“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.
When I was little, I loved going to Chaska City Square Park, especially during River City Days.
We have some wonderful natural amenities and a fantastic park and trail system that our city has provided us.
Can you top my giveaway list, which is what these Democratic wannabe presidents are using to challenge each other.
I'd like to know why our local police are not enforcing city ordinance Section 74, which reads: "Whenever a usable path for bicycles has been provided adjacent to a roadway, bicycle riders shall use such path and shall not use the roadway."
Instead of spending the $200,000 on a pavilion overlooking the polluted and disgusting Lake DisGrace, wouldn't the money be more wisely used to clean up and restore the lake to a clearer and more refreshing amenity like it once was?
Last Sunday was like most of our weekend mornings over the last 20 years. Pack the SUV with chairs, blankets, cooler, food, sunflower seeds.
In response to Joe Polunc’s letter, “How did we get so misguided,” I think it’s important our community have some clear starting points and definitions in regard to the equity work happening in the Eastern Carver County School District, in order to have more constructive dialogue.
I had to respond to Mr. Polunc’s letter of July 18 since it was full of such babble ("How did we get so misguided?").
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.
Societal norms have come under scrutiny as those on the "left" attempt to redefine our American culture.
I am writing regarding Bob Perschmann's letter to the editor in the July 4 Herald ("Power from manipulated fear)."
The Bountiful Basket Food Shelf of Eastern Carver County serves the communities of Carver, Chanhassen, Chaska and Victoria and is one of an anticipated 130 Minnesota food shelves that will be participating in this year's Open Your Heart July Food Challenge.
In last week's Chaska Herald, an article appear entitled "High schoolers teach younger students about diversity."
President Donald Trump is the most dangerous man in the world. His power comes from manipulated fear.
I would like to clarify a matter which has come up over the last several months — I have absolutely nothing to do with the Carver County GOP Facebook page or any related social media content.
Gun control in the 21st century is nothing new, as it dates back to colonial America of the 18th century.
Thanks to everyone in the community for their continuing support of the Friends of the Chaska Library.
As someone with close relatives and friends who are insulin-dependent diabetics, the most disappointing outcome of this year’s legislative session was the failure of Alec Smith Emergency Insulin Act to be enacted into law.
I had the opportunity to read through the letter from Vince Beaudette last week regarding institutional racism and I was personally offended ("Cudgel of accusations," May 23).
I’d like to respond to the letter from Vince Beaudette that appeared in the May 23 newspaper ("Cudgel of accusations," May 23).
I am writing regarding the May 23 article "Special Election turnout was 6%" and Chaska Mayor Mark Windschitl's lack of understanding comments.
My point of view on the special election for wards 2 and 4 is that it was a success.
I would like to take a moment to thank everyone who was involved in the recent Chaska City Council special election — especially the voters.
The Walter Hecklin VFW Post 1791 and Auxiliary of Chaska had another successful year.
Thanksgiving is a day when we pause to give thanks for the things we have.
May is Poppy Month. Wear a poppy to show your support!
Three cheers for your participation in the U.S. Postal Service food drive May 11.
Thank you to each the 556 people to took the time to vote in this recent Special Election.
In recent decades, American lawmakers, courts, schools, and entertainers have gone to great lengths to outlaw and ridicule racial injustice.
Odds are you know someone who drives school bus, or your kids ride the school bus.
The Scotts company sold lawns to us in the 1950s. Poisoned lawns kill directly and indirectly. There is controversy about visual beauty. We became accustomed to golf course manicured blades of imported grass. Nature has been beautiful for millions of years without the help of the Scotts company.
On Friday, May 3, I was coming from Cooper’s Foods after I did my shopping. I am disabled and use a power chair to get around town taking care of business.
We are writing to encourage participation in the upcoming special election. We are also asking residents to vote for Nate Bostrom.
For over 40 years I have had the opportunity to work with and watch many Chaska City Council members perform their duties.
Thank you to the residents of Chaska who worked diligently to provide an opportunity for the residents of Ward 2 and 4 to have a choice in who will best represent them in all matters concerning the city of Chaska.
I support Councilman Nate Bostrom's election in the May 14 Chaska Ward 2 special election.
The best way to understand a city is to talk to people. I’ve been door-knocking the last few weeks and here’s what I've found. People are worried. They work hard, they have bills to pay, and it gets harder each day to make ends meet. I want to be able to help with that.
A city council member has a great responsibility to the community, and as citizens in the community, we should have high expectations of our city council members.
I have known Taylor Hubbard 10 years. She is passionate about social issues, works tirelessly, owns her own business, has been very involved in the community in many different ways, and is a long-time resident of Chaska.
I am writing this to urge voters of Ward 4 to support Mike Huang in the special election on May 14.
I understand the community wanting a special election and to be represented by a candidate that was elected rather than appointed, but I strongly believe Mike Huang is the right choice for Chaska.
I have known the Huang family for 11 years and am in full support of Mike Huang to fill Ward 4 Chaska City Council position.
There were letters in a Minneapolis paper from people who think drivers of gas-efficient cars are not paying their fair share to maintain our road infrastructure.
I want to thank all the local Chaska and Carver businesses that have supported us this spring with displaying our VFW Buddy Poppy cards.
I am very happy to offer a letter of support for Mike Huang for the Ward 4 Chaska City Council seat.
Special election Chaska City Council candidate Mike Huang lives in my neighborhood and I wanted to share some perspectives about Mike for those who may not be familiar with him.
I would like to endorse Nate Bostrom for candidate for the Ward 2 Chaska City Council member position.
I am biracial, both white and east Indian. My parents were not rich, but did everything they could to make sure my brother and I experienced living in other countries. I had the privilege of learning with people from different cultures in public schools in the Caribbean, Europe and India.
One common misconception of the petition for equity in Eastern Carver County Schools that was launched on April 21 is that those who organized it are holding the district accountable for the disgraceful actions of the perpetrators. This is untrue.
