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…
Polars Track and Field Notch 6 UMAC All-Conference Awards
St. Bonifacius, MN – Polars Track and Field had 6 student-athletes named to the UMAC Indoor All-Conference list as announced by the conference on Thursday.
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How will cannabis dispensaries bank?
Much of the discourse when it comes to the recreational legalization of cannabis in Minnesota has been simply confusing. 
Latzke Earns Honorable Mention All-UMAC Honors
St. Bonifacius, MN – The Upper Midwest Athletic Conference announced the All-Conference Women’s Basketball teams on Wednesday and McKenzie Latze was announced as Honorable Mention All-UMAC.
Buckner, Carroll, and Masek Earn All-UMAC Honors
St. Bonifacius, MN – The Upper Midwest Athletic Conference released their Men’s Basketball All-Conference teams on Wednesday and the Polars landed 3 players on the list.