Talk to anyone in Section 2AA hockey and the addition of New Prague means to advance to the state tournament, it will take an extraordinary effort over three games in seven days.
Eighteenth win of the season for Holy Family Catholic
Holding host Blake School to 13 first-half points, Holy Family Catholic outscored the Bears 33-20 after halftime, notching win No. 18 in a 58-33 decision on Feb. 20 in Hopkins.
Carver hires its first full-time city planner
Erin Smith has been hired as the city of Carver’s first full-time city planner, according to Carver press release.
Bringing music, storytelling to Hooked on Books
Douglas Wood is a musician and author with a love for nature and the great outdoors. His music and books reflect his passion.
Where the heck is it?
Each week we publish a detail of a local landmark. The next week we identify the landmark. Do you know where the heck this is? Send us your guess.
Filling the PROP Food Shelf with Empty Bowls
The PROP Food Shelf and St. Andrew Lutheran Church welcomed hundreds of guests for the food shelf’s annual Empty Bowls fundraiser on Tuesday, Feb. 20.
Registration Now Open for CCYBSA
Registration for the Carver County Youth Baseball and Softball Association (CCYBSA) is now open for the 2018 season. Sign up before the Early Bird Registration ends on March 5!
Please review the information on the website for all of the details by clicking HERE. For any questions, email [email protected]
What’s going to happen in Mr. Rogers Nelson’s neighborhood?
The rock star Prince owned prime property along Lake Ann, and the city of Chanhassen may finally have a shot at turning some of it into parks and trails.
Team basketball getting the job done
Winless through eight games. Two wins in the first 15 contests. Yet it was clear from early December into January, it was a different Chaska girls basketball team.
Erin Smith Appointed as City Planner
The City of Carver is pleased to announce the appointment of Erin Smith to the position of City Planner for the City of Carver. Smith will serve as the City’s first full-time City Planner.

Erin Smith has been appointed as the new City Planner for the City of Carver. Her first day on the job is on March 7, 2018.
Smith comes to Carver from the City of Victoria where she currently serves as Interim Community Development Director. Smith has also served as Senior Planner for the City of Victoria, a role which she began in 2015. In Victoria, Smith has reviewed residential and commercial development projects, as well as assisting residents, developers, and business owners with planning and zoning related questions.
A native of Winona, Smith holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Urban Planning from the University of Minnesota, Duluth and a Master of Arts Degree in Urban and Regional Studies from Minnesota State University, Mankato. Smith is also an American Institute Certified Planner and has been recognized by the U.S. Green Building Council, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design.
“Erin has a unique skill set that combines a thorough understanding of planning practices, with a thoughtful approach to engaging residents and other community stakeholders in the review and decision-making processes, I’m excited to have her join the City’s management team,” said Brent Mareck, City Manager, City of Carver.
The City Council identified the need for a full-time City Planner during their strategic planning process and funded the position through the adoption of the 2018 Budget. Smith will assume her new position on March 7, 2018.
Submissions sought for ACCC poetry contest
The 2018 Arts Consortium of Carver County is seeking student and adult submissions for its poetry contest.
Level III predatory offender moving to Norwood Young America
Carver County Sheriff Jim Olson invites concerned citizens to attend a Level III predatory offender notification meeting 7-8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 22 at The Pavilion, 21 Main Street East, Norwood Young America.
What happened on this date in local history?
Feb. 22, 1968: A telephone has been installed at the Chaska Public Library and offers an added service to library patrons. Books may now be renewed by phone – just dial 448-3886, remarked a library official. Chaska’s public library is open from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Tuesdays.
Chaska Speech to host home tourney
The Chaska Speech Team competed in the Star Tribune Eastview Lightning Classic Speech Tournament last Saturday. This tournament has students competing in one of two divisions, Open and Champion. The Open Division is for first and second year competitors. The Champion Division is for third and fourth year competitors.
More of the yucky stuff for today … and later this week
Watch out, commuters. More snow and freezing rain is expected this morning, Feb. 20, before 8 a.m., according to the National Weather Service.
State debuts for three area Nordic skiers
Making his State Nordic Ski debut, Chanhassen’s Nick Scheller, an individual qualifier from Section 2, finished 68th in a 10K time of 32 minutes, 29 seconds.
County sour on solar projects
Solar energy was on the docket for the Carver County Board of Commissioners on Feb. 13.
Sheriff’s Office TRIAD program for seniors is expanding
The Carver County Sheriff’s Office TRIAD program is expanding. TRIAD is a partnership between the community, senior citizens and law enforcement; all working together to address public safety issues and protect our senior citizen community.
Here we snow again: Wintry weather advisory issued
As you may have noticed, the snow is back.
‘CCO Blues Band headlines Team Judy fundraiser at Excelsior Brewing
The ‘CCO Blues Band headlines a community fundraiser at the Excelsior Brewing Company 7-10:30 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 28.