Inside scoop: Connellys announce retirement
An iconic local diner announced its closure due to owners retiring following 40 years in the business.
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'Interconnectedness, oneness, strength, protection, life and growth': Artist Paul Johnson shares story behind mural revealed at Friendship Festival
Artist in Pelican Rapids makes large mural embracing the diverse community.
Event as planned for local protesters: Walz emphasizes safety
After assassination attempt on state officials, local protest still held in Fergus Falls.
Out of the water: Paul Shol takes on the race of a lifetime
Paul Shol trains to run portage marathon and break world record in event.
Midwest Mixtape : weekly column
From where we stand
Weekly op-ed piece about the meaning of point-of-view.
Talking to a Beach Boy: Interview with Mike Love
Weekly op-ed piece I did after interviewing the legendary member of The Beach Boys, Mike Love.
Absolute cinematic perfection
Weekly op-ed piece about the evolution of movies in my life.
Kids are not a currency for freedom
Weekly op-ed piece after I visited Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis following the school shooting that claimed the lives of two students.
Rairdon remembered series
Rairdon remembered 40 years later: 'This just doesn't happen here'
1 of 4: The abduction of Sarah Rairdon in Underwood, Minn. in 1985 is retold by those who were there from the beginning.
Rairdon remembered 40 years later: Married to a monster
2 of 4: The complexity of the Rairdon family and how the abduction of Sarah changed everything.
Rairdon remembered 40 years later: The sins of her father
3 of 4: When Sarah Rairdon's tragic fate was discovered, it took the small community of Underwood by surprise.
Rairdon remembered 40 years later: Friendship never forgotten
4 of 4: In spite of the difficult life and cruel ending to Sarah's story, her friends remember her fondly 40 years after her abduction and death.
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Once-in-a-lifetime friend, once-in-a-lifetime man: Gary Spies leaves immeasurable impact on Fergus Falls community
Local businessman Gary Spies brought opportunities and kindness to the community of Fergus Falls.
Continuing to bring Jacob's Hope: Co-authors Wetterling and Baker visit Barrett
Patty Wetterling shares the story of her son's abduction and the years of mystery that followed.
From anonymous nomination to White House celebration: Valentine recognized as National Rural Innovator
Rural artist Nancy Valentine invited to White House to celebrate her work.
Community remembers Cadence Hartman's kindness as they prepare to say goodbye
A young life cut short in a traffic accident and the community that embraced his legacy.
Magazine articles
Memories on the water
Friends make New Year's resolution to go kayaking once a month and have continued to honor that.
Unexpected connections: Janet Bolstad discovers WWII family history thanks to social media
A local woman finds out her family had strong historical ties in Norway.
Guiding the lost back home: Jenna Kavenagh gives hope from experience
A young mom finds her footing after addiction and helps others who are are where she was.
Alternative transportation: Automobiles aside
Work done for docuseries "Change Happens" about climate change and transportation.