Category: Syndicated

A little more than three years ago, the Carver City Council gave approval for the project to build Carver Crossing, an affordable housing project.

Memorialized by books, movies, statues and stuffed animals, Secretariat is probably one of America’s best-known horses, becoming a Triple Crown winner in 1973 after breaking several records and capturing the public’s imagination.

Jonathan Carver Parkway re-opened at 1 p.m. Friday, but the Minnesota River flood warning near Jordan and Savage continues.

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Looking for some news that will put a smile on your face instead of make you want to hit the “angry” reaction button on Facebook? 

Kasey Ralston led Holy Family Catholic to a Class AA State Championship title, signing with Indiana University.

I am writing in response to an article from a writer who suggested that voters should embrace Rep. Erik Paulsen for his support of recent tax cuts while warning that any support of Democrats in the mid-term elections would result in the stifling of the truth about what is happening in Washington (“Candidate will follow marching orders,” April 19).

The Carver County Mental Health Advisory Council or Local Advisory Council (LAC) respectfully requests your support for HF 501 and SF 776, pertaining to Crisis Connection, Minnesota’s 24/7/365 suicide prevention voice response program.

The city of Chaska Spring Cleanup Day is 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, May 5.

This is a good weekend to stay home and focus on yardwork, spring cleaning, or settling in with Netflix. If you must travel, please plan ahead, know your route and check 511 and the project web site for updates: www.511mn.org.

Three points in, Southwest Christian looked to the third doubles pair of Jack Hennen and Nate Chant for the clincher.

At a special meeting on Thursday, May 3, (meeting video link) the City Council heard from its Construction Manager (Kraus Anderson) and Architect (Wold) regarding bid results for the Broadway City Hall Project.  With over 100 bids submitted on a variety of work/trade packages, the tabulation resulted in the project coming in at $217,711 over estimated costs.  Kraus Anderson and Wold proceeded to explain the steps they took to prepare construction estimates, as well as reviewed the bid results with the City Council.

Wold went on to present the City Council with concepts that could be considered to reduce construction costs on the project, such as, replacing sections of the brick facade with siding and the elimination of certain architectural features like the pitched roof on the north side of the building.  In addition to building scope changes, the City Council may also consider drawing on $300,000 in funds previously set aside for the Broadway City Hall Project in the City’s Long-Term Financial Plan in the Water and Sanitary Sewer Funds.  As another option, the City Council may choose to reject bids in certain work scopes (earthwork, plumbing, HVAC, and so on) in an attempt to gain more favorable pricing.

The City Council will again discuss options for the Broadway City Hall Project during their work session on Monday, May 7 at 5:30 pm and will likely consider making a final decision on bid award for the project at their regular meeting on Monday, May 21 at 7:00 pm.

Chaska’s competitiveness continues to show; the first victory right around the corner for the Hawks girls lacrosse team.

Carver Clean-Up Day is scheduled for Saturday, May 12, 2018 – 7:00 a.m.
See FLYER for important details.

Spring has finally sprung. Strange to think just two weeks ago we had a full-fledged blizzard in Chaska, and a week later the snow was nearly all gone. This week they are predicting severe weather. Only in Minnesota can you get all the seasons in a three-week period.

This week’s five top crime and court stories in the southwest metro include a Prior Lake motorcyclist who said he was intentionally run over and a pharmacist accused of stealing 20,000 pills from multiple establishments.

The City of Carver Public Services Department will begin its annual hydrant flushing April 24, 2018, and is expected to be completed by mid-May.  Hydrant flushing serves two purposes:

• To ensure proper operation and to purge stagnant water and natural minerals that may be deposited in the distribution system; and
• Hydrants identified as needing maintenance are repaired following the completion of flushing.

Residents are advised that the change in water flow patterns resulting from hydrant flushing may stir up mineral deposits in city water mains.   During hydrant flushing, it is not unusual for residents to periodically experience discolored water, pressure changes, and/or an increased chlorine odor.  Although safe for human consumption, if you experience discolored water, you may correct the problem by opening all cold water faucets and allow them to run at the same time until the water clears.  If you have any questions, contact [email protected]

Lindsey Moore had four hits and knocked in three runs, including a homer, as a part of a 17-hit performance.

Two unbeaten teams, among the three leaders in the MCAA Conference, New Life Academy handed Southwest Christian its first loss in six games, a 4-1 decision May 3 in Cologne.

ST. PAUL — The Metropolitan Council opened two bids on Thursday, May 3, for the revised and re-issued civil construction contract in the Southwest Light Rail Transit project.