A Chaska woman was shot and killed in broad daylight while in Chicago on Sunday, Feb. 25, in what is believed to be a targeted shooting against another individual. 
Head Men’s Soccer Coach Jon Forsythe Resigns
St. Bonifacius, MN – Following two seasons as Crown College’s Head Men’s Soccer Coach, Jon Forsythe has accepted the same position at another institution.
Strain over teacher contract talks at forefront of Eastern Carver County Schools board meeting
The Eastern Carver County School Board meeting on Feb. 26 advanced the superintendent search, reviewed midyear academics and examined past and future budgets all while tension-filled teacher contract negotiations continue. 
Chaska man who harassed prosecutor and escaped custody to spend 31 years in prison
A Chaska man who harassed a prosecutor and briefly escaped custody will spend 31 years in prison. 
Holy Family girls basketball rolls into the semifinals
The Holy Family girls basketball team opened the playoffs with a convincing victory.
Again, Another Tragedy
I have lived in Savage for almost 30 years. When my family and I moved to the south metro from St. Louis in June of 1994, there was an immediate feeling of community. The moving truck was still in front… 
Commentary: Resilience-Key to overcoming adversity and thriving in life
How resilient are you? We’ve been thinking about all that has gone on in the world in the last few years and is still going on today. That got us reflecting about our parents and ancestors. They definitely were role… 
Chaska girls basketball falls in section semifinals
A strong season came to an end for the Chaska girls basketball team. 
Chaska/Chan swimming finish just outside top-10 at state
The Chaska/Chanhassen boys swim and dive team had a very successful state swim meet. 
3 Stormhawk grapplers compete at state
Three Chaska/Chanhassen wrestlers took their talents to the Xcel Energy Center to compete against the best in state. 
Southwest Christian hockey falls in title game
A history making season came to an end just short of the ultimate prize for the Southwest Christian/Richfield boys hockey team. 
Commentary: Jeffers Petroglyphs are a Minnesota must-see
There is a time machine in southwestern Minnesota. Go there and you’ll see images carved by ancient people thousands of years ago. 
Spiritual Reflections: Lent is reminder to love God and neighbor
There is a literary pattern found in the ancient stories of the Bible concerning the number 40. 
Comeback Falls Short as Softball Loses Pair in Non-Conference Doubleheader
Minneapolis, MN – The Polars Softball team faced off with UW-River Falls on Saturday morning and fell in both matchups by a score of 6-1 and 7-6.
Polars Softball Drops Doubleheader to Auggies
Minneapolis, MN – The Polars softball team faced off with Augsburg on the road in the Auggie Dome Friday night and fell by scores of 4-3 and 11-3.
Brock and Hatton Hit Home Runs, Polars Topple UW-Stout 8-2
St. Paul, MN – The Polars baseball team faced off with UW-Stout in the first contest of the season and came out on top 8-2.
Anderson would bring leadership, experience to board
I’m writing this letter to provide support to Lisa Anderson’s announcement of her candidacy for Carver County Commissioner District 1.
Jared Gilmore Promoted to Assistant Athletic Director for Communications and Operations
St. Bonifacius, MN – Crown College’s Director of Athletics Steve Tebbs announced the promotion of Jared Gilmore to Assistant Athletic Director for Communications and Operations on Friday.
Chaska Valley Family Theater presents Fiddler on the Roof
Chaska Valley Family Theater (CVFT) opens Fiddler on the Roof to the public March 1, with the show running until March 17. This classic musical is about a family of Jewish descent trying to maintain their culture and identity in…
Cannabis Banking
Much of the discourse when it comes to the recreational legalization of cannabis in Minnesota has been simply confusing. A concrete set of rules about the regulation, sale, and distribution of cannabis hasn’t yet been released by the Office of…