Author: Mark Olson

The Carver County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for its sixth Citizens Academy.

I want to thank Carver County, the Senate District 47 DFL and, most importantly, all of my volunteers and supporters for their incredible commitment and sacrifice for our campaign. The recount is complete and it demonstrated that our democratic process…

I want to thank Carver County, the Senate District 47 DFL and, most importantly, all of my volunteers and supporters for their incredible commitment and sacrifice for our campaign. The recount is complete and it demonstrated that our democratic process…

Nov. 29, 1906: A Thanksgiving service partly in English and partly in German will be held in the Moravian church today (Thursday) at 10:00 a.m. The subject of the Rev. Rob’t. H. Brennecke’s morning sermon will be “Wozu wourde Gott…

Nov. 22, 1900: Henry Truhn and a charming young lady friend were seen here Monday. It looks a little as if Henry contemplated hitching onto a partner before extreme cold weather sets in. Hope it is so Henry.

Nov. 15, 1973: Postmaster Victor M. Weller announced today that a new “Stamps by Mail” service will be offered in the Chaska area. According to Weller, this new service will permit customers to purchase stamps and stamped envelopes through the…

Nov. 8, 1962: Chaska high school’s Junior class will present the play “Stage Door.” Directed by drama coach Lee Engler, at the popular 8 p.m. curtain time. Heading the cast are Paula Tiedeman, Bob Roepke and Gary Bleichner.

Nov. 1, 1866: We are informed by the Trustees that the District School will commence its winter term on Monday next. The building has been under going repairs which is very much needed to render the building tenable during our…

Oct. 18, 1923: Our candy factory is coming along in great shape. The production of both “Little Wonder” and “Good Time” bars is being increased right along and at the present rate of growth the capacity of the plant will…

Oct. 25, 1894: The high school enrolls at present 39, the best record in its history.

The city of Chanhassen and the Riley Purgatory Bluff Creek Watershed District will host a citywide cleanup for water quality 9:30 a.m.-noon Saturday, Oct. 27 (rain date Oct. 28).

The correct answer to last week’s quiz was the closed Hot Spot gas station, at 650 Chestnut Street North, now slated for redevelopment.

Visit the Carver County Library website (www.carverlib.org) for some great resources for adult lifelong learning. These are easily found under the ”resources” section of the website.

Oct. 11, 1928: Fire drills under the direction of Athletic Director Mooney are being staged now and then at Chaska High School. The students, with the exception of few, seem to have “caught on” and refuse to hurry out of…

Chanhassen High School held a memorable homecoming last week.