A former "American Idol" finalist recently performed a concert at Cornerstone Village in Victoria to help bring awareness to those with developmental disabilities and their caregivers.
The correct answer to last week’s quiz was Stone Creek Drive, as it heads south from Coulter Boulevard.
Students and staff members at World Learner School in Chaska celebrated Montessori Education Week, Feb. 21-28.
The public is invited to an Easter Egg Drive Thru in the Our Savior Lutheran Church & School parking lot (23290 Highway 7 in Excelsior) 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, April 3.
Squiggles is a 2-year-old brown tabby mix domestic shorthair male, who’s actually not “squiggly,” but a very laid-back and quiet gentleman. He loves hanging out with people, getting face scratches and doing leg rubs. Squiggles hasn’t been around other cats in his foster home, as he’s still h…
Jillian Van Hefty has won first place in the adult category of the 2021 flash fiction contest sponsored by the Arts Consortium of Carver County. In her story, "Speechless," a mother’s love and devotion is miraculously rewarded.
U Can Danz! Dance Company held its Winter Recital on Feb. 6 at the Chanhassen High School auditorium, with 105 dancers participating.
Interested in learning more about monarch butterflies? Come to Monarch Hour with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), a Facebook Live event hosted by Minnesota Valley Refuge Friends.
It’s not every day a school district accepts a $2.5 million donation.
Alvin Hebert is father of Victoria's "unofficial mayor," but now he actually gets to work with the official mayor.
Like Cher, Prince and Madonna, Peyton Scott Russell prefers a mononym: Peyton, though he’s also donned the titles Sprayfinger and DAESK.
The state recently announced the launch of the Minnesota COVID-19 Vaccine Connector, a tool that helps all Minnesotans find out when, where, and how to get their COVID-19 vaccine.
The correct answer to last week’s quiz was the Life Time Fitness headquarters building in Chanhassen.
SouthWest Transit welcomed two new services this year: routes to and from Shakopee and a grocery pickup and drop off. CEO Len Simich says the rollout is going well.
Aurora is a 1-year-old gray tabby who is already a momma at her young age! She’s very protective with her kittens, but now that they are ready to find their own homes, she is ready to find hers! Although she likes the people in her foster home, the other cats that live there are not her favo…
The Bountiful Basket Food Shelf of Eastern Carver County serving the communities of Carver, Chanhassen, Chaska and Victoria is seeking board member volunteers.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz announced Monday that Hy-Vee will be added to the expanding network of pharmacies vaccinating residents across the state, according to a news release from the governor’s office.
Florida heat. Minnesota cold. Rain, snow, and shine. Morning, noon, between elementary school classes, and night.
Students will be welcomed back to in-person hybrid learning this month, District 112 Superintendent Lisa Sayles-Adams said in a statement Wednesday.
The Arts Consortium of Carver County is calling for local and surrounding-area agriculturalists and farmers to share photos of their artistic creations.
The correct answer to last week’s quiz was the new Minnesota River Bluffs LRT Regional Trail bridge over Highway 101.
Lulu, born June 10, 2011, is a super sweet senior gal who loves attention. She is very mellow, and just wants to be around her people all day long. She’s kind of a talker, but will then roll over and fall asleep! Lulu had a rough start to life and is looking for a quieter home, ideally with …
After a six month search, the City of Chanhassen has selected a finalist for the city manager position previously held by Todd Gerhardt.
Victoria Burrow, a restaurant and entertainment venue in downtown Victoria will reopen to the public on Thursday, Feb. 18.
Mary Perrine, of Cologne, recently published her first novel, a work of fiction entitled “Hidden.”
Chanhassen sold 284 entry tickets and 132 anglers submitted a fish for the city’s annual February Festival fishing contest.
Alvin Hebert, who’s lived in Victoria 18 years, was appointed Monday night to the Victoria City Council.
The correct answer to last week’s quiz was the SouthWest Village transit station, off of highways 101 and 212.
Spot is a 14-year-old white domestic shorthair senior gal, who ironically has no spots! She loves cuddly lap time and viewing birds outside the window. Spot does have some kidney issues that are completely managed by prescription food. While not good with other cats, dogs, or kids, she is gr…
After receiving its first supply of COVID-19 vaccines for patients, Ridgeview opened a large-scale, appointment-only vaccine clinic at a former dance ballroom in Waconia — administering vaccines to nearly 2,100 of its primary care patients ages 65 years and older Feb. 4-5.
The 2021 Feb Fest Medallion has been found.
Carver County COVID-19 statistics, provided by Eric Sieger, county communications manager on Feb. 1:
The correct answer to last week’s quiz was the retaining wall next to Bandimere Park, along Great Plains Boulevard.
The Southern Valley Alliance is highlighting the prevalence and impact of dating violence on teens during February.
The 29th Annual Carver County Dairy Expo will be held on Monday, Feb. 15, 2021 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. delivered via a free Zoom webinar.
“Change” is the theme of the 2021 Arts Consortium of Carver County Poetry Contest.
The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum is giving teachers two free tickets to visit the Arboretum in March.
Jack is a friendly, easy-going, kitten-active orange tabby male born around June 2019. He plays with toys and watches the birds at the window. His purr can be heard as soon as he comes in contact with trusted people. He greets you at the door, occasionally ankle rubs, likes a bit of petting,…
Victoria Mayor Deb McMillan is very interested to learn of the life experiences of the 10 people vying for the city’s vacant City Council seat.
The Carver-Scott County Master Gardeners will host a free “Webinar Wednesday” gardening class series, beginning this month.
Third time's the charm, right?
In the middle of frozen Lake Ann in Chanhassen, Mike and William Schrupp get ready for action.
Monday's Minnesota Department of Health COVID-19 vaccine pilot program announcement for Minnesotans aged 65 and older brought out questions and concerns for many on social media.
The correct answer to last week’s quiz was Chanhassen Cinema, 570 Market St., Chanhassen.
