Shannon Granholm

After spending his entire law enforcement career in Columbia Heights, the new police chief says White Bear Lake’s small-town feel and the close-knit community drew him to the position.

WHITE BEAR LAKE — Benedictine Cerenity Senior Care, located at 1900 Webber Street, would like to expand its parking lot to alleviate staff from parking on the neighboring streets.

Her energy, work ethic, generosity and willingness to step up are some of the reasons why three key pillars of the community stepped up to nominate her for the Good

Each summer, Tim Sullivan has followed the clues, explored the parks and searched for the Golden Spike only to fall short.

It’s only fitting that the two who instilled a volunteer spirit in Sandy Espe Sorenson, the 2026 Volunteer of the Year, are recognized alongside their daughter.

Emil Schluender, a third grader at Lincoln Elementary, decided to enter the Manitou Days Button Contest this year for the first time, and his creation rose to the top.

Each summer, Tim Sullivan has followed the clues, explored the parks and searched for the Golden Spike only to fall short. After years of narrowing the gap between himself and

Dr. Jen Pratt (Krueger) was diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer in her leg, right before she turned 11. Going through her cancer journey, coupled with her Make-A-Wish

With one parade under our belt and these hot, humid temperatures, it sure feels like summer is here!

When local comedian Steve Windels was out of the country on his honeymoon, his friend and comedian Nate Hood stepped in to guest-host his comedy