The Chaska Town Course held its annual club championship Aug. 19 and 20, crowning champions in multiple divisions.
Public Notices from the August 17, 2023 Chaska HErald
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Chaska Historical Society’s upcoming fall events
The Chaska Historical Society will be hosting a free, family friendly, Old Time Medicine Show Reenactment at 1 p.m. at the Chaska History Center on Sept. 15 and Sept. 23. 
Correction: Southwest Christian tennis
A story in last week’s Herald about the Southwest Christian girls tennis team had incorrect scheduling information.
Consistency is key for Chaska girls tennis team in 2023 season
With the first match of the 2023 season a few days away for the Chaska girls tennis team, the word head coach Kevin Lungay wants to be the mantra for the players is consistency. 
Polars Women’s Basketball Releases 2023-24 Schedule
St. Bonifacius, MN – Crown College Women’s Basketball released their 2023-24 schedule, featuring 26 games, thirteen of those at home with the schedule culminating with the UMAC playoffs in late February.
Polars Men’s Basketball Releases 2023-24 Schedule
St. Bonifacius, MN – Crown College Men’s Basketball released their 2023-24 schedule, featuring 26 games, thirteen of those at home with the schedule culminating with the UMAC playoffs in late February.
Carver councilor Joy McKnight steps down, citing health and work issues
Citing increased work responsibilities and health issues, Carver City Councilor Joy McKnight resigned Aug. 9, effective immediately. 
Progress continues on Southern Valley Alliance’s new Shakopee site
Nearly a year into construction, Southern Valley Alliance’s move to downtown Shakopee continues to progress. 
Emmer opens new constituent office in Chaska
U.S. Rep. Tom Emmer, R-Minn., has opened a new constituent services office in Chaska at 1107 Hazeltine Boulevard, Suite 476. 
Highway 5 and Lyman Boulevard closure extended until Aug. 26
The Highway 41 closure between Highway 5 and Lyman Boulevard will be extended until Aug. 26, according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation
Commentary: Turn the page
All of us have endured one of the hottest summers of our lives. I think we are close to a record number of days in 2023 with a temperature of 90 or above. At the end of August, we reach… 
Carver-Scott 14th annual Master Gardener Plant Sale to be held Aug. 26
The 14th annual Carver-Scott Master Gardener Plant Sale will be held at the Chaska Cub Foods Parking Lot from 9 a.m.-noon on Aug. 26. 
Library: Some titles you don’t want to miss
If you have been unable to attend the book clubs at the Chanhassen Library or Victoria libraries, here are some of the titles you may have missed: 
‘Starry Trek’ event combats invasive algae with statewide search
This Saturday, Aug. 19, volunteers are encouraged to join a state-wide search for starry stonewort, an invasive algae that was first introduced to Minnesota waters in 2015. 
Auburn Manor receives $235,995 in state funding
Auburn Manor, a senior living residence in Chaska, received $235,995 of new state funding as part of a bipartisan agreement to stabilize an economic sector that’s facing financial hardship, announced state Rep. Lucy Rehm, DFL-Chanhassen. 
Mizzy’s Pizza opens up sit down-based location in Carver
What started off as a childhood nickname for Jeff Misgen has expanded into a two-location pizza business called Mizzy’s Pizza, now with a restaurant in Carver. 
2023 Relay for Life raises over $20,000
The 2023 American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life of Carver County, held Aug. 5 at Veterans Park in Chaska, was noted as a “huge success,” according to a press release from the organization. 
Jordan becomes latest municipality to pass THC licensing mechanism
Jordan has joined a growing list of cities that have created licensing mechanisms for the sale of “low-dose” hemp-derived THC edibles. The city council took a final vote on the ordinance on Monday, Aug. 14. 
Chanhassen girls tennis looking for early success with experienced roster
The Chanhassen girls tennis season is a few days away from matches that will begin a bit earlier than normal, and the Storm’s veteran presence will be key for the team. 