Chaska’s annual Fire and Ice Festival and Bonspiel drew in large crowds over July 14 and 15. 
Chaska River City Days in new location, brings back Cultural Day
Chaska River City Days is back for its annual weekend of entertainment, nonprofit support and family fun from July 28-30. 
Saborit found not criminally liable for death of America Thayer
The Shakopee man convicted of murder in the grisly death of his girlfriend has been found not criminally liable for her death because of mental illness. 
Keeping area lakes safe this summer
The Scott County Sheriff’s Office and Carver County Sheriff’s Office have been busy this summer keeping area waterways safe for recreational activity. 
Public Notices from the July 13, 2023 Chaska Herald
Are you interested in reading the public notices published in the July 13, 2023 print edition of the Chaska Herald newspaper? The page or pages on which those notices were printed are attached to this item, in the form of…
Chaska’s Noella Ross excited after strong freshman season
The 2023 track and field season was special for Noella Ross, leaving her with plenty to be excited about heading into the next one. 
Area baseball roundup: Chanhassen notches first amateur win
Baseball goes hand-in-hand with summer every year, with players preparing for high school or college seasons or just continuing to play for the love of the game. Here is a look at results for area legion and amateur baseball teams… 
Youth Enrichment League Fencing Club excited about new space
Going from a community education-like class once a week to a competitive fencing club was no easy task, but it has paid off for the Youth Enrichment League Fencing Club. 
Camp with the stars at Baylor Regional Park
The Minnesota Astronomical Society is hosting its annual Camping with the Stars weekend at Baylor Regional Park from July 21-23. 
City Council tables Cafe Zupas application pending downtown moratorium
Despite the Chanhassen Planning Commission’s recommendation to approve a development application for Cafe Zupas, at its June 26 meeting, the City Council instead voted to table the item. 
Chaska American Legion Auxiliary Unit #57 supports Fishing with Friends
The American Legion Auxiliary Unit #57 presented a $1,000 donation to Chaska Area Fishing with Friends on June 5 for the organization’s second annual Veterans Fishing Day on Lake Minnetonka. 
Bountiful Basket opens Cologne location July 13
Bountiful Basket Food Shelf is opening a location in Cologne on July 13 to aid residents of Cologne, Hancock, Benton, San Francisco and Dahlgren Townships.
Commentary: Summer stargazing with binoculars
Have you ever wished upon a star and asked for better views of night sky objects? Many people assume that telescopes are the only choice that can provide truly satisfying views of the wonders of the heavens. There is, however,… 
Library: ‘Larger Than Life’ display at Chan Library through August
The Arts Consortium of Carver County’s new display at the Chanhassen Library is entitled “Larger Than Life,” with pieces inspired by “Big Fish the Musical.” The art will be on display through August. 
Commentary: A very special bird
Every now and then I come across a bird that really piques my interest. If you know anything about me from reading this column, you know I am interested in all wildlife, so if something really piques my interest you… 
Local clinical psychologist seeks to educate community on mental health
Dr. Lori Aleknavicius and her family moved to Chaska two years ago. Since then, she has made her mission to improve education and appreciation of mental health topics throughout the community. 
Chaska police respond to property damage, assault reports
Chaska Police Department officers responded to the following calls. This is not a complete list of incidents. 
Southwest metro breweries consider THC beverages after cannabis bill guidance
When the Minnesota cannabis legalization bill was signed into law by Gov. Tim Walz on June 2, it did more than the name of the bill implies — it also provided guidance for businesses that wish to produce, package and… 
Carver County Library’s next chapter
Last year, the Carver County Library system had more than 1 million checkouts, a 26% increase in eBook and eAudio checkouts from the year before and a 23% increase in the number of library cards issued, according to its annual… 
Spirit Lake Dakota digital artist brings augmented reality exhibit to Arboretum
Step into the world of the Dakota people through a new augmented reality exhibit at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum called the Dakota Sacred Hoop Walk. 
