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Civic Life
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Hunter Panning reflects on his role as a public information officer in Chaska, emphasizing the importance of effective communication and storytelling. He uses humor and… read more >>
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Success Over Scores aims to alleviate academic anxiety among students through social media campaigns and events at Chaska High School. The project promotes mental health… read more >>
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SouthWest Transit (SWT) announced their upcoming route, the 686, which provides a direct connection from SouthWest Station (SWS) in Eden Prairie to MSP International Airport. read more >>
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Southwest Transit is introducing a new and unique student bus wrap design contest and a comprehensive new route along the 494 corridor. Launching in 2025,… read more >>
Lifestyle & Culture
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Gary Spencer, a musician and producer from Waconia, received the 2025 Studio Engineer of the Year award at the Midwest Country Music Organization’s annual show.… read more >>
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Choosing between a bathtub and a shower involves considering lifestyle, space, and resale value. While showers are popular for their convenience, bathtubs are favored by… read more >>
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A fantastic, meaningful book for families to read together. “Not Nothing” by Gayle Forman, for ages 10+ read more >>
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From the dark origins of “Cinderella” to the towering heights of Rapunzel’s castle, we explore Germany’s 370-mile Fairy Tale Trail. Whether you’re chasing childhood nostalgia… read more >>
Living Well
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In the first week of May, it’s time for bright orange nectar feeders, jars of grape jelly and maybe a few oranges cut up and… read more >>
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Jenifer Loon, Executive Director of PROP, will retire in June after many years of impactful leadership, expanding services, enhancing community partnerships, and addressing food insecurity… read more >>
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An exploration into the first sign of spring – the scent of April rains. This aroma, created by soil bacteria, plant oils, and lightning, triggers… read more >>
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American White Pelicans, like the other large birds in Minnesota’s skies, draw and hold our attention. Their flocks can be a half-dozen moving steadily between… read more >>
Obituaries
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Diane Yvonne Nelson85, of Chaska, passed on July. 28, 2025 in Minneapolis, MN. read more >>
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Mark Brian Riesgraf passed away on July 25, 2025. He was born on February 2, 1958. He had a love for carpentry, fishing, hunting, and… read more >>
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Franc Andrew Sotis, previously of Chaska passed away on April 11, 2025. He was born October 20, 1931. Franc joined the marine corp, loved reading,… read more >>
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Darrel Roepke, 88 of Edina passed away peacefully on February 5th, 2025. He was born February 20, 1936 to Henry and Charlotte (Orkowski) Roepke in… read more >>
