I will never forget Djamshid Djan Popal’s eyes. He was in pain, and he was afraid. It was 2004, and I was standing outside the Children’s Hospital...
August 2025
Edina’s Class of 2026 Is Full of Positivity and Leadership
In our annual Senior Spotlight, meet three Class of 2026 students who were nominated by their schools for making a positive difference in their...
Travel Is a Powerful Teacher
Some of the most lasting lessons happen outside the classroom. During my family’s recent trip to Belize, we experienced firsthand how travel deepens...
Good Vibes With Valley View Middle School Principal
Patrick Bass builds a culture of belonging. At a time when children can feel unmoored, uncertain or on the outside of things, middle school...
College Application Essays Are an Introspective Journey
Experts weigh in on how to create a compelling college application essay. It’s time to write that all-important college application essay in which...
Father-Son Wrestling Duo Bring Passion to Edina’s Youth Program
Ryan and Tillman Stroud are passionate about building youth wrestling in Edina. Father-son duo Ryan and Tillman Stroud have put Edina youth...
A Little Film With a Lot of Heart
Edina filmmaker Brennan Vance released his latest micro documentary, How to Care, as part of the Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival...
Attend the Lighthouse Night and Torchlight Concert
Embark on a time traveling adventure. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to attend a concert from the early 1900s, now is your chance. Treat...
Càphin: Where Culture Meets Coffee
Càphin serves up bold brews with a Vietnamese twist. As second-generation Vietnamese Americans, husband-and-wife duo Savio and Jenny Nguyen grew up...
Art as Evolution, Not Imitation
Art is unique by definition, but does it need to be completely original to have value? Some argue that all art is either plagiarism or revolution—if...
Children’s HeartLink Is the Beating Heart of Global Care
An innovative program is changing the world and health care for children in need. David Overman, M.D., has always known that medicine would be his...
Yancey Postgame Show
Mark Bergeron and his wife often take their evening walks through Yancey Park. “I usually have a camera with me. If we’re lucky with our timing and...
Fakeout Takeout
I love takeout as much as anyone, but I do enjoy creating something a little healthier (and more affordable!) at home. My kids ask for my Honey...
