The Winter Reads online author series presents Julie Schumacher on Facebook Live at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb 7. Schumacher’s first novel, The Body Is Water, was an ALA Notable Book of the Year and a finalist for the PEN/Hemingway… 
Schubert announces candidacy for House District 48B
Haley Schubert announced last week that she is running for the Minnesota House of Representatives for House District 48B which encompasses Chanhassen and portions of Chaska. 
Anderson running for Carver County District 1 seat
Lisa Anderson has announced her candidacy for Carver County Commissioner District 1, serving eastern Chaska and southern Chanhassen. 
Chaska/Chan girls hockey earns win against Waconia
The Chaska/Chanhassen girls hockey team earned its fifth win of the season against Waconia. 
Stormhawks wrestling captures two tourney titles
The Chaska/Chanhassen wrestling team is staying busy and finding a lot of success on the mat. 
February: A Short Month with a Big Attraction for Skywatchers
Although the month of February has the distinction of having the least number of days, many noteworthy anniversaries, celebrations and observances take place in its short span.
No ice or fish for fire department fundraiser
The Chaska Fire Department will host its annual Ice Fishing Contest on Saturday Feb. 3 from 1 to 3 p.m. at Firemen’s Park.
Commentary: Tracking the majestic moose in Yellowstone
It was one of those dark and cloudy winter days in Yellowstone National Park where the clouds are so heavy and low, you feel like you can reach up and touch the cloudy sky. A light wind helped to blow… 
County organization focuses on connecting homeless with needed services
Newly-created Carver Community Connect (CCC) gathered organizations from throughout the area to provide greater access to services needed by those who are experiencing or are at risk of becoming homeless.The event was held at the Chaska Event Center on Jan.…
New Beginnings programs offer help for young mothers
Working against homelessness and poverty is not a new fight for Jill Engeswick. 
Southwest Christian boys hoops tops Jordan
A balanced scoring attack helped the Southwest Christian boys basketball team win its third game in a row. 
Top women hockey players coming to St. Paul for Rivalry Series
The best women hockey players in the world are coming to St. Paul next week. 
200 days without contract, teachers hold fourth rally
“Fair contract now,” was the chant of teachers, parents and students lining the parking lot of the Eastern Carver County School District office the night of Jan. 22 prior to the start of the scheduled school board meeting. 
Sno-Hawks to host benefit for area woman
The Chaska Sno-Hawks will be hosting several benefits for Chelsey Meuleners, wife of Tim Meulener and mother of three small children, who has been diagnosed with Stage 3 metastatic breast cancer.
Public Notices from the January 25, 2024 Chaska Herald
Are you interested in reading the public notices published in the January 25, 2024 print edition of the Chaska Herald? The page or pages on which those notices were printed are attached to this item, in the form of pdf’s…
Republican Party has abandoned principles
The Republican Party has abandoned decency, democracy and the truth.
Chaska Public Library celebrating 101st birthday
The Chaska Public Library will be hosting its 101st birthday on Wednesday, Feb. 7, beginning at 3 p.m.
Guest Commentary: Local youth sports have seen significant change over years
Going back in time to the 1950s and 60s found the state high school hockey scene in dominated by schools in northern Minnesota that included Eveleth and International Falls in addition to those from the Twin Cities, including St. Paul… 
Stormhawks hit the slopes, face stiff competition
The Chaska/Chanhassen alpine ski teams hit the slopes for the first time in competition. 
Chaska girls basketball team tops Chanhassen
A balanced scoring attack from the Chaska Hawks helped them beat rival Chanhassen. 