Winter solstice isn’t until Dec. 21 but Carver and Scott counties already have tons of fun winter programs and activities lined up for the whole family this winter season. 
Carver County inmate attempts escape, recaptured
Travis Clay Andersen, a level three predatory offender who resides in Chaska, attempted to escape custody at his scheduled sentencing hearing at the Carver County Justice Center Nov. 29 but was recaptured by deputies “within minutes,” according to the Carver… 
Commentary: Let your little light shine
Have you noticed that there’s something missing from your life – and it’s missing more and more each day? There could be a variety of answers as to what that “something” is. If for you that something is light, you’re… 
The Minnesota Valley Community Band presents 35th ‘Holiday Pops Concert’
The Minnesota Valley Community Band presents its 35th annual “Holiday Pops” concert on Sunday, Dec. 4 at 3 p.m. in the auditorium of Chaska High School.
Tickets for CDT’s 2023 musical ‘The Prom’ on sale
Tickets are now available for Chanhassen Dinner Theatres’ next show, “The Prom,” which runs from Feb. 10 to June 10, 2023. 
Chaska general election results certified in election canvass
Voter turnout in the general election topped 70% in Chaska, city officials said during a canvassing meeting held Nov. 17 to certify the results of the mayor and city council elections.
Letter: Checks and balances
The 2022 midterm election is history. Control of the U.S. Congress is now split with Democrats holding the majority in the Senate and Republicans earning theirs in the House.
Popular pop-up Christmas cocktail bar is back at Old Log Theatre
Come for the cocktails, stay for the over 125-year-old cabin decorated in sparkly Christmas decorations. 
Commentary: Appreciate the American crow
We often overlook or ignore the more common critters in the natural world. The eastern gray squirrel and chipmunk come to mind as examples of common critters that many people don’t think about. 
Commentary: Reflections and blessings of the season
At this time of the year, we reflect on the blessings that have been bestowed on us. We give thanks for those blessings. We also need to remember those that have little hope for tomorrow, and include them as we… 
Villager Tower for November / December 2022
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Carver Villager Tower #389 November / December
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Amber Koth named head coach for Chaska girls’ golf team
The Chaska girls golf program will have a new head coach this coming spring. 
The Grief Club of Minnesota moves into Chanhassen location
Just like the love for a person is unique, so is the grief for them when they die. 
‘Tis the season for holiday markets
There is certainly no shortage of places to shop for the perfect gifts in the Twin Cities this holiday season. 
With marijuana legalization on the docket, local communities focus on current regulations
For months, Allen Andersen, a candidate for Scott County Attorney, argued that there shouldn’t be any more money spent prosecuting marijuana possession crimes. 
With marijuana legislation expected, local communities focus on current regulations
For months, Allen Andersen, a candidate for Scott County Attorney, argued there shouldn’t be any more money spent prosecuting marijuana possession crimes. 
Public Notices from the November 17, 2022 Chaska Herald
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Public Notices from the November 10, 2022 Chaska Herald
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Chaska girls’ basketball starts season with a win, looking to continue program’s success
With a few days of tryouts and practice under their belts, the Chaska girls’ basketball players turned their attention to conditioning, working on plays and figuring out rotations to gear up for their first game of the season two days… 
Chaska boys’ basketball looking to contend during 2022-23 season
After a fall of players scrimmaging during open gyms and coaches watching their progress, the Chaska boys’ basketball team is ready to start actual games. 
