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12/27/2024

Featuring sleigh rides, indoor vendors, photos with Santa and more, the Miracle at Big Rock is forever a staple of St. Croix, holiday-themed fun

There’s a hidden gem in St. Croix Falls that sits on 1,000 acres where families can celebrate the holiday season with family and friends. It’s the Miracle at Big Rock.

12/20/2024

A Lake Elmo beekeeper is keeping his father's legacy alive through starting his own business

Keith Tumulty, of Lake Elmo, has been beekeeping since 2012 to follow in his father’s footsteps. In 2008, Tumulty’s father began to produce honey from two hives. Simultaneously, Tumulty began

12/18/2024

Inspired by her family, a Stillwater singer-songwriter is releasing music as a tribute to the warmth of home and holiday joy

Singer-songwriter Ella Reid finds inspiration for her songs everywhere, and in everything. In high school, the Stillwater native was in the choir under Dr. Chris Johnson. At around the age

12/11/2024

Tomorrow, December 11, is your last day to submit to our Holiday Lights Contest! All entries must be submitted by midnight, with voting starting the 12th at 8 a.m. sharp! Let's see those lights shining proud for all to see!

12/05/2024

Hey, Press Pubs gang! There is one week left to enter our Holiday Lights Contest! Submit here at https://www.presspubs.com/holidaylights

11/22/2024

On Friday, Nov. 8, more than 60 high schoolers from North Lakes Academy in Forest Lake visited Osprey Wilds Environmental Learning Center in Sandstone as part of the Governor’s Deer Hunting Opener celebration. During their visit, students rotated through five stations focused on all things deer, including learning about animal tracking, bow hunting, chronic wasting disease and animal surveys. Students also got a chance to see a demonstration of DNR’s K-9 dogs at work to help detect fish and wildlife violations.

11/20/2024

Multiple exchange students in the Forest Lake Area School District are looking forward to all the experiences Minnesota, and the United States, has to offer them during the calendar school year.

Multiple exchange students in the Forest Lake Area School District are looking forward to all the experiences Minnesota, and the United States, has to offer them during the calendar school

11/13/2024

“They deserve it just as much as all of them,” said Liz Gigler, founder of Rescued Pets Are Wonderful (RPAW). RPAW began in 2004. It is a no-kill volunteer animal rescue organization that has foster homes all over the north metro area. It pulls unclaimed strays from local animal control facilities and shelters.

When most people are looking to adopt a pet, they want a healthy puppy or kitten. Many tend to shy away from senior pets or pets with severe medical health

11/07/2024

The Washington County Sheriff’s Office, Washington County SWAT, and Lakeview EMS responded to a domestic incident at approximately 10:45 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 26 at a residence in the 200 block of Wildwood Road, Willernie. According to the WCSO, a male at the residence was reportedly under the influence of controlled substances, acting erratic, and armed with knives.

The Washington County Sheriff’s Office, Washington County SWAT, and Lakeview EMS responded to a domestic incident at approximately 10:45 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 26 at a residence in the 200 block

11/02/2024

Hey everyone! It is time to set your blocks back one hour. Daylight savings end on Sunday, Nov. 3!

10/28/2024

The Marine Community Library will be hosting a Halloween Boo Bash from 5-8 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 31. There will be treats, spooky hand stamps, stick-on scary eyes, costumed hots and photo opportunities for visitors.

Halloween books will also be on display for kids to check out. For more information, go to marinecommunitylibrary.org. The Marine Community Library is located at 121 Judd St., Marine on St. Croix.

10/21/2024

Stillwater is known for its historic lift bridge and its downtown, but it is also famous for being home to some of the most haunted places in Minnesota. Sign up for a tour hosted by American Ghost Walks to learn the history behind these local haunts!

Stillwater is known for its historic lift bridge and its downtown, but it is also famous for being home to some of the most haunted places in Minnesota.

10/15/2024

There are many ways to vote in the Nov. 5 general election — voting early by mail, voting early in person or voting in person on Election Day. Information on registering to vote and voter rights can be found at WashingtonCountyMN.gov/Elections.

https://www.presspubs.com/citizen/news/washington-county-ready-for-voting-for-nov-5/article_b7144c7c-81bc-11ef-9bb9-4bb45e4df047.html

However, you can pre-register earlier if you are 16 or 17 years old. If you do pre-register, election officials will process your application so it will automatically register you on your 18th birthday.

10/14/2024

Keys Cafe Bar & Bakery is officially opened in Stillwater! The cafe serves breakfast and classic American fare, plus cookies and cakes. It is located at 1400 W. Frontage Road, Stillwater.

10/09/2024

As a young couple hoping to start a family in Lincoln, Nebraska, Karl and Angel Gutha never imagined themselves moving to the St. Croix Valley and founding a small business. But plans change.

As a young couple hoping to start a family in Lincoln, Nebraska, Karl and Angel Gutha never imagined themselves moving to the St. Croix Valley and founding a small business.

10/08/2024

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10/04/2024

Looking for something to do this weekend? The Rivertown Art Festival will be Oct. 5 and Oct. 6 at Lowell Park in Stillwater. This year, the festival will feature over 190 artists.

The Rivertown Art Festival will once again take over Lowell Park Saturday, Oct. 5, and Sunday, Oct. 6. The festival is one of the bigger art festivals in the Midwest.