Laura Bradshaw

The Great Minnesota Get-Together starts on Thursday of this week. Unofficially marking the end of summer and back to school.

FREE! Free is good and a lot more affordable than not free. And when there is a show that was supposed to happen, but due to uncontrollable

I get to speak with the Tri-County Humane Society every week about a featured adoptable pet that is available.

Apollo is a 40-pound mixed breed waiting at TriCounty Humane Society who'd rather be outside playing than stuck in a kennel. He's great with kids and other dogs, loves being read to by children in the Book Buddies program.

We have come to the time of year when all the schools and colleges are almost back in session. Actually, some schools have already started, and some will wait until after Labor Day.

ack-to-school season brings more foot traffic around St. Cloud State and local schools, but pedestrians crossing between parked cars and ignoring crosswalks are creating hazardous situations. Low light and distraction make those morning and evening trips especially risky.

Back-to-school season brings more foot traffic around St. Cloud State and local schools

Instacart and same day service to help you out with all of your party and celebrations. And here is the kicker - they deliver!

Costco now delivers its made-to-order cakes and party platters same day through Instacart, giving busy folks a real shortcut when time's tight.

Does this seem too early? I know that Summer is winding down, it's back to school season and people are already thinking about Fall, Halloween, and some Oktoberfest and Fall type festivals.