Community
Highlighting events, programs, and initiatives that foster community spirit. This category shares stories of local organizations, volunteer opportunities, and individuals making a difference in our neighborhoods.
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Chanhassen Corner: News & Updates from the City of Chanhassen
Chanhassen Corner, Febuary 2025: This February, Chanhassen offers family-friendly events including FebFest, a Medallion Hunt, and a Sweetheart Dance. City updates highlight new internship opportunities, Civic Campus progress, and ongoing… read more >>
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Hundreds Attend MLK Day Celebration
It was a full house at the Chaska Event Center, all there to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. The Chaska Human Rights Commission also announced the winner of their annual… read more >>
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Chaska Resident Pledges Matching Grant to Help Restore Cemetery
Mount Pleasant Cemetery in Chaska could soon see a few improvements, thanks in part to a local resident’s desire to kick-start a needed restoration effort. read more >>
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Chanhassen Corner: New Year, New Activities
Chanhassen Corner, January 2025: Chanhassen’s January events include a community open house, Kids Night, a Royal Ball, and a Sweetheart Dance. Residents are reminded about winter parking, recycling, and upcoming… read more >>
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Sharing the City of Carver’s Top 10 Memorable Moments of 2025
Mayor’s Corner for Carver, January 2026: In her New Year message, Mayor Courtney Johnson highlights Carver’s top achievements of 2025, including the Merriam Junction Trail progress, Fire Department leadership changes,… read more >>
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Carver County Local News Joins Additional Social Media Platforms
Carver County Local News can now be found on X (Twitter), LinkedIn and Nextdoor. Follow Carver County Local News on these additional platforms, plus subscribe so you are alerted to… read more >>
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Piece by Piece: Community Mosaic Anchors Year-End Celebration at Chanhassen Library
A new community mosaic, created by residents during a series of hands-on sessions led by local artist Anne Krocak and supported by a Minnesota State Arts Board grant, will debut… read more >>
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Chanhassen Residents Gather to Celebrate Holiday Season
A new coating of powdery snow added to the festive atmosphere Saturday night, Dec. 6, as the Chanhassen community gathered together to mark the start of the holiday season. read more >>
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Carver Residents Celebrate Start of Holiday Season
The Carver Lions Club and Carver Fire Department sponsored the annual “Carver Village Christmas” on Saturday, marking the start of the holiday season. read more >>
















