Thirty-one shots through two period, just one goal to show, Chanhassen exploded for four goals in the third period, three over a stretch of 3:19, pulling away for a 5-2 road win over Orono on Jan. 11.
5 steps to reach your money goals in 2022
In addition to the new year bringing confetti and a fresh calendar, it’s a time to set big money goals for the next 12 months. That might mean finally paying off debt, buying a house or taking a long-delayed vacation.
Local officials discuss potential impacts of marijuana legalization
Local leaders are taking a closer look at how recreational marijuana might impact communities as the nation’s trend toward adult-use legalization is forecasted to reach Minnesota in the coming years.
Local youth find passion for sport in Chaska Curling Center
Through the doors of the Chaska Curling Center pass some of the sport’s top athletes. World champions. Olympic champions.
New meteorologist joins the local National Weather Service
A new top meteorologist joined the Twin Cities National Weather Service in Chanhassen last June.
Lisa Anderson selected new Eastern Carver County Schools board chair
The first Eastern Carver County Schools board meeting brought some change to leadership positions on Jan. 10 during an organizational session.
Win streak over Chanhassen ends at 12
Maxwell Woods was in third grade on Feb. 7, 2015; a member of the Lil’ Storm, just a week removed from a third-place finish at the Cake Eaters Tournament in Eagan.
Weekend Roundup: Chaska girls basketball escapes Chanhassen gym with a win
A win over a rival, in their gym, is always a positive, even if getting to that result was a struggle. For third-ranked Chaska, despite shooting 2-of-20 from beyond the arc, the Hawks used a 21-7 run to end the…
Boys Basketball: Maxwell Woods leads Chanhassen to first win over Chaska since 2015
Maxwell Woods was in third grade on Feb. 7, 2015; a member of the Lil’ Storm, just a week removed from a third-place finish at the Cake Eaters Tournament in Eagan.
With Omicron ‘circulating like wildfire’, state health officials predict major disruptions
Minnesota health officials on Friday warned of what’s to come as the state enters what’s predicted to be the most intense stages of the Omicron surge.
Letter: Professional and kind care
Belated but heartfelt thanks to all of the first responders whose prompt, professional and kind care gave my husband John two more weeks to be with his family beginning on Nov. 30.
Carver Lions Soggy Bottom fundraiser is Jan. 29
The 13th annual Carver Lions Soggy Bottom fundraiser event has been scheduled for Jan. 29, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Riverside Park in Carver.
Around the Region: Minnetonka’s depth leads them past Chaska/Chanhassen
Trailing 44-34 after the diving break, Minnetonka placed three swimmers in the top four in the 100-yard butterfly, gained four points in the 100-yard freestyle, and eventually ran away with a 102-84 win over visiting Chaska/Chanhassen in a dual Jan.…
Community test site continues in Waconia on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays
Carver County Public Health is offering community testing at the Lake Waconia Event Center at 8155 Paradise Lane in Waconia every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from noon to 4 p.m.
Letter: What if politicians had done the right thing?
A person living in California whom I know quite well recently suggested to me that, given all the tumult of the past two years, we should consider starting all over in America. Just toss the U.S. Constitution and our freedoms…
Commentary: Top 10 Carver news of 2021
Inspired by the Chaska Herald’s annual Top 10 stories, for the past three years I’ve taken the opportunity to reflect on the previous year in the city of Carver. Here is my list of the Top 10 most memorable and…
Commentary: Simple and effective ways to keep resolutions
It’s the beginning of a new year. The last couple of years have definitely been unusual. At times, the year seemed to move slowly, yet we realize this past year has slipped by so quickly.
Minnesota’s government salary cap remains point of frustration for local cities and counties
Amid a tight labor market and changing industry dynamics heralded by the pandemic, local city and county associations are continuing efforts to repeal a Minnesota law capping the salary of local government employees.
Thursday Roundup: Holy Family Catholic beats Mound-Westonka/Southwest Christian on the ice
The first meeting between front-runners in the Wright County Conference girls hockey standings; both teams ranked in the top-10 in their respective classes. Holy Family Catholic flashed their star power, winning 6-1 over Mound-Westonka/Southwest Christian on Jan. 6 in Victoria.
Art Shanty Projects return with art outside the tiny buildings
The Art Shanty Projects — which turns fish houses into art installations and puts them out on a frozen lake in Minnesota in January and February — returns to Lake Harriet (Bde Unma) in 2022 with health and safety changes.