The Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce announced three new members to the Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors: Sarah Jesperson, Nathan …
Tyler Rohr, DDS will soon be offering dental services to the community of Woodbury at his new office, City’s Edge Dental Care, 4021 Benjamin D…
Dr. Todd Stivland, CEO and founder of Bluestone Physician Services, was recognized as a Notable Hero in Healthcare by Twin Cities Business on …
Lake St. Croix Beach — Jana Soiseth was already running one business, Mod & Company, a marketing firm, along with her husband when she bec…
John Yanish, an attorney from Stillwater was elected to serve a three-year term on the National Alliance on Mental Illness Minnesota Board of …
As the year comes to a close, what began in mid-March as cooperative crisis action planning between St. Croix Valley Foundation, United Way St…
The Greater Stillwater Chamber will start selling Commerce Chamber Bucks as part of a gift-certificate program to support Stillwater area busi…
Youth Service Bureau’s Board of Directors announce that Michael Huntley, M.A., LP, was selected as the next executive director.
First State Bank and Trust appointed of Monica Weekes and Ryan Cari to its Board of Directors.
Cub Foods, based in Stillwater, is one of 18 companies statewide to be recognized for its efforts to end hunger in their communities through t…
The Minnesota Craft Brewers Guild is moving its popular “Brewed in Minnesota” State Fair exhibit online this fall.
Even though the school year is in flux due to the pandemic, Valley Self-Defense co-owner Peter Eisenberg believes that it’s even more importan…
At the end of an arduous four-year process to open the business of their dreams, Christie Wanderer and Andrew Mosiman are ready to mark the oc…
Workers began the demolition of the former Shorty’s Dry Cleaners on Tuesday, July 21. The city of Stillwater purchased the building for $900,0…
A trip to the Minnesota State Fair isn’t complete without a few key treats – cheese curds, a Pronto Pup or an ear of sweet corn – but for beer…
It’s not your imagination – downtown Stillwater does seem busy weekdays and weekends. With more people looking to stay close to home this summ…
Gov. Tim Walz approved plans June 25 to distribute $841 million in federal coronavirus aid to cities and counties across Minnesota, along with…
Shopping and eating local is easily accomplished at the Stillwater Farmers Market, which opened earlier this month with some modest adjustment…
The Minnesota Ready coalition — a group of nearly 60 business organizations throughout Minnesota — asked Governor Tim Walz in a letter June 1…
If you want to drink at a bar or restaurant in Stillwater, get ready to sit outside. For a business area blessed with many outdoor patios and …
After 19 years of serving up delicious steaks, burgers, chops, ribs, seafood and ice-cold craft beer in Forest Lake, Norman Quack’s has expand…
Sara Morrison has been named as the new general manager of the River Market Community Co-op. In less than a year, the River Market has an enti…
After waiting through winter and a later than normal opening day, customers lined up nearly an hour before Nelson’s Ice Cream opened for the s…
The 28th Annual 2020 Saint Croix Valley Pottery Tour will not be taking place in Minnesota at the seven host studios this year. After much dis…
Residents in the Stillwater Area School District will see school spirit celebrated in May.
It will be a quiet summer in Stillwater this year.
‘We’re Open’ resource launches on APG websites
It was Mara Crombie's dream to open a coffee shop, but realizing that dream has been far from easy.
As reported case of COVID-19 grow exponentially in Minnesota, healthcare providers are bracing for the coming weeks to overwhelm hospital and …
Staff and members of Watermark Church in Stillwater are coming up with unique ways to serve the community during this period of distancing.
Valley Bookseller in downtown Stillwater is letting people know: even though we should distance ourselves from others to prevent the spread of…
Before Governor Tim Walz ordered the closure of bars and restaurants 5 p.m. March 17, the staff at the Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce …
HealthPartners announced March 18 that it is taking additional steps related to identification, treatment and safety of patients, care teams a…
A restaurant that opened this past week in Lake Elmo promises to bring something a little different to the table.
The Gazette and staff received five awards at the Minnesota Newspaper Association Better Newspaper Contest. The Gazette competes against other…
With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, many area businesses are offering special events and deals on Feb. 14 or over the weekend. They include:
Sara Jespersen, owner of the recently opened Lumberjack Axe Throwing Bar at 123 Second St. N., is all about creating engaging experiences.
Seven restaurants in downtown Stillwater are participating in the 2020 Best Burger in the Valley, an annual competition and fundraiser held by…
The Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce hosted a 45th Anniversary ribbon cutting for long-time member Joseph’s Restaurant on Dec. 6. The ev…
A local chocolate artist received high marks at an international chocolate competition.
As shoppers gear up for Black Friday, the Main Street Stillwater Independent Business Alliance reminds them to support local, independently ow…
HealthPartners announced Nov. 6 plans to close its retail pharmacies in early 2020. The closure includes 30 retail pharmacies located within H…
Administration of the Stillwater Area Public Schools is preparing to roll out a new way of helping high school students select elective course…
This past summer, St. Croix Preparatory Academy students Ben Silvernale and Arian Tomar received sponsorships to participate in a week-long su…
A clubhouse for owners or lovers of rare and classic cars is coming to Oak Park Heights.
A cornerstone in downtown Stillwater will soon close up for good. Northern Vineyards Winery will shutter its doors Nov. 3.
A home destroyed by fire in Oak Park Heights will soon be given a new life and a new family.
Ice Castles, LLC, the Utah-based event company that builds sculptural castles from ice, may return to Downtown Stillwater this winter — only i…
by Jim Boyle
As Minnesota hurtles through the uncharted territory of alarming coronavirus spread, record hospitalizations and deaths from the virus, it’s t…
The Anoka Armory is offering free, “no barrier” COVID-19 testing.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz plans to announce new COVID-19 restrictions on Wednesday that will shut down indoor dining at bars and restaurants, cl…
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The Elk River Area School District is moving the rest of its system — K-5 and early childhood programming — to distance learning starting Dec. 1.
More than 200 Soldiers and Airmen from the Minnesota National Guard have been activated to support the state’s COVID-19 response efforts. This…
Minnesota bars and restaurants must stop serving at 10 p.m. and attendance at weddings, funeral and social gatherings will be limited under ne…
Minnesota’s secretary of state said Thursday it’s too late for voters to mail back their absentee ballots if they want to make sure their vote…
Together Elk River Spirit Week kicked off with Make a Difference Monday on Aug. 24.
The Minnesota State High School League has decided to move football and volleyball to spring, while other fall sports will remain in the fall,…
Gov. Tim Walz is requiring Minnesotans to wear face masks to try to slow the spread of the coronavirus.
Officials have a short window to distribute CARES Act money to residents, families and businesses hit hard by COVID-19
District 728 continues to plan for multiple scenarios while waiting for further direction from state leaders
by Jim Boyle
The Minnesota Senate voted June 12 to end Governor Walz’s peacetime emergency powers relative to the COVID pandemic. If the House agrees, it w…
Those seeking to open for patio dining can work with city administration on free permits for patio expansions
News release from the office of Gov. Tim Walz and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan:
I wanted to share with you my perspective as a small business owner during these unprecedented times.
Class of 2020 Elk River High School student serves as grand marshal for parade of family, friends and quilters
St. Paul, Minn. – The Great Minnesota Get-Together will not be held in 2020. This was announced today following a meeting of the board of mana…
New program includes grants, microloans for businesses shut down by executive orders to help them endure, rebound
The Elk River City Council decided at its May 18 meeting to indefinitely postpone Elk RiverFest planned for Saturday, July 4, in light of the …
The gold-speckled hawk cut through the still air and landed on the lowest limb of a maple tree, a fixture that was still unfurling its leafy c…
by Joni Astrup
Gov. Tim Walz said Wednesday that bars and restaurants may reopen June 1 for outdoor dining, with salons and barbershops also allowed to resum…
The 2020 Sherburne County Fair is being cancelled due to COVID-19.
The Elk River City Council unanimously approved a resolution on May 18 urging Gov. Tim Walz to allow all businesses to re-open.
Great River Regional Library buildings may be closed, but the library continues to offer services.
Another 22 Minnesotans have died of COVID-19, state health officials reported Sunday, bringing the death toll from the pandemic to 722.
FAQ: Getting Tested for COVID-19
Dozens say happy 85th birthday to Tarz Peterson
Change in educational format during pandemic creates issues of equity, access and hardship for many
Gov. Tim Walz has directed all flags at state and federal buildings in Minnesota to be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Tuesday, …
by Jim Boyle
Community Aid Elk River collected 3,100 pounds of food and $1,100 in cash on May 9 during a drive and drop effort in absence of the Stamp Out …
Governor Walz Announces Next Phase of COVID-19 Response in Minnesota
Associated Press
The Elk River Area School District is moving the rest of its system — K-5 and early childhood programming — to distance learning starting Dec. 1.
More than 200 Soldiers and Airmen from the Minnesota National Guard have been activated to support the state’s COVID-19 response efforts. This…
Minnesota bars and restaurants must stop serving at 10 p.m. and attendance at weddings, funeral and social gatherings will be limited under ne…
Minnesota’s secretary of state said Thursday it’s too late for voters to mail back their absentee ballots if they want to make sure their vote…
Together Elk River Spirit Week kicked off with Make a Difference Monday on Aug. 24.
The Minnesota State High School League has decided to move football and volleyball to spring, while other fall sports will remain in the fall,…
Gov. Tim Walz is requiring Minnesotans to wear face masks to try to slow the spread of the coronavirus.
Officials have a short window to distribute CARES Act money to residents, families and businesses hit hard by COVID-19
District 728 continues to plan for multiple scenarios while waiting for further direction from state leaders
by Jim Boyle
The Minnesota Senate voted June 12 to end Governor Walz’s peacetime emergency powers relative to the COVID pandemic. If the House agrees, it w…