After a major increase in deaths from COVID-19 in December, Carver County Public Health Director Richard Scott says numbers are dropping as the new year continues. 
The Ice Rink Is Anticipated To Open Monday, January 11
Changing flood maps in MN River Valley attributed to climate change (copy)
Each year the Federal Emergency Management Association, or FEMA, reassesses the floodplains in Scott County to make sure flood maps are up to date. 
Changing flood maps in MN River Valley attributed to climate change
Each year the Federal Emergency Management Association, or FEMA, reassesses floodplains to make sure flood maps are up to date.
Public notices from the December 31, 2020 Chaska Herald
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Sports are up and running again
Around and around athletes circled the wrestling room at Chanhassen High School at varying speeds. A return to play Jan. 4 was met with a number of conditioning drills, one that pushed participants both physically and mentally. 
District 112 Teacher of the Year nominations accepted
Nominations are being accepted for the District 112 Foundation’s 2021 Teacher of the Year. 
Videos for Monday, January 4, 2021, Council Meetings are Available
The January 4, 2021, City Council meetings can be viewed by clicking on the following links:
Previous meeting videos are also available by clicking ALL VIDEOS.
If you have any questions, please contact Brenda at [email protected].
Tonka likes chasing shoelaces
Tonka is a brown Tabby/mix domestic shorthair male, about 12 years old. He likes chasing shoelaces and his favorite toy is his catnip butterfly! He likes to be brushed, canoodle with his person, and is pretty good at greeting people… 
Excelsior woman dies in crash on Highway 7
An Excelsior woman died in a crash at 8:21 a.m. Monday, Jan. 4 in Victoria, east of the Highway 7 and Hawks Pointe Lane intersection. 
Webcast: Agree to Disagree – 7-9 record felt right for the Minnesota Vikings
Welcome to Agree to Disagree, a weekly webcast between sports editors Eric Kraushar and Tom Schardin. 
Public notices from the December 24, 2020 Chaska Herald
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Public notices from the December 17, 2020 Chaska Herald
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Public notices from the December 10, 2020 Chaska Herald
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4 tips for getting your home organized in 2021
Tim Bischke has owned Storage Solutions in Jordan for more than 20 years, and he’s seen a lot of messy closets. 
Commissions Applications Wanted – Due Friday, January 15, 2021
The City of Carver is currently seeking residents for the following Commissions:
Heritage Preservation Commission – 3 open positions – This commission reviews and advises on municipal heritage preservation matters. Charged with the stewardship of the City of Carver’s heritage.
Parks Commission – 3 open positions – This commission advises on recreation areas, facilities, services, and programs. Concerned with the overall management of the parks and trails system.
Planning Commission – 1 open position – This commission makes recommendations on land use policies and laws. Makes final decisions on certain kinds of development and use permits.
These positions will be filled through an interview and appointment process undertaken by the City Council. In order to be considered for the position, residents should submit a letter of interest no later than Friday, January 15, 2021, at www.cityofcarver.com/Commission-Application. Please contact Vicky Sons-Eiden at 952-448-8727 or at [email protected] with any questions.
Commentary: The spy who made me think (copy)
John Le Carre was the pen name of David Cornwell, a British spy novelist who died Dec. 12 at the age of 89. 
Commentary: The spy who made me think
John Le Carre was the pen name of David Cornwell, a British spy novelist who died Dec. 12 at the age of 89.
Letter: Three cheers for front page
Three cheers for the Southwest News Media front page heralding Christmas!
Top 10 Chaska Herald news stories of 2020
Happy New Year, 2021! Here are the top 10 news stories of 2020, compiled into one package, selected by the staff of the Chaska Herald. 