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Emma Woodhouse (Sasha McCauley) and Mr. Knightley (Lex Hidlebaugh) interact on the set for "Emma: A Pop Musical" at Park High. The drama debuts April 25 at 7:00 pm.

Park High Theater to present ‘Emma’ A Pop Musical’

Jane Austen’s hit novel “Emma” is coming to Park High Theater.  First published in 1815 and reimagined for Broadway in 2017, the stage production makes its local debut April 25 …

Redesign Open House for Park Grove Library project on April 28

See initial drawings and ideas for a redesigned Park Grove Library at a project open house on Monday, April 28 from 6 to 7 p.m. The open house at Park Grove Library (7900 Hemingway Ave S, Cottage …

Pinewood Derby brings speed, smiles and community to Hastings Middle School

The cafeteria at Hastings Middle School buzzed with energy on the morning of April 12 as Cub Scouts from Packs 9278 and 9444 gathered for one of Scouting’s most cherished traditions, the …

Community Collaboration Committee discusses district’s strategic plan

On Tuesday, April 8, the ISD 200 School Board hosted a Community Collaboration Committee meeting to discuss the latest draft of the district’s strategic plan. Built from data collected in the …

Jose Miranda crosses the plate after hitting a 434-foot homerun in the Saints opening day game against the Guardians AAA team, the Columbus Clippers.

Saints hit 3 homeruns, win 8-1 on opening day

The Saint Paul Saints won their home opener on Saturday evening defeating the Columbus Clippers at CHS Field in St. Paul’s Lowertown by a score of 8-1. We can all breathe a sigh of relief; …

New River Falls Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau CEO Rosa Magnus introduced herself, thanking the gathering at the State of the Chamber breakfast, sponsored by the River Falls Area Chamber of Commerce, on Thursday, April 10 at Westwind Supper Club.

River Falls Chamber celebrates community, vision at ‘State of the Chamber’ breakfast

The River Falls Area Chamber of Commerce hosted its second annual State of the Chamber breakfast on Thursday, April 10, 2025, at the West Wind Supper Club, bringing together local business leaders, …

Public Health Director presents on county’s frozen grant funding

ELLSWORTH — Federal grant funding is up in the air for Pierce County Public Health as county leaders look to plan for what is to come. “I emailed all of you last week that we had had …

O-W Prom Court 2025

The Owen-Withee Prom was held at Munson Bridge Winery on Saturday, April 12. Prom court members were: Kendall Mueller, Gavin Sowieja-Kayhart, Madi Mueller, Jack Wendler, Raleigh Mueller (Jr. …

The O-W Area Chamber holds another successful Business Expo

On Saturday, April 5, the Owen-Withee Area Chamber of Commerce held their annual Business Expo with approximately 30 vendors and over 300 people stopping in to visit. A breakfast was prepared by Troy …
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The financial cost of autism management: Navigating expenses and resources

Rula breaks down the high cost of autism care and how it can be a significant barrier for people who need support.

What it takes to be middle class in America

SmartAsset calculated the middle-class income ranges for 100 major U.S. cities and all 50 states based on the latest data.

How to find and contact influencers on Instagram, YouTube, TikTok (and more)

CreatorDB points out that not all influencer partnerships deliver results, and knowing how to find and approach the right influencers is a must-have skill for modern marketers.

Living well for less: 10 affordable alternatives to America's expensive metros

MakeMyMove focuses on an emerging trend that favors balance over bustle for families, remote workers, and retirees alike who are setting their sights on smaller cities and rural communities where the cost of living is significantly lower and the quality of life often higher.

How long does it take to build business credit?

Brex examines a timeline for building business credit—from application to maturity, providing practical insights for entrepreneurs at every stage, whether launching a new venture or seeking to strengthen an existing credit profile.

The 2025 State of the Graduate: What New Grads Want and Won’t Settle For

(BPT) - Graduation season is here, and if you're a soon-to-be or recent grad, job hunting is likely at the top of your to-do list. Will you land a role quickly? Will it pay enough to cover rent and …