Students of the theatre departments at Chaska and Chanhassen high schools will be performing their One Act Plays in a showcase Jan. 19.
ECCS swears in new board members, establishes roles
The two new and two reelected Eastern Carver County School Board members were sworn in at the Jan. 9 organizational meeting. 
Christian Brothers Automotive shop opens in Chanhassen
A local couple has opened a Christian Brothers Automotive shop in Chanhassen.
Watershed district accepting entries for photo contest
The Riley Purgatory Bluff Creek Watershed District is accepting submissions for its 2023 photo contest. 
Commentary: Eating can be hazardous to your health
Wait! What do you mean, “Eating can be hazardous to your health.” That sounds like crazy talk. We all know that you can’t survive without eating. Yes, that’s true. So, it would be more accurate to say, “What you eat… 
Commentary: Financial management critical in successful city government
The next topic in this discussion of building a healthy community lies with the financial planning and management. 
Chaska Electric workers aid during the Blue Blizzard
Two linemen with Chaska’s Electric Department gave the residents of northwestern Wisconsin a different kind of gift this past holiday season — the gift of electricity. 
Chanhassen to celebrate 30th February Festival
Chanhassen will celebrate its 30th February Fest when the annual winter event takes place Saturday, Feb. 4.“We are so excited for another great February Festival this year,” city Recreation Manager Priya Tandon said. “We’re looking forward to celebrating with some… 
Latino V.O.I.C.E.S. receives Chaska Human Rights Commission award
Latino V.O.I.C.E.S. won the 2022 Chaska Human Rights Commission’s annual award at the sixth annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Breakfast on Monday, Jan 16 at the Chaska Event Center. 
Area roundup: Chanhassen basketball bounces back after tight loss at Minnetonka
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 Jan. 9-14. 
Area roundup: Chanhassen basketball bounces back after tight loss at Minnetonka (copy)
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 Jan. 9-14. 
Southwest Christian’s dance team looking at its strongest season yet
Four years ago, the Southwest Christian dance program began its own team after its co-op with Holy Family ended. 
Looking at emergency preparedness in high school sports
The sports world paused and held its breath on the night of Jan. 2 when Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin suffered cardiac arrest and collapsed on the field during Monday Night Football. 
Minnesota Zoo holds upcoming ‘Zoo After Hours’ events for adults
Minnesota Zoo is hosting “Zoo After Hours” over the next few months, inviting adults to enjoy uniquely themed nights and activities.
Carver Scott Humane Society reducing concerns of post-holiday pet ‘gift returns’
Shortly after the holiday season ends, humane societies around the country are often flooded with an influx of pet “gift returns,” with owners and recipients of these animals quickly surrendering them. 
Three Rivers Park District returns with full moon programs in southwest metro
The Three Rivers Park District returns this new year with one its most popular programs — Under the Full Moon — which offers participants a chance to explore winter sights and sounds under the light of the beautiful full moon… 
The Arts Consortium of Carver County is hosting its 2023 Poetry Contest
Students and adults from Carver County and beyond are encouraged to submit a poem by midnight March 1 to be considered for the Arts Consortium of Carver County’s 2023 Poetry Contest.
Public Notices from the January 12, 2023 Chaska Herald
Are you interested in reading the public notices published in the January 12, 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…
Arboretum hosts Winter Wellness Fair, featuring local vendors, experts
The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum is hosting a Winter Wellness Fair on Sunday, Jan. 15 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Oswald Visitor Center and Snyder Building. 
11 candidates file for Chanhassen City Council vacancy
Eleven people have applied to fill a vacant seat on the Chanhassen City Council, according to City Manager Laurie Hokkanen. The application deadline was Jan. 6. 
