Many of you know that we lost an invaluable community member earlier this year, Carol McFarlane. McFarlane lived her life with a commitment to...
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Senior Spotlight Students Dedicated To Uplifting Others
Each year, area schools nominate incoming seniors who stand out in a variety of ways. It’s a highlight of the year for our magazine staff as we get...
The Loon Whisperer of White Bear Lake
The Minnesota state bird is Ellen Maas’ lifelong passion. Loons have been a part of Ellen Maas’ life for as long as she can remember. The retired...
Life on the Road With Ad-Van-Tures Over 50
Tracey Tischler shares her van life adventures to inspire the over-50 crowd. Tracey Tischler is embracing life’s second half in a big way: on the...
Revival Parenting Shares New Perspectives on Childrearing
Amanda Carrara helps clients learn new ways to relate to their kids—and to their own childhoods. When Covid-19 hit in early 2020, most parents found...
“Disney on Ice: Magic in the Stars” Showcases Local Skater Sydney Berrier
White Bear Lake native returns to the Twin Cities to star as Raya from Raya and the Last Dragon. Professional figure skater Sydney Berrier is...
“You Go Girl” Podcast Brings Women Together
Lisa Najarian is on a mission to bring women together. Friendship is essential to wellness. It’s an idea that’s not lost on Grant resident Lisa...
Shining the Spotlight on Jessica Miehe
Health is integral to student success, and at White Bear Lake Area High School class of 2003 graduate Jessica Miehe, DNP, MSN, RN, PHN, oversees an...
White Bear Superintendent Talks Changes for the District
White Bear superintendent Wayne Kazmierczak, "Dr. K," previews changes ahead for White Bear Lake Area Schools. Even as the superintendent of a large...
Get To Know Your 2023 Senior Spotlight Students
Meet area students who are pursuing their passions and leading their peers. Each year, White Bear Lake Magazine asks administrators and staff at...
“Two is a Coincidence: Three is a Collection”
Retiree’s art collection takes shape and color. Settled in a colorful home in White Bear Lake, a 5-foot-tall ceramic giraffe sports a cigarette...
Three Cheers for These Community Volunteers
Meet the members of our Editorial Advisory Board. At White Bear Lake Magazine, we’re devoted to sharing stories that define our lakeside...
Meet Grant Committee Chair Laura Whitney
Spotlight on Community Each year, the Greater White Bear Lake Community Foundation hosts a community-wide program called Community Partners to raise...
NASA’s SpaceX Crew-5 Mission Sends White Bear Lake Native into Space
A White Bear Lake Area High School graduate is headed to space. On October 5, Josh Cassada (WBLAHS class of ‘91) and his crew blasted off from...
Cerenity Senior Care White Bear Lake Development Director Retires
Peg Black leaves a lasting legacy at Cerenity. When Peg Black’s youngest son went off to school in 1975, Black decided to get herself a job....
Local Teacher Is a Finalist for Minnesota Teacher of the Year Award
Matoska International educator selected as a finalist for 2022 Minnesota Teacher of the Year. Kendall Gonzalez always knew she wanted to teach. As I...
White Bear Lake Senior Spotlight 2022: Local Leaders
Meet the next generation of movers and shakers. Students are the leaders of tomorrow. And in an area chock-full of passionate leaders and...
Meet Community Booster Bill Foussard
Spotlight on Community Local legend Bill Foussard is a business owner and enthusiastic booster of our great community. From making sure we have...
A Community of Artists
White Bear Lake is a sea of creatives. In this artistic community, two of my favorite artists are Allen Christian and Mary Jane LaVigne. Known...
Glory Days
New band Luutsön creates a legacy. When asked how it feels to be making music with his fellow bandmates, Seth Bostrom says it’s one of his favorite...
