Lake Minnetonka Magazine

08/21/2026

"Hannah is defined by her exceptional character and a leadership style rooted in integrity and inclusivity," Shane Stafford, debate coach at The Blake School, writes in his Senior Spotlight nomination for Hannah Bubb. Learn more about Hannah, who is a debate champion and has attended the Harvard Debate Camp, here.

We are pleased to feature this year’s Senior Spotlight students in our annual review of local high schoolers, making an impact on their

08/20/2026

Natalie Allesee’s handmade Herb Laminated Tagliatelle features a chèvre beurre blanc sauce and maitake mushrooms, and is topped with sorrel—this is one type of dish she offers through her business, Rowan & Dough. Through her business, the Minnetonka native offers private dining, meal preparation and cooking classes.

Rowan & Dough helps families beat the at-home dinner rush. Say goodbye to the lazy, hazy days of summer when schedules run a bit loose and

08/19/2026

For Minnetonka local Molly DePrekel, her rescue dog Mariah proved to defy her label of "untrainable." And although Mariah passed in 2013, her story lives on in DePrekel's book, "Mariah's Way," which frames her story as a healing tool for foster and adoptive children.

The book frames one dog’s story as a healing tool for foster and adoptive children. By the time Molly DePrekel adopted Mariah—a 10-month-old

08/18/2026

For over 10 years, Jenny Bodurka has dedicated her efforts toward Minnetonka Community Education, having served as its director for the past two. This year, she was recognized by LERN with a Top Community Educator Award.

Growing up, Jenny Bodurka was heavily involved in school activities and her community, inspiring her career path. For 11 years, Bodurka has dedicated her efforts toward Minnetonka Community Education (MCE). […]

08/17/2026

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08/14/2026

Jack Errington of Minnetonka High School is an "exceptional communicator and a natural leader," says school counselor Theresa Exenberger, who nominated Chloe for this year's Senior Spotlight feature article. Learn more about Jack here: https://lakeminnetonkamag.com/senior-spotlight-students-bookmark-their-important-moments/

08/13/2026

Mark your calendars! Wayzata's Sunday Music in the Park concerts are back on August 16 and 23 on the Great Lawn near Lake Street. Find all the details here.

Relish summer evenings with music on the Great Lawn. For years, the City of Wayzata and the Parks and Trails Board have teamed up to bring

08/12/2026

“The light was perfect, and it seemed like summer in a photo,” Amy Frye says of her award-winning photo, noting that she took the image as she looked toward the fishing dock at Deephaven Beach. Learn more about the photo and submit your pictures to the Lens on Lake Minnetonka photo contest here.

Capturing the essence of a hot summer day along Lake Minnetonka with the spirit of childhood is what drew our photo contest panel to this image taken by Amy Frye, […]

08/11/2026

Providence Academy alum Maddyn Green might be known for her talents on the basketball court—but she also excels on the soccer field and the race track. Learn more about Greenway, a University of Kentucky Wildcat, here: https://lakeminnetonkamag.com/going-beyond-buckets-maddyn-greenway/

08/10/2026

For Jill and Troy Zangs, their home is more than just a residence—"it’s a place layered with decades of memories, thoughtfully reimagined for a new generation," writes Maura Keller. Step into the Zangs' home, which honors their legacy of lake life, here.

Thoughtful design honors a family’s legacy of lake life living. Some homes are more than structures; they are chapters in a family’s story.