Life + Culture

Women & Wine

Celebrating the voices and visions of women shaping our local communities at this year's Women + Wine event Article by Lauren Beaubaire | Photography by Kate Ann Photography The ladies of Lake Minnetonka, Waconia, and Victoria came together at this year’s City Lifestyle Women & Wine event hosted at Schram Vineyards. Women business leaders mixed and mingled for an evening of meaningful conversation, connection, and, of course, great wine. Between sips and plenty of laughter, we had the...

Life + Culture

A Space for Healing

Find connection, support, and renewed hope at The Grief Club of Minnesota Article by Emily McKeever Loss touches more children than we often realize. And while grief is never easy, experiencing it at a young age can be especially overwhelming. When the loss of a loved one comes far too early, having the right support can make all the difference. And that's why The Grief Club of Minnesota, which provides a space for grieving children, teens, young adults, and their caregivers to share, connect...

Life + Culture

OBGYN West Premier Prenatal Collaborative

Healthier Moms. Healthier Babies. Health Partnerships for Life Article by David Scheller “As first-time parents, this program helped us in learning a lot of new things, which made our pregnancy journey beautiful. The care provided by doctors and staff was compassionate.” – New Mom A “We would 100 percent do this program again! With it being our first, we were brought so much comfort going through this with parents on our same timeline.” – New Mom B “We loved it! My husband is also so...

Shopping

Spoil Her This Mother’s Day

Trust us, here’s what she’ll love from these favorites Article by Emily McKeever Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms and mother figures out there! We hope it’s a day—or heck, a weekend—where you’re pampered from head to toe by your loved ones. Moms wear many hats, and one of them is offering guidance, whether it’s helping navigate challenges or simply being a listening ear. It’s a responsibility that many moms find rewarding–sharing wisdom and teaching life skills. But it can also be a little...

Life + Culture

Your Guide to Graduation Season

Thoughtful details that make the season shine—so you can spend less time planning and more time celebrating Article by Emily McKeever There’s a lot of pomp and circumstance in the air this time of year. Celebrations are around every corner, send-offs at every turn, and there’s a quiet urge to soak it all in. Graduation season is about goodbyes, new beginnings, and everything in between—oh, and all the feelings that come with it. To allow for more time to squeeze your senior just a little...

Finance + Legal Services

Elevated Living at The Otto

Flexible spaces, resort-style amenities, and a community that makes every day an investment in your well-being Article by Emily McKeever Home is where the heart is, and it should also be where comfort and connection thrive. One step inside The Otto apartments in Waconia and you’ll feel the warmth of refined living, intentionally curated for those who expect more from where they live. You’ll experience the ease of a low-maintenance life, without the demands and commitment of homeownership, all...

Fitness

Driving Change

Investing in the community one swing at a time — at the Timber Creek Women’s Charity Golf Tournament Article by Emily McKeever As snow melts into puddles and puddles fade back into sidewalks, it’s only natural for summer to be on our minds. As you start filling your warm-weather calendar, you'll want to leave July 11th open for an experience that makes a real difference. It’s a day when communities join hands, connections are made, generosity takes center stage, and some really great golf is...

Home + Design

Beautiful Spaces You’ll Love to Live In

Discover why the community trusts Iron River Construction for expert remodeling Article by Emily McKeever You wouldn’t be a Minnesotan if the idea of spring drawing near didn’t bring about a feeling of increased energy, and after the amount of snow we’ve had this year, a little excitement and wild abandon. As the fresh new season arrives, we create lists to better ourselves, and while we’re at it, finally decide to bring that long-planned house project to life. For over 25 years, the team at...

Home Services

Home Trends in 2026

Christy Haasken Schuler from Chestnut Realty shares what’s shaping homes in the year ahead. Article by Lauren Beaubaire New year. New home trends. From interior design shifts to a changing housing market, we chat with Christy Haasken Schuler, Realtor, Appraiser, GRI at Chestnut Realty, on what home trends you can expect to see in 2026.  In terms of interior design? We’re going cozy, comfy-chic in 2026. “Warm tones and textured layers are the dominating home design trends that we’re seeing...

Home Services

Small Changes, Stunning Yard

Simple ways to spruce up your landscaping this spring from Waconia Landscaping Company Article by Emily McKeever They say you never get a second chance to make a first impression — and when it comes to your home, it doesn’t begin at the front door; it begins at the curb. Justin Goche, owner of Waconia Landscaping Company, says the shape, style, and texture of your front walk guide guests through a space that welcomes them into the home and sets the tone for everything that follows. “As we...