Culture can go a long way in any sports program, and the WEST Express Swim Club is seeing the impact of that firsthand. 
Baby Yellow Warblers leave nest in less than two weeks
Sitting alone in a small dark blind waiting for a bird is a wonderful time to reflect or think deeply about all of the wonderful and amazing aspects of nature. This happened a couple of days ago when I was… 
Chanhassen Lions hosting golf tournament
The Chanhassen Lions Club will be hosting its 32nd annual golf tournament August 15. 
How Minnesota domestic violence agencies are adapting post-Roe v. Wade
For 40 years, Southern Valley Alliance has provided support services for survivors of domestic violence in the southwest metro. 
Pickleball brings community members together
When Karen Schenk moved with her husband, John, from Hibbing to Victoria nine years ago, she was nervous. Their children had moved out of the house, and they left the social community they made and were accustomed to up north. 
Pickleball brings community members together (copy)
When Karen Shenk moved with her husband, John, from Hibbing to Victoria nine years ago, she was nervous. Their children had moved out of the house, and they left the social community they made and were accustomed to up north. 
Chaska police respond to assault, alcohol related traffic reports
Chaska Police Department officers responded to the following calls. This is not a complete list of incidents. 
Kyle Zygarlicke named Storm boys and girls cross country coach
As a middle-schooler in Wisconsin, Kyle Zygarlicke’s go-to sport was basketball. But when he was roped into volunteering for a cross country meet in seventh grade, he discovered another sport he might be interested in trying. 
Fire and Ice happening July 15, 16
The latest summer festival is coming in hot… and cold. Chaska’s annual Fire and Ice Festival is happening Friday, July 15, and Saturday, July 16, at Firemen’s Park. The Fire and Ice Bonspiel curling tournament will also be taking place… 
Broadband internet to come to underserved in Carver County
CarverLink Fiber Manager Randy Lehs used to field calls from people complaining about their Netflix taking too long to buffer. Now, with much of people’s lives being situated remotely online, slow internet speeds impact important daily activities such as education,… 
Q&A with Minnesota VFW Commander Dale Hoogeveen
Dale Hoogeveen, a Carver resident and member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1791 in Chaska, has taken on a new role as state commander of the Department of Minnesota Veterans of Foreign Wars. 
Commentary: From the Ground Up: A Guide to Seeing Earth Satellites
Summer—a time when the urge to explore places familiar and new beckons to young and old alike. 
Library: Expert panel to share life hacks
The last couple of years of launching into adulthood have not gone as planned. 
DFL Senate District 48 endorses Arlan Brinkmeier for House District 48A
The DFL Senate District 48 announced that candidate Arlan Brinkmeier has been endorsed in House District 48A. 
Commentary: Are you the hero of your own life story?
You may wonder what we are talking about. You may not have written down anything about your life story–yet. Whether or not you are writing it down on paper, you are, in fact, writing your life story every day. 
Improving the quality of the Lower Minnesota River
Over the years, drought due to climate change and environmental factors have taken a toll on the state’s rivers and lakes, including in Carver and Scott counties, home to the Lower Minnesota River Watershed District. 
Former Chaska hockey players selected in NHL draft
Chaska hockey was well represented in the 2022 NHL Draft on Thursday, July 7, as former prep players Jimmy Snuggerud and Sam Rinzel were selected in the first round. 
Commentary: Understand history to create sense of community
As we think about the components that drive the success of most organizations and communities, one of the key factors to understand is its history, as you think and plan the future. 
Chaska police respond to burglary, alcohol related traffic reports
Chaska Police Department officers responded to the following calls. This is not a complete list of incidents. 
Chaska Cubs playing winning baseball heading into home stretch
With strong pitching, new youth and a manager celebrating his anniversary with the team, the Chaska Cubs are playing winning baseball in the weeks leading up to the postseason. 
