The garbage masquerading as an anti-referendum ad in your Oct. 24 edition is shameful.
The PROP Shop would like to extend a warm thank you to our neighbors in Eden Prairie and Chanhassen.
We went to Washington, D.C. Oct. 19-21 as representatives of American Promise-West Metro to attend the National Citizens Leadership Conference and to meet with our senators and representatives, asking for their support to getting big money out of politics.
I am writing to thank all the people who donated food or cash to the Chanhassen Lions food drive at Cub Foods on Saturday, Oct. 26.
Dear members of the Minnetonka Schools Community: We are writing in support of Lisa Wagner for School Board of Minnetonka Public Schools.
Lisa Wagner has served on the School Board for 12 years. She has been instrumental in the impressive performance and results of our school district during that time frame, making her an outstanding candidate for re-election to the Minnetonka School Board.
I am writing in response to the ad published in the Herald on Oct. 24 from the Parents for D112.First, let me clarify that this group in no way represents most actual parents in District 112. It is led by people who do not live in this community and as an actual parent of two children who at…
In the recently published letter written by DeeDee Kahring, director of Finance and Operations titled "Why the difference with referendum totals?" Ms. Kahring outlines two ways the referendum can be calculated, blames the editor for revealing the higher cost, cites compliance with ballot lan…
In the most recent edition of the Chaska Herald, an advertisement was placed that should have not have been printed within the newspaper. The advertisement was paid for by the Parents of D112, a group that has caused quite a stir within the community as of late. The advertisement stirs up fe…
While I am an ardent supporter of free speech and freedom of the press, I do question the value of printing an ad that does not inform but does serve to divide people and spread irrational fear.
I was disgusted to see the inflammatory and misleading ad placed by parentsford112.com in last week's paper. Shame on them for insinuating that District 112’s equity work is a cover for Islamic indoctrination in an attempt to drum up fear and drive a "no" vote.
I was surprised and dismayed that the Herald published propaganda in its pages (see advertisement paid for by Vince Beaudette, Oct. 24 issue).
Recently “Parents for D112” paid for an advertisement encouraging people to vote “no” on Eastern Carver County Schools’ referendum.
In response to Vince Beaudette’s paid ad in last week’s paper, I’m asking all voters in the ECCS community to avoid distractions from and misrepresentations of the work being done today and in the future to serve students.
It is with a heavy heart that I am writing this piece in response to the ad placed in the Oct. 24 edition of the Chaska Herald on page 10.
I was disappointed to see the advertisement from the group “Parents for D112” in last week’s paper.
As a Jewish American, I am appalled by the ad that the paper allowed to be published.
I am writing in response to a misleading ad placed in the Oct. 24 newspaper by a group with the name of “Parents for D112.”
I would like to thank the past and current Minnetonka School Board, as well as Superintendent Dr. Peterson for building a fantastic school district in our community.
City of Chanhassen Parks & Recreation hosted its 35th annual Halloween Party on Oct. 26 at the Chanhassen Recreation Center.
The Nov. 5 referendum will ask residents of Eastern Carver County Schools to vote on funding to address budget gaps and growing enrollment in the district. There will be three questions on the Nov. 5 ballot:
The catch-phrase of the year seems to be “Be authentic.” That appears to be a good thing, but I’m finding out it has a dark side.
We are writing this letter in support of re-electing Katie Becker to the Minnetonka School Board.
A recent letter to the editor suggested that Eastern Carver County Schools is not facing growing enrollment or capacity issues, and that’s just not correct. ("Vote 'no' on referendum," Sept. 19.)
As a new mother of twins I learned the difference between equality and equity early. One baby seemed content to lie peacefully, soaking in her surroundings. The other needed either stimulation or soothing. I worried I spent more time and attention on one and not enough on the other; that I w…
I'd like to congratulate head coach Mike Ralston, assistant coaches Mike Arnold and Matt Schrad, and all the players and loyal fans of the Chanhassen Red Birds for their second straight Class B State Championship!
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. This year Southern Valley Alliance for Battered Women is holding a benefit for victims of domestic violence on Saturday, Oct. 12 from 1-4 p.m. at Schram Haus Brewery in Chaska.
The United States has a gun violence problem unlike any of our peer nations.
Eastern Carver County School District is asking our community to approve another referendum on Nov. 5, citing a need to build a new elementary school to keep pace with growth projections.
The 2018 Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment is out and shows two disturbing trends. The statewide graduation rate remains flat and Minnesota has the highest achievement gap nationwide. Taxpayers cannot be impressed. This may be reflected in the outcome for pending referendums — including one…
We have all grieved over recent mass shootings and what appears to be an escalation of violence in our country.
I’d like to respond to the letter from Kevin Weber in the Aug. 15 issue of the newspaper ("Why highlight differences?"). He asks for evidence that the freedom and liberties outlined by our Founding Fathers were for white men only.
Eight out of 10 Americans (both Democrats and Republicans) agree that our political system is out of control. Billions of dollars are pouring into campaigns from corporations, unions and the wealthy.
I read with interest the article entitled “Taking a Tour" (Aug. 22), which referenced senior housing.
My uncle often said, "There ain't no more land."
Violence can happen suddenly or have warning signs. Listen to the moms, the dads, the friends and Facebook pages. Take away the right to privacy when shootings are in the future.
On July 18, Lakeshore Weekly News reported a press release from the Coalition for a Secure Energy Future touting its award to District 33 Sen. David Osmek as an “Energy Champion” for “encouraging ‘all-of-the-above’ energy strategies for Minnesota.”
On Saturday, Aug. 3, Mayor Tom Funk of Victoria announced his candidacy for the Minnesota Senate seat being vacated next year by Sen. Scott Jensen.
A prominent theme of the current Democrat presidential hopefuls is the idea that government should provide many basic services free of charge.
I recently read in the Minneapolis paper an article about a young martial arts fighter.
In the winter of 2019, "Thinking Minnesota-American Experiment" ran an article titled “Busing Redux: Minnesota’s Supreme Court green lights a lawsuit pushing for a sweeping plan to sort metro-area students — including those in suburban districts and charter schools — into schools on the bas…
“Courage behind the keyboard” is what I call it. It’s the communication of thoughts, opinions, etc., but from behind a keyboard. It often has different tones, vocabulary and context compared to communication in-person or over the phone.
Can you top my giveaway list, which is what these Democratic wannabe presidents are using to challenge each other.
As more and more attention is focused on the campaign of terror being reigned on immigrant communities across the country by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), it is important to recognize the active role of institutions in our community in carrying out such inhumanity.
As state tournaments conclude, and spring and summer sports wind down, I want to send a huge thank you to the small, but dedicated, army of parent volunteers that make youth sports a possibility.
Societal norms have come under scrutiny as those on the "left" attempt to redefine our American culture.
As a veteran and member of the American Legion Post 580 Color Guard, leading the Chanhassen parade on the Fourth of July was an honor and privilege.
I am writing regarding Bob Perschmann's letter to the editor in the July 4 Herald ("Power from manipulated fear)."
On June 25, a small group of people raised several large flags in our community on the corner of Highway 5 and Dell Road. These flags prominently displayed their support for the following causes: Trump 2020, Confederate flag, U.S. flag, Blue Lives Matter, guns and skull and crossbones and 4Chan.
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Should the city provide some type of subsidy to enable use of Old Village Hall as the city's history center?
The Chanhassen Historical Society (CHS) has approached the city about using the Old Village Hall as the city's history museum and archive. Currently, the CHS has no home; some of the collection is at City Hall with the majority stored with CHS members. The CHS is a nonprofit and cannot afford to both lease and cover utilities for the historic building, but is willing to contribute to a portion of the utilities cost.
