You could call Paula Yeats, owner of Hair on Fifth, a Walkerite, through and through. She grew up on a farm outside of Walker and still lives just a quarter mile from where she grew up. Her dad was a hard-working logger who also ran a sawmill, so there was no need for Paula to… More Info
Around the Corner: a look at businesses in Walker Shriver’s Bait opened its doors in 2007 and has been a “go-to” bait shop for locals as well as those traveling to or through Walker in search of the ever-elusive fish that populate the 10,000 plus lakes in Minnesota. Jack Shriver Jr. is the owner operator… More Info
The holidays are a busy time at Christmas Point Wild Rice and Gifts in Walker, and it’s not just because of its seasonally-appropriate name. The reason, according to co-owner Jennifer Tihanyi, is that Christmas Point is “a shopping destination,” that offers enticing, unique gifts, home decor, gourmet foods, toys and clothing. “This is by far… More Info
Lots of people who poke their heads in the door at One Little Piggy Signs in Walker, do so because they’re curious. “Many people get confused by the name and come in to ask what it means,” says owner Emily LaFond. Once Emily explains that the shop is named after her pit bull Piggy and… More Info
In many ways 513@Main Stream, Walker, is far from the ‘main stream’ of what shoppers might expect in a clothing store. Descriptions on Main Stream’s Facebook page give hints: “An upscale, unique clothing concept for men and women, with a fashion-forward desire.” “A small boutique in northern Minnesota with a truly urban feel.” Main Stream will… More Info
