The cinnamon buns were still warm, and the coffee had just started to cool. Edna sat at her usual spot, one eyebrow raised, the latest Gull Lake 2035 editorial open on her phone. Earl was already halfway through his second bun, and Mabel had brought her own mug from home—enamel, chipped, and loyal. “I read Part Two,” Edna said, not looking up. “The one about what we’ve actually built.” Earl puffed out his chest. “You mean the sewer lines and the lagoon? Smells like progres

Autumn House announced on its Facebook page this week that it will be creating a Memorial Wall to honor loved ones from Gull Lake and surrounding communities who have passed on. Each plaque, engraved with a name and dates, will serve as a lasting tribute — a reminder of the people who shaped the lives of families across Gull Lake and its neighboring communities. Every brick of Autumn House carries a story. Once the Gull Lake Community Hospital, this building has been a place

A three‑part look at our past, present, and future In Part One, we explored the vision that has carried Gull Lake forward—from the resilience of our early days to the opportunities we see on the horizon. But vision alone isn’t enough. Every generation has had to do the hard work of building in the present. This second installment, What We Build Together, takes a closer look at the choices and commitments that shape our community. Through three chapters—T he Past, The Present,

The mugs were steaming, the frost clung to the diner windows, and the talk at Coffee Row was as lively as ever. Outside, Gull Lake was waking up slow and steady. Inside, the regulars had already settled in — coats draped over chairs, boots drying by the heater, and the scent of cinnamon buns drifting between sips of coffee. This week, the crew had plenty to chew on: a Jail & Bail fundraiser that raised nearly $10,000, a new editorial about Gull Lake’s future, and a spotlight

In Gull Lake stands a building that is more than brick and mortar—it’s a cornerstone in the story of our community. For generations, Gull Lake School has been the place where students learn, families gather, and traditions are carried forward. From kindergarten through graduation, Gull Lake School shapes not only individuals but the character of our town. It is a place of learning and belonging, where values of respect, responsibility, and pride are lived out every day. Tha

Part One: The Vision—Shaping Our Future Together This is the first in a series exploring Gull Lake’s future. Part One looks at where we’ve come from, what we’ve built together, and the choices that lie ahead. I’ve chosen 2035 as a planning horizon—far enough to think big, close enough to act now. Every generation of Gull Lake— from our early founders to today — has faced a choice: to adapt or to fade. We’ve always chosen to adapt. From our century‑old Lyceum Theatre —rebuilt