The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community, through its Understand Native Minnesota campaign, recently announced it is providing an $80,000 grant to the Three Rivers Park District to develop new Native American education programming at Lowry Nature Center. 
Holy Family takes third at state tournament after overtime loss in semifinal
The basketball season came to an end for Holy Family on Saturday, March 25, but it did not end like many envisioned it would. 
Minnesota Landscape Arboretum hosts celebration for Indigenous art exhibit
The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum hosted a celebration March 18 to highlight an exhibit on Indigenous art during its final week. 
An unclear path forward in Carver County for increasing recycling and waste material
After 20 years of serving the county, the Carver County Environmental Services Center is reaching capacity, and it’s not entirely clear yet what the long-term solution will be. 
Letter: Nice work on Cooper’s plan
I was so darn happy to read the article from the March 16 Chaska Herald: “City makes land trust push for Cooper’s.”
Spring Astronomy Day, star parties coming up soon at Eagle Lake Observatory
The spring is bringing warmer viewing nights for Eagle Lake Observatory’s regular Star Party events at Baylor Regional Park in Norwood Young America. Rain or shine, the next night sky viewing opportunity will take place on Saturday, March 25 from… 
Chaska police respond to theft, assault reports
Chaska Police Department officers responded to the following calls. This is not a complete list of incidents. 
Prairie Fire Children’s Theatre to bring Robin Hood to the Chaska Community Center stage
Two professionals from Prairie Fire Children’s Theatre will soon hold auditions for people ages seven to 16 for a production of Robin Hood at the Chaska Community Center. Everyone will receive a part. 
Sower Gallery bids adieu to director Kristen Macauley with exhibition of photography
The Sower Gallery, a nonprofit located in Shepherd of the Hill Church in Chaska, is honoring former director Kristen Macauley, of Excelsior, in an exhibition that features her travel photography. 
Chaska dancers to be featured at Dancing Like the Stars fundraiser
2B CONTINUED, a nonprofit committed to increasing awareness of suicide prevention, mental health and wellness, is hosting its third fundraising gala on April 15 from 5:30-10 p.m. with a Dancing like the Stars show from 5:30-6:30p.m. 
A Better Society, Carver County host first Fix-It Clinic of 2023
A Better Society, a Chanhassen-based nonprofit, hosted a Fix-It Clinic on March 18 from noon to 4 p.m. in partnership with Carver County Environmental Services. 
Arts Consortium of Carver County presents Animals & Dragons: The work of Carol Strait
The Arts Consortium of Carver County will present the work of local artist Carol Strait in the exhibit Animals & Dragons, which will be held from April 12 to May 5. 
Public Notices from the March 16, 2023 Chaska Herald
Are you interested in reading the public notices published in the March 16, 2023 print edition of the Chaska Herald newspaper? The page or pages on which those notices were printed are attached to this item, in the form of…
Park dedication allows developing cities an avenue for park expansion
Two weeks ago, the Carver County Board voted for Scott County’s grant application to help fund the Merriam Junction Trail and pedestrian bridge that would connect the two counties. The Carver County side of the bridge would touch down in… 
Businesses seek support from city, public during upcoming Highway 41 construction
Construction on the Highway 41 Project in downtown Chaska is set to begin on March 27 and businesses are bracing for impact. 
Architects in negotiations for Chaska public safety project
The Chaska City Council has authorized contract negotiations with CNH Architects for architectural and engineering services and construction management services for the new public safety facility. 
County board says Ren Fest can continue
After months of discussion, the Scott County Commission will allow the Minnesota Renaissance Festival to continue after modifications to the conditional use permit were approved on March 21. 
Rental relief may be coming for those struggling post pandemic
During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, those experiencing hardships across the state were able to apply for funds for back and future rent through RentHelpMN. Within less than a year, $9.8 million worth of assistance was requested by Scott… 
Holy Family beats Minneapolis North, advances to Class 2A state tournament
After a dominant regular season and playoff start, Holy Family faced some adversity but was able to overcome it. 
Victoria’s Zabel recognized by Minnesota conservation group
Mark Zabel, an elected supervisor on the Carver County Soil and Water Conservation District board, has been named Supervisor of the Year by the Minnesota Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts. 