The city of Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota is a mid-sized suburb that is uniquely situated just 10 miles straight south of downtown Saint Paul and about 25 miles southeast of downtown Minneapolis. The city’s nearly 35,000 residents enjoy the benefits of living near these larger cities while also enjoying substantial rural areas within the city… Read more »

In 1852, pioneers staked claims in an area known as Inver Grove. Attracted by the area’s rolling green hills of the countryside and the close proximity to the Mississippi River, these settlers from Ireland and Germany quickly established a community. Those of Irish descent clustered their farms along what is now Rich Valley Boulevard. Settlers… Read more »

Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota is a suburban city in Dakota County situated on the west bank of the Mississippi River.  The community is only a 10-minute drive directly south of downtown St Paul, about 26 minutes from downtown Minneapolis, 17 minutes to the internationally famous Mall of America, and 15 minutes to the St. Paul/Minneapolis… Read more »

Inver Grove Heights has an outstanding system of parks.  Over its 30 square mile area, the city has 27 parks.  Whether you are looking for a great trail, playground, volleyball or tennis court, disc golf, mountain biking, or fishing, the City of Inver Grove Heights Parks system has it. The city is dedicated to keeping… Read more »

Inver Grove Heights area schools are excellent. Most of the city of Inver Grove Heights is served by Independent School District 199. The District operates five schools in the city: Simley High School, Inver Grove Heights Middle School, Hilltop Elementary, Pine Bend Elementary, and Salem Hills Elementary. Salem Hills Elementary is also home to Atheneum… Read more »

The city of Arden Hills, Minnesota primarily belongs to Independent School District (ISD) 621, or the Mounds View School District. A small section of the city is located in ISD 623, the Roseville School District. Despite being in school districts based out of the neighboring cities, the city of Arden Hills is home to an… Read more »

Arden Hills, Minnesota is home to 14 city parks, all of which are home to great amenities. The city of Arden Hills is also home to many Ramsey County county and regional parks. A few of the Arden Hills Parks include: Tony Schmidt Regional Park:  The Tony Schmidt Regional Park is located on Lake Johanna in… Read more »

Arden Hills, Minnesota has a population of 9,700 within ten square miles of residential, industrial, and commercial land. Arden Hills is located within Ramsey County. It borders the cities of Mounds View, Shoreview, and Roseville. Bordering such commercial and residential areas only bolsters Arden Hills economy and great residential life. Being only 15 minutes from… Read more »

Prior to it becoming a city, the area that is now Arden Hills was a popular recreational area.  Lake Johanna and Lake Josephine were popular were the hot spots for these recreational activities. They were popular with fisherman, swimmers, boaters, families on picnics, and outdoor lovers. In 1906, state senator Joseph Hackey bought a land… Read more »

The city of Arden Hills, Minnesota is home a peaceful and dynamic community. Located northeast of the city of Minneapolis, Arden Hills offers a wide array of amenities as an outer-ring suburb. Residents of the city enjoy the numerous events, amenities, and employment opportunities that the city provides. The following article will provide a brief… Read more »

The city of New Brighton, Minnesota takes pride in its extensive network of parks and trails. Ranging from large regional parks to small neighborhood playgrounds, New Brighton offers something for everyone. With a wide array of amenities, residents enjoy year-round activity. Some of the most notable parks include: Totem Pole Park: Totem Pole Park contains… Read more »

New Brighton is a small suburb northeast of Minneapolis that border Interstate 35 West. Its population is just above 21,000, making it smaller than its surrounding cities like Roseville. Being only 15 minutes away from Minneapolis, New Brighton has great access to the many amenities Minneapolis has to offer. But rest assured, many amenities are… Read more »

New Brighton, Minnesota has a population of close of 23,000 residents who live within its seven square mile city limits. The city is located within Ramsey County. Because of its location, New Brighton is mainly a residential suburb of the Twin Cities. Neighboring the cities of Mounds View, Arden Hills, and Columbia Heights, New Brighton… Read more »

New Brighton, Minnesota is part of St. Anthony-New Brighton School District, or school district 282. The mission of this district is to educate, prepare, and inspire a community of lifelong learners that will make an impact on the world. They are committed to the success of all learners. The district enrolls over 1,700 students at… Read more »

New Brighton, Minnesota, is a city with a young feel that is almost a century old. Similar to many of the cities in the metro areas of the state, New Brighton was initially inhabited by Native Americans. The main two groups were the Dakota and the Ojibwe, and their main goal was to harvest treks…. Read more »