Twin Cities East Metro Journal
Stories from the lake communities
Events, seasonal guides, and the little moments that make lake life in the Twin Cities worth living.
October 18, 2026
Stillwater's surveillance debate, and what's actually on the Oct 20 agenda
Flock cameras, the Urban SDK traffic-data contract, and the questions residents are still waiting to see answered at Stillwater's Oct 20 council meeting.
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September 22, 2026
Is Stillwater Safe? What the Flock Camera Debate Actually Tells Us
Stillwater's safety debate, separated into three layers: what the crime data shows, why people are talking about change now, and what the Flock cameras can and cannot do.
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September 14, 2026
Fall 2026 on the Lakes: A Neighbor's Week-by-Week Guide
Corn mazes, pumpkin patches, harvest festivals, and the DNR's color forecast: the neighborly rundown of autumn in the Twin Cities lake communities.
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August 31, 2026
What's Hiding Under the Paddle Board? The Late-Summer Life of Frogs on the Lake
Late August finds frogs around Minnesota lakes doing something perfectly sensible: looking for shade. Sometimes, that shade is underneath your paddle board.
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July 31, 2026
St. Croix Valley Boat Club — A Community Hub for Boating Enthusiasts
A welcoming community resource for anyone who loves boating on the St. Croix River — events, camaraderie, and river access for lake living enthusiasts.
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July 20, 2026
Lake Weed & Vegetation Removal in Minnesota Lakes — A Homeowner's Guide
Everything Minnesota lake homeowners need to know about aquatic vegetation removal: permits, mechanical harvesting, and treatments.
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July 3, 2026
Boat Safety This 4th of July — What Every Lake Life Boater Needs to Know
Practical tips for safe boating during the holiday — life jackets, fire prevention, and Minnesota boating laws every lake boater should know.
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