Sightings of Minnesota’s state bee continue to excite bee surveyors in the Twin Cities metro who say the endangered pollinator has recently been spotted in residential gardens and other urban landscapes.
Commentary: Don’t panic about critical race theory
If you heard or read about CRT (critical race theory) be patient, be curious, and try not to be judgmental.
Rod Carew: One of the toughest outs in baseball
In today’s Major League Baseball, finding three infielders on one side of the diamond is a regularity. Often times a third baseman is positioned where the shortstop generally would be. A 4-5-3 double play — second baseman to third baseman…
City of Carver discusses splash pad and performance stage for downtown
The concept of a park with a splash pad, performance stage and multiple gathering areas in downtown Carver was discussed during a recent work session by the Carver City Council.
Eastern Carver County School Board launches new equity website
The Eastern Carver County School Board discussed equity initiatives at its July 19 meeting.
Amazon’s Shakopee fulfillment center celebrates five-year anniversary
Amazon MSP1 in Shakopee, the company’s largest fulfillment center in Minnesota, celebrated its fifth anniversary on July 27.
Carver County Sheriff’s Office reports: domestic assault, drug violation
Carver County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to the following calls. This is not a complete list of incidents.
Chaska Police Department report: property damage, missing person
Chaska Police Department officers responded to the following calls. This is not a complete list of incidents.
Library: Sleuthing some great mysteries
Both Chanhassen and Chaska libraries increased their hours, beginning July 6.
Fans welcomed back to watch the Vikings at training camp
Fans are welcome at the TCO Performance Center next week to watch the Minnesota Vikings in their 61st training camp.
Drought impact felt throughout southwest metro
Abnormally hot and dry conditions in Minnesota are hard to miss.
Chaska River City Days in photos
It was a summer festival like Chaska has known for over four decades, but this year was something extra special.
Minnesota Renaissance Festival emerges from hiatus for 50th anniversary
Though the Minnesota Renaissance Festival announced it would take place this year in response to the state’s loosening of COVID-19 restrictions on July 1, vendor Dawn Gillette-Kircher suspected that the annual smorgasbord of medieval delights would be on well before…
Grab me some peanuts and cracker jacks
Come one, come all, to the Historic Andrew Peterson Farmstead on Sunday, Aug. 1 for the great game of baseball. The 1860’s ball club, the Quicksteps, will be in action against an all-star squad featuring local players as well as…
Playoffs begin in Crow River Valley League
Following a 19-game schedule, the Crow River Valley League playoff match-ups are set. Carver, the No. 4 seed, draws St. Boni, while seventh-seeded Cologne takes on Green Isle in a best-of-three series this week.
Why local auto dealers are seeing a major price surge in used cars
If you’re thinking of buying a sweet new ride this summer using stimulus check savings, you might want to rethink your purchase because new and used car prices are soaring nationwide due to a global microchip shortage.
Jade is learning that people are OK
Jade is a stunning gray domestic shorthair female, about 1 year old. A little shy presently, she’s learning that people are OK. She gets along with her foster brother and sister, but her status around dogs or kids is unknown.…
Two senior cats looking for one new home
Morgan, 14, and Rusty, 13, are a bonded pair of female cats who lost their previous owner to cancer and are looking to be adopted together. Morgan likes to ‘talk’ and has a loud purr, while Rusty is more quiet,…
Robbinsdale teen charged with recent Waconia thefts
David Lee Turner, 19, of Robbinsdale, was arrested and charged in Carver County District Court with crimes related to Waconia thefts.
Golf fundraiser at The Wilds in Prior Lake Aug. 30 to help opioid addiction research
One day before International Overdose Awareness Day, the Chris Wivholm Foundation will host a golf, dinner and silent auction fundraiser at the Wilds Golf Course in Prior Lake.