During the lazy days of summer, nothing in nature seems to be moving or doing much of anything. However, autumn feels like everything in nature is on the move or rushing to prepare for winter.
Library: The revolution will be novelized
The Russian Revolution occurred 100 years ago, between 1917 and 1922, when Russia transformed in the middle of World War I. History books on the revolution and novels that were set just before, during, and after the revolution are available…
Around the Region: Lynch, Agerland in Section 2A final four
Holy Family Catholic’s Sophie Lynch and Ally Agerland are one victory away from a first-ever official meeting on the court.
Chaska: Strong showing at true team sections
Seniors Addy Buska and Emma Smrcka had the top finishes for Chaska in the Section 2AA True Team Meet Oct. 13-14 at Eden Prairie Community Center.
Class A Soccer: Fire post-season runs come to an end
Holy Family Catholic’s post-season run on the pitch came to an end Saturday in both the girls (Section 2A) and boys (6A) soccer brackets.
Football: Chaska the new No. 1 team in Class 5A?
Chaska was ranked third on Oct. 4, moving up a spot in Elk River’s loss to Rogers.
Pets of the week
Pets of the Week
Wallflowers: One woman’s fascination with grass
CHASKA – When University of Minnesota Extension educator Mary Meyer was a graduate student, she had already earned a peculiar nickname for herself: “the grass lady.”
2017 Construction Improvement Project – Construction Update #21
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Commentary: Tackling workforce shortage on multiple fronts
The new school year places renewed attention by the business community to attracting and retaining qualified employees. We view Minnesota’s talented workforce as the secret sauce that drives the economy. It’s at the foundation of making Minnesota ready for the…
Volleyball: Conference title clinched for Southwest Christian
Four hitters in double digits in kills led Southwest Christian to a five-set rally, clinching at least a share of the MCAA Conference title in a victory at home Oct. 12 over New Life Academy.
Commentary: When our department lost Officer Mathews, the community stepped up
Section 6A Soccer: Fire advance to semis on golden goal
Willmar entered Thursday’s Section 6A quarterfinal match at Hodapp Field with a 15-game unbeaten streak.
Letter: Respecting office, but not the man
I must respond to the letter “Couldn’t Agree More” of Oct. 5. The letter writer said whether or not we agree with the president, we should show respect for the office.
Section 2AA Soccer: Overtime winners for Storm, Skippers
When looking back at the 12-win regular season for Chanhassen, maybe the most forgotten aspect of it all was the steady play in goal from third-year starter Luke Reich.
Section 2AA Soccer: Comeback complete for Storm
If a little déjà vu was setting in, you weren’t alone.
Police report
Police Report
Chaska Rocks
The latest trend is rocking Chaska.
Section 4A Tennis: Sections, an experience in itself
Southwest Christian sent six players to the Section 4A Individual Tournament at Reed Sweatt Family Tennis Center in south Minneapolis.

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