The American Legion Auxiliary Chaska Unit 57 installed newly elected officers on June 5 during the membership meeting. 
Jonathan Association’s Fourth of July schedule is here
The Jonathan Association is hosting its annual Fourth of July celebration, starting at 7:30 a.m. on the holiday. 
Chaska police respond to property damage, burglary reports
Chaska Police Department officers responded to the following calls. This is not a complete list of incidents. 
Library: Reading program continues through Aug. 12
Libraries are closed on Tuesday, July 4. 
The Downtown Chaska Farmers’ Market kicks off for the season in 93-degree heat
The first Downtown Chaska Farmers’ Market of the season, held June 21 at this year’s Firemen’s Park location, had a classically hot summer day with many splashing in the clayhole or the fountains to cool off. 
Filling in the gaps; trail projects aim to increase connectivity
Carver County and its individual communities take pride in the trail system that reaches nearly every corner of the county and beyond. Trail projects this summer will offer greater connectivity throughout the southwest metro and provide pedestrians with new opportunities… 
Auburn Homes residents honor those with Alzheimer’s during The Longest Day
Auburn Homes and Services hosted a “The Longest Day” event on June 21 to honor residents past and present who have Alzheimer’s disease. 
Victoria Gazette folds up shop after 44-year run
There’s a saying that you never really know what you have until it’s gone. 
Chanhassen Legion baseball in midst of season with young roster
Summer is in full swing, and so is the Chanhassen Post 580 senior Legion team’s season. 
Chanhassen hires Bart Inniger as next girls basketball coach
After being away from head coaching for 12 years, Bart Inniger knew he wanted to dip his toes back into the right high school coaching opportunity. 
Carter Van Holland, Grant Penttinen receive statewide awards
It is awards season for spring sports, and Chanhassen swept both of the top awards in boys lacrosse. 
Crown Lands 67 Student Athletes on UMAC Academic All-Conference List
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St. Bonifacius, MN – The UMAC announced the Academic All-Conference teams from the winter and spring season. Sixty-seven Polars were named to the list.
Chaska pickleball tournament raises funds for Alzheimer’s Association
Community members kicked off the official start of summer with a pickleball tournament with a purpose June 21. 
Police hosting summer events to strengthen community ties
Police departments in the southwest metro are participating in various summer events, hosting fun activities with hopes of further strengthening relationships in their communities. 
Chaska athletes compete in All-Star series, Chaska tops Chanhassen in legion baseball
Baseball goes hand-in-hand with summer every year, with players preparing for high school or college seasons or just continuing to play for the love of the game. Here is a look at recent results for area Legion and amateur baseball… 
Chaska hires Samantha Cady for girls basketball program
For the first time in 16 seasons, the Chaska girls basketball program will be under new leadership. 
Chaska municipal well shut down after mechanical failure
One of Chaska’s municipal wells was shut down on June 21 after a mechanical failure. 
Lynch basketball camp is scheduled for July 10-14 in Shakopee
Registration is open for The Lynch Summer Basketball Camp, which will be held July 10-14 at the Shakopee Area Catholic School gym. 
Area baseball coaches don’t see rule changes coming soon
Southwest Christian head coach Rob Wassenaar considers himself to be a baseball junkie, soaking up as many innings as he can. 
Victoria’s Parks and Rec director resigns
Longtime Victoria Parks and Recreation Director Ann Mahnke has resigned. 
