Circuses, Alabama charm and dance breaks galore — Chaska Valley Family Theatre is bringing Big Fish the Musical to the Chaska Community Center stage. 
Commentary: Do you qualify as a quiet quitter?
Do you know anyone who is a “quiet quitter?” In case that’s not a term that’s familiar, let’s look at its definition. According to Investopedia, “quiet quitting” refers to “doing the minimum requirements of one’s job and putting in no… 
MnDot to host public meeting for Highway 41 project in Chaska, Chanhassen
The Minnesota Department of Transportation will host an in-person public meeting to discuss the resurfacing project beginning this spring between Pioneer Trail in Chaska and Highway 5 in Chanhassen.
Local nonprofit seeks to bring awareness, prevention to sextortion, trafficking of young people
The COVID pandemic created what Jessica Bartholomew, the executive director of Chaska-based A.C.T. United, calls a “perfect storm” of isolation and screen time — the ideal conditions for human trafficking, sextortion and the general sexual exploitation of youth. 
Carver County Watershed Management Organization shares 2022 Annual Report
The Carver County Watershed Management Organization announced in its 2022 Annual Report that no new aquatic invasive species were introduced into county waters last year. 
Final ‘Passion’ play performances scheduled for March
The Shakopee Knights of Columbus is presenting its final performances of “The Passion of Jesus in Music, Word & Light” March 22-25 at St. Mark’s Church, 350 Atwood Street in Shakopee.
‘Adult prom’ headlines winery’s spring activities
In spring 2022, hundreds of high school students attending the New Prague prom made their way to the Next Chapter Winery to take prom photos. Jackie Brockway, the general manager for the winery, said the Barrel Room, which overlooks a… 
Search is on for dog lost at Shakopee boarding kennel
A man is asking the public for help searching for his dog that went missing from a Shakopee pet boarding business on Saturday, Feb. 18. 
Community band presenting “Marches in March” on March 5 at Chaska High School
The Minnesota Valley Community Band is holding a concert Sunday, March 5, at the Chaska Sr. High School Auditorium. 
ECCS Superintendent Sayles-Adams finalist for Osseo Area Schools position
The Osseo School Board named Eastern Carver County Schools Superintendent Lisa Sayles-Adams as one of two finalists for that district’s open superintendent position. 
Dragos, Turner reach Class 3A state wrestling tourney for Chaska/Chanhassen
Two Chaska/Chanhassen wrestlers will represent the program at the Class 3A state wrestling tournament, doubling the number of qualifiers from last year’s squad. 
Boys basketball teams gear up for section tournaments
March is synonymous with the word madness, and madness could very well ensue in the high school boys basketball postseason. Here is a look at how four area teams stack up as they head into the playoffs.
Chaska Curling Center holds sendoff for members competing at World Junior Championships
The Chaska Curling Center held a sendoff Feb. 16 for some of its members who are competing in the World Curling Championships. 
Area roundup: Chanhassen hockey advances to first section final after overtime win
Each week, area athletes and teams compete on the court, ice or mat and in the gym or pool. Here are some of the highlights from Feb.20-25. 
Public Notices from the February 23, 2023 Chaska Herald
Are you interested in reading the public notices published in the February 23, 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…
Public Notices from the February 16, 2023 Chaska Herald
Are you interested in reading the public notices published in the February 16, 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 girls basketball dominant on way to fourth straight Metro West Conference championship
In mid-November, Chaska head coach Tara Seifert outlined four goals she and her players had for the upcoming season. 
Shakopee School Board Chair to State: ‘give more state aid’ (copy)
In 2021, Shakopee Public Schools was faced with major budget cuts in order to balance its budget, in part due to the amount of revenue the district received from the state. 
Letter: Let’s prioritize the needs of Minnesota families
The 2023 legislative session is underway and there are a lot of pressing issues that need our utmost attention this year.
Letter: Pornography should not be in District 112 schools
After attending the District 112 School Board meeting on Jan. 23, I have a few thoughts I would like to share with our Eastern Carver County Schools community.
