in Eagan today. Article by Ann Schreiber | Photography by Lisa Cline For nearly five decades, The Italian Pie Shoppe has been part of the Eagan dining scene. Since opening in 1976, it has welcomed families, neighbors, sports teams, and friends looking for comforting meals made with care. In May 2025, the restaurant entered a new chapter when the Dahmah family purchased the longtime...

Food + Beverage

Fresh Flavors Await

Greg & Lisa's Hidden Treasure keeps building its menu with fresh ideas, welcoming hospitality, and community spirit every day. Article by Ann Schreiber | Photography by Lisa Cline More than two years after opening Greg & Lisa's Hidden Treasure, Greg and Lisa Petersen continue to treat the restaurant as a place that never stands still. New recipes, fresh ingredients, seasonal cocktails, and thoughtful updates throughout the building all reflect a simple philosophy. If there is a way to make the...

Finance + Legal Services

Don't Let Your Medicare Plan Surprise You

Why This Fall's Open Enrollment Deserves a Closer Look Article by Rolf White Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period runs from October 15 through December 7. For Minnesota beneficiaries, this year’s review may be important. The goal is to confirm that coverage working today will continue meeting your needs in 2027. Premiums, deductibles, copays and prescription costs remain leading concerns nationally. Minnesotans may also see changes to Medicare Advantage and Cost plans. Carriers can discontinue...

Food + Beverage

Beyond Bar Fare

Where scratch cooking meets memorable sports nights for everyone together. Article by Ann Schreiber | Photography by Lisa Cline When 721 Sports Bar & Lounge opened inside the former Eagan Arms Public House space on April 13, 2026, the idea was never to create a place packed with televisions and predictable food. Managing partner Durrell Motley and his fellow partners imagined something different. They wanted a restaurant where people could settle into a thoughtfully prepared meal, sip an...

Style + Beauty

Rediscovering Personal Style

Graphic designer Holly Bernatz spent years helping businesses communicate visually. Then she realized she didn't know how to present herself. Article by Ann Schreiber | Photography by Lisa Cline For more than 20 years, Holly Bernatz made a career helping businesses communicate through design. As the owner of Beyond Design , she understood color theory, branding, and visual communication inside and out. Ironically, she struggled with one audience. Herself. Working remotely long before it...

Travel

Stylish Luxury & Reliability

A family-owned transportation company brings luxury and memorable experiences across Minnesota and beyond. Article by Ann Schreiber | Photography by Nicole Engstrom Whether it is a ride to the airport, an anniversary dinner, a holiday light tour, or a weekend wine tasting trip with friends, there is something special about arriving in style. That philosophy has guided Star Transportation since 1997, when Tim Fliehr decided to turn an idea into a family business. After driving past a...