Americans are seeing the shortcoming of “green energy” as it fails to deliver for the citizens of Texas. Heralded by those who champion “alternatives,” it is obvious that wind and solar cannot deliver what is promised.
We would like to thank the many firefighters and first responders who worked through the night, early on Tuesday, Feb. 16, in temperatures more than 20 degrees below zero, to control and extinguish the fire that destroyed our machine shop.
On Thursday, Feb. 11, I took a shortcut through the Kohl’s parking lot in Chaska, not realizing the entire parking lot had not been snow-plowed. I became stuck in the snow, unable to move my car.
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This week’s complaint from Crystal Quiring ("We are still out here," Feb. 4) is that only one of the editorial letters (written in the week after the attack on the Capitol) was written from the conservative point of view.
Student loans — it was the way to get ahead by getting that higher education, meaning better paying jobs, which also mean that paying off those student loans would be fairly easy, unless you fall on hard times, as we have had this past year.
The U.S. Postal Service prefers that we collect our mail from neighborhood cluster mail facilities. They pitch it to us and builders by saying our mail is more safe in a solid locked box.
I just read the Jan. 14 issue of the Herald.
Minnesota winter means we’re not only dealing with COVID-19 cases, but the cold and flu too.
I was disappointed in the front page of the Jan. 14 paper. As I was reading this, I was watching Mike Lindell walking around the White House.
Elections as of right now are done. I have no idea why political views are such a way of thought, but it would be nice if we can put all of that to the side for now.
Let’s demand of our government representatives that they accurately quote the words of people when speaking on the floor of the Congress.
In response to the article about railroad noise complaints ("Racket over rails," Jan. 7).
Our country and our very democracy were attacked on Wednesday, Jan. 6 as lawmakers met to certify the results of a free and fair election.
On behalf of the residents of Auburn Manor in Chaska, we would like to extend our greatest appreciation to all who helped to make our Christmas special!
The Trump presidency has ended the way it began — with me reassuring my children that everything will be alright.
The recent trend from "big tech" to silence targeted voices is an affront to our liberties guaranteed by the First Amendment. The very notion of striking back because of a difference in political opinion is contrary to the core of our democracy.
To the Republican politicians, RNC, and Republican party as a whole:
Goodbye 2020. Don’t let the door hit you in the keister.
I would like to acknowledge and thank the city of Chaska for the care and attention they provide for their senior citizens!
Three cheers for the Southwest News Media front page heralding Christmas!
Thank you Southwest News Media and the Chanhassen Villager/Chaska Herald for the beautiful picture and the Biblical Christmas message of the K.J.V. of Luke chapter 2 on the front page of your Christmas Eve edition.
The coronavirus has been horrible due to the loss of lives, closing of businesses, forced online education and destructive government lockdowns which have resulted in lost freedoms (e.g. worship, dining, sports, indoor fitness, concerts, volunteering, gatherings, travel, funerals, etc.).
What a wonderful argument to allow this change because some surrounding communities do ("Boats, RVs in driveway?" Dec. 17).
Before the new year starts and the Eastern Carver County School Board welcomes our two newly elected board members, I want to acknowledge our two outgoing board members, Amy Logue and Ron Meyer.
The Electoral College should be maintained, but modified.
Saturday, Dec. 5, our community leaders did their part to make sure our veteran brothers and sisters were taken care of during the holidays.
In the Nov. 19 edition, the county released an accounting of how they distributed $2.9 million of its $12.85 million that it received through the CARES funding.
I write this as a paid subscriber to the Chaska Herald and a firm believer in the benefit of local journalism.
Audrey Kennedy’s article in the 55+ and Fabulous section of the November 2020 Chaska Herald and Chanhassen Villager highlighting volunteer opportunities for seniors was excellent. ("How seniors can volunteer during COVID-19.")
In a letter to the editor on the Nov. 19 edition ("Did not vote against Republican ideals") Ted Larson repeated a question he said he’d heard a number of times, “Why did Joe Biden do better than other Democratic candidates?“ He said he’s surprised at questions like this given what he charact…
While the final chapter has yet to be written concerning the presidential outcome, there are serious issues that must be addressed in order to ensure voter integrity for the future.
Several months ago I wrote a letter to the editor requesting donations of homemade face masks for the patients at American Indian Community Development Corporation-Withdrawal Management. The response was outstanding, and I cannot be more grateful to those who donated. Thank you so much. Most…
I would like to thank Randy Maluchnik for the exemplary work he did as a Carver County commissioner.
Thank you to those who voted for me as your next Victoria City Council member. I am humbled and honored.
The discussion in your voting analysis of red vs. blue voting, "How come Joe Biden did better than other Democratic candidates?" ("Taking a left turn?" Nov. 12), mirrored national level discussion that I heard on the radio.
I wanted to take some time and both reflect and recognize a person who has touched so many lives in our community and recently passed away unexpectedly, and that’s Karen L Campbell.
I want to congratulate Jeff Ross, Angela Erickson and Sean Olson for their election to the Eastern Carver County School Board. I am thankful that we have such talented people in our community that are willing to essentially volunteer their time to continue the tradition of excellence that ha…
The signs are down, but the message remains — YOU are the reason we ran, and it is YOU we will serve. I’m honored and humbled to be elected your new county commissioner. We’re proud of a race rooted in positivity, unify and substance. Simply, thank you!
Hello Carver County residents! I am Linda, a lost and found cat volunteer in Carver County.
The members of American Legion Auxiliary Chaska Unit 57 would like to express our sincere appreciation for the men and women who served in the United States Armed Forces.
The Board of Beyond New Beginnings offers its gratitude to the newspaper for publishing the story ("Above and Beyond") about our program in its recent editions.
Every American voter deserves to have their voices heard and the votes counted.
I was saddened to read about the passing of Karen Campbell in the last issue of the Chaska Herald.
This is probably the worst election I remember.
Thank you once again to all the great donors who donated blood on Oct. 19.
The Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness is the crown-jewel of Minnesota, and a haven for families across the country to retreat to, connect with nature, and make cherished memories.
Thank you to the Chanhassen Lions Club for their food drive that provided 1,541 pounds of food and $850 for the Bountiful Basket Food Shelf that serves individuals and families in the Chanhassen area who are in need of food assistance.
John P. Fahey represents the very essence of what Carver County is all about: citizenship, leadership, business ownership, volunteerism and most importantly, family values.
