Community Connections Series
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Transportation
Covering transportation developments that impact daily commuting and community connectivity. Articles in this category provide updates on public transit, road construction, traffic initiatives, and plans for sustainable travel options.
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Highway 5 Project Kicks Off with Groundbreaking Ceremony
Local, state and federal officials gathered April 7 for a brief groundbreaking ceremony to kick off the Highway 5 improvement project. It marks the start of a two-year roadway and… read more >>
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Highway 5 Corridor Upgrades Begin
After years of planning and preparation, the major Highway 5 corridor project through the southwest Metro Area is beginning in earnest. Starting Monday, April 6, motorists will encounter several detours… read more >>
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Local Leaders Oppose Bill to Merge Suburban and Metro Transit Operations
A bill to consolidate transit service across the seven-county metro region has advanced within the Minnesota House of Representatives, leaving local public transportation advocates worried about what the future might… read more >>
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Highway 5 Improvements Project to Impact Carver County Traffic
Road construction is underway for a big project on Highway 5 between Chanhassen and Victoria. read more >>
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Highway 5 Project Set To Get Underway in 2026
A major upgrade to Highway 5 between Victoria and Chanhassen will get underway next year, disrupting traffic flow along the stretch for the better part of two years. read more >>
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Traffic Now Flowing Freely Across Four Chaska Roundabouts
After months of construction and detours, traffic was finally flowing freely through four newly constructed roundabouts along Engler Boulevard in Chaska. read more >>
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The End is in Sight for Engler Boulevard Construction
Road construction on Engler Boulevard in Chaska began March 31, adding roundabouts for safety and traffic improvement. The final roundabout opens approximately mid-week of Oct. 27, with some continued work… read more >>
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Roundabout at 41/10 Intersection Finally Opens to Traffic
Motorists along the busy north-south stretch of Highway 41 have been navigating detours since the spring, as four planned roundabouts were on Carver County Highway Department’s schedule for this stretch… read more >>
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Victoria Road Construction Projects Ongoing
Road construction in Victoria continues as fall progresses. Check out the latest updates (including a change for the Downtown West Improvement Project). read more >>
