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NORTH is a home, style, and life real estate magazine serving the Northland.

07/28/2025

Rice Lake’s own Kenny “Kung Fu Kenny” Bednarek returned to his high school alma mater—armed not just with Olympic medals, but with a heart for the community. Last October, the school celebrated "Kenny Bednarek Day" in his honor: a packed gym, heartfelt thanks to his coaches, and powerful words of encouragement for students.

From breaking state records on the track to winning Olympic silver in the 200m in both Tokyo and Paris, Kenny’s story is deeply rooted in Rice Lake, Wisconsin. But what stands out even more? This hometown hero never forgets his roots.

Learn more about Kenny’s story on page 144 of our Summer Issue—link in bio to view the digital version for free!

07/24/2025

We’re feeling the love—thank you for supporting stories that celebrate life in the North.

If you love stunning photography, stories about Northern life, and discovering hidden gems across our region—NORTH Magazine is for you.

Don’t miss the next issue! Subscribe today at the link in our bio. 🔗

07/21/2025

As summer in the North is in full swing, there is still a loss felt from the legendary Lutsen Lodge. For generations, it was a beloved getaway for families, hikers, skiers, and anyone seeking the quiet beauty of the North Shore.

Although it’s been over a year since the lodge burned down in a fire, the memories live on in every story told, every photo saved, and every heart that called it home for a weekend (or a lifetime).

But there’s hope on the horizon! Plans are underway to rebuild Lutsen Lodge using its original architectural design, preserving the spirit of the place that meant so much to so many.

07/18/2025

Mike Tester has been with us since the beginning—his illustrations brought our premiere and winter issues to life, and now he’s back in our summer issue with Home of the Hodag, a story set deep in the lore of Rhinelander, Wisconsin.

From city streets to cryptid legends, Mike’s work captures the magic of North like no one else. On his website, he states: “What I enjoy most about this process is sketching places and things with meaning and power, seeing them in new ways the more I look. There are so many details and so many ways to draw a scene.”

Swipe through to see a few of his creations! You can check out his other work at .

07/07/2025

Meet Charlie Berens, Danielle Thralow, Mary Mack, and Maria Bamford — the artists putting the North on the comedy map. Their specialty? Being able to craft “characters and stories that feel both uniquely northern and somehow familiar to everyone”.

Check out their spotlight in our Summer issue and scan the QR codes for a good laugh!

Written by: Alyssa Ford

Photography by: , Gavin Glen, , and

07/03/2025

“The first thing you want to see when you open the door to your lake home isn’t a great room with high ceilings, it’s an unobstructed view of the water. After all, the lake is the entertainment and the view, the art installation. Which is why a lake needs two facades — one with curb appeal and the other showcasing the appeal of lake living.”

Keep reading to learn more about the cabin created by the talented team of .architecture , , and on page 38 of our new Summer issue — link in bio! 🔗

Written by: Nancy Monroe | .weingartner.50
Photography by:

07/01/2025

How’s this for a forested getaway? “Elevated on piers and with a minimal footprint, these cabins were thoughtfully designed to blend in with the topography. Each 1,400-square-foot cabin comfortably sleeps up to 10 guests, including a loft, custom bunk beds, and a private patio off the primary bedroom-with floor-to-ceiling windows facing north and south for privacy, you’d think your group has Superior National Forest all to yourselves.”

Keep reading about this Superior Forest Hideaway on page 60 of our Summer Issue— link in our bio! 🔗

Written by:

Photography:

06/26/2025

Presenting the winners of our annual Made in the North Awards! Our team sought out and tested locally-made products in seven award categories: Home, Food, Drink, Art, Health & Beauty, Outdoors, and Jewelry. Here’s to the creativity and skill of artisans in our region!

Home: Custom-Designed Wallpaper .danielson.art

Food:

Drink:

Art: Susan Strong Botanical Art

Health & Beauty: Presque Isle Whipped Sugar Scrub

Outdoors:

Jewelry:

Photography by:

06/19/2025

When you need a break from the busyness of life, look no further than Destination Kohler, “an all-season lifestyle haven with offerings unmatched in the Midwest”. Enjoy these exclusive images, and check out the full story at the link in our bio! 🔗

Writer: Julie Ann Kubat
Photography: Kohler Co.

06/16/2025

Nothing captures the magic of the North quite like cabin life. Here are some exclusive pictures of the bunkhouse and rock island, mentioned in “Burntside Retreat”— one of the articles in our newly-released summer issue!

Read the full story at the link in our bio! 🔗

Writer: Michelle Krueger
Photography:

06/11/2025

Exciting news! NORTH’s Summer 2025 Issue is officially HERE!

Enjoy captivating stories, stunning photography, and exclusive features about life in the North. Dive into the sections of DWELL, EXPERIENCE, CULTURE, and THRIVE, and get inspired by the people, places, and experiences that elevate the North—with interactive QR codes along the way.

The digital version is now available on our website, click the link below!

https://www.northmagazine.com/2025-sumer-issue

06/05/2025

We had to post one more...

Grateful for this crew who helped bring the magic to our Ice Cream Social and Summer Issue launch!

Huge thanks to Maria Fierek of Lulu Collective for opening up her stunning lakeside space and designing the gorgeous florals, and to Annie Carmichael of Crank & Dasher for dreaming up exclusive NORTH ice cream flavors that were the hit of the night.

Here’s to more sweet summer moments ahead — with amazing collaborators by our side.

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