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Regional Arts

A woman in a turquoise shirt holds a piece of stained glass while she sits at a table surrounded by other pieces of art.

Remarkable Artists Open Their Houston County Studios for Regional Art Tour

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Poetry | “Love…” In Springtime

A young child wearing a blue sweatshirt stand next to the trunk of a large maple tree. On the side of the tree is a silver metal bar holding a blue clear plastic bag that is half filled with clear maple sap. The sunshine peeks behind the tree and across the brown woods in early spring.

Essay | Maple Syrup–A Homesteading Tradition

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Profile | Joan Finnegan’s Dream Was Always to Be a Painter

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Artist Creating New Life in Southeastern Minnesota

A man in a brown shirt and woman in a light blue sweater stand in front of dark green cabinets and small pieces of art.

Art Center Serves as a Hub for Winona Artists and Community

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On His Own Terms: The Writing Life of Tom Driscoll

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Telling Stories Through Photos

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Essay | A Big Woods Snow Day

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Lanesboro Talking Trail

2024 artists, above, are among those recognized in Root River Current's series exploring the arts and artists in the greater Root River Valley region. (Root River Current photos)

Celebrating Regional Arts & Artists!

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Essay | Setbacks Are the Norm on My Small Farm

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