Excitement over The Loop at Chaska continues to grow this summer.
Sheriff’s Dive Team receives Carver Lions Club donation
The Carver County Sheriff’s Office has accepted a $2,000 donation for the Sheriff’s Dive Team from the Carver Lions Club on Saturday, June 18.
Carver County welcomes second K-9 unit
The Carver County Sheriff’s Office recently welcomed its newest canine protector — Gus.
Chaska police respond to thefts, alcohol related traffic reports
Chaska Police Department officers responded to the following calls. This is not a complete list of incidents.
Chaska to host Fourth of July fireworks, festivities
Chaska’s annual Fourth of July fireworks show will take place after dusk (approximately 10 p.m.) over Lake Jonathan.
Downtown Chaska Farmers’ Market begins with blue skies
The smell of Thai food and squeaks of fresh cheese curds kicked off the eighth season of the Downtown Chaska Farmers’ Market in City Square Park on a sunny June 22.
Meadow Spring Church expands family ministry
Randi Randall has been hired as the new Director of Children’s Ministries at Meadow Spring Church in downtown Chaska.
Ridgeview Golf & Taste raises $1.1 million
The 37th annual Ridgeview Golf & Taste Celebration raised more than $1.1 million on Monday, June 20 at Island View Golf Course in Waconia. There were more than 500 golfers, employees, volunteers, and guests at the event. Fox 9 Chief…
Scott, Carver counties offer camping without the travel
Outdoor enthusiasts in Scott and Carver counties don’t have to travel far to have an authentic camping experience with several regional campgrounds within easy reach.
Waterskiing celebrates 100th birthday
More informationFor more information on the Minnesota Waterski Association or to become a member, visit mnwaterski.org.For more information on Shockwaves Shakopee Prior Lake Water Ski Association or to become a member, visit teamshockwaves.com. For more information on Shockwaves Adaptive Waterski…
Letter: Cost of inaction has been devastating
I was in third grade in 1999 when two teenagers shot up Columbine High School, resulting in 15 deaths, over 20 injuries, and unimaginable trauma.
Area fencers excited for national championships to come to Minnesota
Fencing is coming to the Twin Cities in a major way, and enthusiasts are excited for the impact it could have on the sport throughout the area.
Bear cubs lead to cuteness overload
Last week, while leading a wildlife photography workshop to capture images of American black bears (Ursus americanus), we experienced a cuteness overload. Over three and half days, we saw many mother bears with spring cubs.
Villager Tower for June / July 2022
The June / July 2022 edition of Carver’s Villager Tower is now available for download!
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Carver Villager Tower #384 June / July
The Villager Tower has been written and published since 1983 by Ricki Schultz. She can be contacted at (952) 448-5126 and [email protected].
Burger returns to Holy Family boys’ basketball program
After nine years away from the boys basketball program, Joe Burger is back at Holy Family Catholic High School.
Movie shoot, performers draw a crowd to downtown Jordan
Bystanders pushed against yellow caution tape on the corner of Broadway and Water Street in Jordan, trying to get a glimpse inside an antiques store where emerging star Joe Keery was filming a movie scene.
Trinity Lutheran in Carver holds ‘Worship in the Park’
Trinity Lutheran Church in Carver is hosting a special “Worship in the Park” followed by a potluck picnic on Sunday, July 24. The public is invited.
Victoria Planning Commission reviews plans for five-story downtown building
The Victoria Planning Commission recently heard preliminary plans for a five-story mixed-use building in downtown that would include 73 apartments, underground parking and a storage area for a former Minnesota Vikings quarterback’s car collection.
Chaska hosts 47th annual high school baseball All-Star series
The Minnesota Baseball Coaches’ Association hosted its 47th annual High School Baseball All-Star series June 23-25.
Commentary: Seven simple steps to live life strategically
Are you living strategically? What got us thinking about this is because we know how important it is for businesses to be ‘strategic’ in their activities.