The Wonder Spotlight
The Wonder Spotlight shines a light on the people, businesses, events, history, and stories that make the Big Sandy Lake region and surrounding communities unique. From local news and community milestones to hidden gems and hometown traditions, discover the stories that connect and celebrate life in northern Minnesota.
Cooper Geyen's recipe chosen as MERC 2027 pizza
Self-feeding Swayne Robinson press produces 68 bales during two days of demonstrations
A name rooted in McGregor’s history helped lead Sue Ashwood to victory in the first-ever Wild Rice Days Culinary Contest.
After nearly a decade of service as Cromwell’s mayor, Sharon Zelazny will have a special place of honor during this year’s Cromwell Harvest Festival as the 2026 Grand Marshal.
After nearly two decades of searching, researching and making the Wild Rice Days Medallion hunt a family tradition, Helen Olson finally solved the mystery — with only four of the five clues.
Floodwood Fair Celebrates Community, Crowns Queen
A lifetime of family, friendship, farming and firefighting
Sunshine Acres 4-H Club Shines at Carlton County Fair
Beat the heat in the youth and adult frozen t-shirt contests & New Wild Rice Days Event Brings Kids’ Scavenger Hunt right after the Parade