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Civic Life
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Officer Hunter Panning, the Public Information Officer for Chaska Police, emphasizes the importance of community connections in policing. He aims to humanize police work through… read more >>
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Chaska resident Lori Hodapp, the Minnesota House’s chief sergeant at arms, is gearing up for the 2026 legislative session, which begins Feb. 17. The evenly… read more >>
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College application season peaks between November and February, with seniors navigating early action, early decision, and regular decision timelines. Each option offers trade-offs in flexibility,… read more >>
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The ongoing federal government shutdown may disrupt food and cash assistance in Carver County, impacting SNAP and MFIP recipients if funding lapses continue into November.… read more >>
Lifestyle & Culture
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“Just Another Dead Author” is the second mystery featuring Swedish author Berit Gardner, who helped solve the crimes in “The Murders in Great Diddling” using… read more >>
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Part two of our Indonesia series takes you beyond the tourist trails to meet the country’s most legendary residents. Discover the massive, camouflaged lizards of… read more >>
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Here’s what most families don’t discover until they’re already in crisis: a perfectly valid POA can be rejected by your bank — and there may… read more >>
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What makes a property historic? read more >>
Living Well
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Holy Family Catholic High School students enjoy summer fishing tournaments across Minnesota, enhancing teamwork and skills. This year, 20 students participate, with Grady Schneck receiving… read more >>
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The Open Your Heart Summer Challenge grants support Minnesota food shelves during high-demand months, offering matching funds to boost local fundraising. In 2025, 83 shelves… read more >>
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For the five months that Rose-breasted Grosbeaks are our neighbors, their songs and remarkable colors brighten our days. Their willingness to come to our birdseed… read more >>
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Ben Nielsen has been appointed as the new president and CEO of Ridgeview Medical Center, succeeding Mike Phelps on June 14. Nielsen aims to enhance… read more >>
Obituaries
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1952 – 2026 Deceased’s Full Name: Jody Mae (Lexvold) Swenson Date of Birth: 5/9/1952 Location of Passing: Chaska, MN Date of Passing: 3/8/2026 Biographical Information:… read more >>
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1931 – 2026 Deceased’s Full Name: Beverly Rae (Klosterman) Nelson Date of Birth: 11/23/1931 Location of Passing: Chaska, MN Date of Passing: 3/6/2026 Biographical Information:… read more >>
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1943 – 2026 Deceased’s Full Name: Thomas John Kelly Date of Birth: 10/23/1943 Location of Passing: Chanhassen, MN Date of Passing: 2/21/2026 Biographical Information: Thomas… read more >>
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1937 – 2025 Deceased’s Full Name: Donna Mae (Lenzen) Kloos Date of Birth: 3/24/1937 Location of Passing: Chaska, Minnesota Date of Passing: 11/29/2025 Biographical Information:… read more >>
