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Author: Jacob Parkinson

Jacob is a college student currently attending the University of Minnesota pursuing a career in communication.
Adi's Animal Adventures

Local Author Releases Second Children’s Book

February 20, 2024 Jacob Parkinson

West St. Paul resident Julie Schanke Lyford releases her second book, Adi’s Animal Adventure, which showcases the many aquatic animals at Heritage.

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The Ma Barker Gang

Criminal Neighbors: Ma Barker’s Gang Made West St. Paul Home

January 17, 2024 Jacob Parkinson

On Jan. 17, 1934, the infamous Ma Barker Gang kidnapped wealthy banker Edward Bremer, a heist planned while they lived on Robert Street in West St. Paul.

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Echo Chico

Green Parenting Made Easy: Eco Chico’s Resale Kids Clothing

October 16, 2023 Jacob Parkinson

Eco Chico is a sustainable kids clothing resale and consignment boutique opening in Signal Hills.

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Illustration of Adi looking at a list.

Local Author Launches Second Book With an Animal Adventure

April 20, 2023 Jacob Parkinson

Award-winning local author Julie Schanke Lyford is raising support for her newest children’s book, Adi’s Animal Adventure, on Kickstarter.

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