Carver County’s Baylor Regional Park in Norwood Young America is hosting its annual Candlelit Ski and Hayride events from 4:30-8 p.m. on Jan. 28 and Feb. 25. 
Commentary: Keeping sidewalks safe and lakes clean
Across Minnesota, chloride levels in lakes and rivers are on the rise. So far, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has identified 54 lakes with chloride pollution above state standards and more than 70 more that are at risk. Even though… 
The annual Spring Flower Show is back at the Arboretum
The 2023 Spring Flower Show is blooming at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum 9 a.m.-4 p.m. daily from Feb. 3 to Feb. 26.
Tickets now on sale for 112 Gives Soiree, hosted by the District 112 Foundation
The District 112 Foundation is selling tickets for its annual 112 Gives Soiree. This year’s Casino Royale-themed event will be held on Saturday, Feb. 4, at Hazeltine National Golf Club in Chaska.
Chaska Middle School West student selected for State Honor Jazz Band
Chaska Middle School West eighth-grade trombonist Weston Gilbertson has been selected to participate in the Minnesota Band Director’s Association 2023 Mid-Level State Honor Jazz Band.
Commentary: Nordic Club of Carver County celebrating the last day of Christmas
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Nautical Bowls to open in Chaska at end of January
Gary and Cara Willaert of Jordan ate their first açaí bowl from the Minnesota-based company Nautical Bowls in their car at the beginning of the pandemic, thanks to a recommendation from their now 19-year-old daughter. 
Commentary: How wildlife adapt to the snow and cold
Winter weather has been in the news a lot lately. In particular, the amount of snow blanketing many parts of the northern states. Where I’m located in the upper Midwest, we have had over four feet of snow along with… 
Chaska police respond to vehicle theft, missing person reports
Chaska Police Department officers responded to the following calls. This is not a complete list of incidents. 
Ahead of cannabis legalization, new store to open in south metro
Over the summer, Jim Cramond, owner of Strains of the Earth, was concerned that he may no longer be able to sell products containing THC. The city of Jordan was contemplating a temporary moratorium on the sale of THC products… 
Holy Family girls basketball picks up win against conference foe Southwest Christian
Near the halfway point of the girls basketball season, the matchup between Holy Family and Southwest Christian seemed to have significant implications for both teams. 
Annual Citizens Academy seeks to inform, train community members
Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of the Chaska Police Department? 
Public Notices from the January 5, 2023 Chaska Herald
Are you interested in reading the public notices published in the January 5, 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…
Wienermobile visits Chaska on ‘coast-to-coast weenie roast’
The famous Oscar Mayer Wienermobile parked in front of the Cub Foods in Chaska on Sunday, Jan. 8, for photos people could take with the iconic fiberglass hot dog. 
Area roundup: Holy Family boys dominant in win, Southwest Christian girls drops first game of the season
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. 2-7. 
Area roundup: Holy Family boys dominant in win, Southwest Christian girls drops first game of the season (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. 2-7. 
Public Notices from the December 22, 2022 Chaska Herald
Are you interested in reading the public notices published in the December 22, 2022 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…
Holy Family’s Sedona Blair contending as top goalie in state strong career
After reaching individual and team success, it might seem odd to think that Sedona Blair’s journey as a goaltender might not have happened. 
Snowmobile association offers safety tips amid accidents
With the more than usual amount of snow that has accumulated across the region, snowmobilers are taking advantage of all the trails the southwest metro has to offer. 
Frozen architecture makes for fun at Twin Cities attractions
Water is the building block of life, and never is that taken so literally than during a frigid Minnesota winter. 
