Maple Grove photo contest

Summertime in Minnesota offers plenty of opportunity to be outside; Mindy Gallagher of Maple Grove captured the essence of summer activity in her family’s backyard pool.

Last June, Gallagher’s daughters Laeney and Fiona, then ages 6 and 4, decided to try to swim across the pool holding hands the entire time. Gallagher snapped a photo in the late afternoon sun while the girls were making the trek, capturing a beautiful moment of sisterly teamwork. Read more about "Sister Swim” Photograph Takes 2nd Place in People Category

The month of April brings the notorious aspects of the spring season, such as
April Fool’s Day and rainy weather. But perhaps most important, it brings the
official start to baseball season. Baseball is truly America’s favorite pastime,
and for many Minnesotans, it is the best part of their spring and summer. It
provides the opportunity for players and sports fans of any age to come together
and make lasting memories. Tanya Cully of Maple Grove captured one of those
moments last June at her son’s baseball game. Read more about Tanya Cully’s Photo: Double Play