The Loon Lake Cemetery was active for just fifty years, but a single myth reshaped its memory. We trace the records, names, and lives behind the legend.

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Visit The Jackson County Historical Society in Lakefield, Minnesota. And consider making a gift to power their outstanding programs and scholarships.

Guests: Nick Riordan, Director of The Jackson County Historical Society

What do bike trails, an art center, and (several!) clean water projects have in common? A group of locals who rolled up their sleeves four decades ago.

Explore some of our favorite community projects supported by the Foundation on our blog.

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Love Okoboji? So do we. Visit The Okoboji Foundation’s website and follow them on Facebook to see how locals and lake lovers are making a difference—together.

Guests: Tom Bedell, Entrepreneur and Co-Founder of The Okoboji Foundation

Sue Richter, First President of The Okoboji Foundation

Mindy Gress, President of The Okoboji Foundation

Ali Schmitz, Administrative Director of The Okoboji Foundation

Mark and Polly Peterson, Former Board Chairs

Holly Skopec, Co-Creator of Youth in Philanthropy

For over a century, one lakeside store has stood at the crossroads of East and West Lake Okoboji. In this episode, we trace the history of The Okoboji Store, the families whose stories are built into its walls, and what it reveals about how this place has changed—and what’s stayed the same.

Explore photos from every era of The Okoboji Store on our blog.

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Visit The Okoboji Store this summer! And follow them on Instagram and Facebook for the latest events. (Psst... Get the Store Burger or the Walleye Sandwich when you visit.)

Guests: Jill Little, member of The Wilson Family

Alex Ewen, member of The Wilson Family

Julie Andres and Susan Mau, Co-Owners of The Okoboji Store