The first half of property taxes are due on Monday, May 17, according to a news release from Scott County. The Scott County Government Center in Shakopee remains closed to the public due to COVID-19, but there are options available to pay taxes, the county said.
April showers bring May flowers, and by the end of this particularly rainy month, there will be plenty of beautiful wildflowers sprouting across the state.
Southern Valley Alliance announces its 22nd annual gala, “Sip Away for SVA.”
Looking to chase down Easter eggs (or be handed some in a drive-thru)?
The first female mayor of Prior Lake wasn’t even on the ballot.
Former state senator Scott Jensen will run for Minnesota governor in 2022 as a Republican, he told the newspaper. The announcement follows the Chaska resident's single term in the Minnesota Senate.
Wayne Brommelsiek, a 71-year-old Chaska resident, is a runner. But it’s not the classic marathon type.
Plans are now underway for the fifth annual Scott County Fast Track Challenge, an annual event that helps new businesses in the county find their road to success.
It’s been about a year since COVID-19 reached our communities.
David Bedford has been “saving the world from mediocre apples” for 40-plus years.
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.
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.
The Scott County Sheriff’s Office was selected as a recipient of the 2020 Guardians of the Flame Award, according to a news release from the office. This award is normally presented at the annual Minnesota Sheriff’s Association Conference but was postponed due to the pandemic. The award was …
Shakopee resident Anne Meurer was elected chairwoman of the Scott County GOP on Feb. 1, replacing outgoing chairman Joseph Ditto, who did not run for reelection.
The Southern Valley Alliance is highlighting the prevalence and impact of dating violence on teens during February.
The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum is giving teachers two free tickets to visit the Arboretum in March.
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.
It’s only 3 p.m., but Canterbury Park’s Card Casino is already packed.
Southern Valley Alliance was able to provide over 60 families with holiday gifts this year during their annual Gifts of Hope Program. This program assists families impacted by domestic violence. Families receive toys, cleaning supplies, personal care products, blankets and hats and mittens. …
Christmas tree farms across the state opened the day after Thanksgiving to a rush of families ready to kick off the holiday season. But instead of picking a pre-cut tree this year, considering trying something new — chopping it down yourself.
Susan Timmerman’s foster cat had kittens just a few days before lockdowns began in March — and after her office quarantined, she was left at home with her own three cats, the mama cat and her seven kittens.
This spring came with a surge in both firearm prices and permit requests. That hasn’t slowed down much, according to area gun dealers and law enforcement officials.
As the world deals with mitigating the spread of COVID, local trees and firewood are in a quarantine of their own.
Savage City Administrator Brad Larson earned “fully satisfactory” and “commendable” marks on his annual performance evaluation with the city’s elected officials last month.
The sumac leaves have turned burgundy and prairie grass has transformed into golden waves. Overhead, flocks of migratory birds head south.
Area residents are invited to join in on the eighth annual South of the River CROP Hunger Walk at 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 4.
The second half of property taxes are due on Thursday, Oct. 15, according to a news release from Scott County. The Scott County Government Center in Shakopee remains closed to the public due to COVID-19, but there are options available to pay taxes, the county said.
If there was no pandemic, 21-year-old Colton McArdell would be spending his summer out of the house: swimming, bowling, going to church, riding his bike or hanging out with friends.
A dozen or so lawn chairs are scattered throughout rural Henderson on a sunny Saturday afternoon.
The Savage Pacer publishes our favorite photos submitted by readers through a (mostly) weekly contest.
The Savage Pacer publishes our favorite photos submitted by readers through a (mostly) weekly contest.
Paisley Park unveiled a new statue of Prince’s famous Love Symbol on Thursday, July 30.
The Savage City Council unanimously approved a temporary ordinance on Monday, July 20 amending city code to allow food trucks in the city
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Beginning Monday, July 20, all Scott County Library locations will reopen with limited express services, according to a news release from the county.
When the needs of Scott and Carver county residents changed at the beginning of the COVID-19 crisis, area food shelves adapted their services — thanks in part to donations from residents.
This friendly male orange tabby, his siblings, and mom cat were surrendered to Cat Tales Rescue. Remus is shy of strangers, but, gives kitty kisses, and likes brushing. Remus watches for you at the window, follows you around and plays with running water. He is easy-going, kitten-active, and …
A new friend? How about me, a lovely mostly black female born May 2018. I occasionally chatter to tell you about my needs. I'm cautiously friendly with strangers, but if I know you I'm very friendly and start purring as soon as you pet or brush me. I'll ankle rub, follow you around, and if y…
Sadly, Tiki’s elderly owner had to move to a residence that she couldn’t take her cat with. Tiki watches for you at the window, meets you at the door, ankle rubs, rolls over for tummy petting, and follows you around. She is OK being picked up, will give kitty kisses, rubs against your face, …
Over 150 people participated in the 21st Annual Jeans and Gems Gala to benefit the Southern Valley Alliance for Battered Women, now known as Southern Valley Alliance, on June 12.
Scott County snowmobile clubs’ annual landowner appreciation picnic scheduled for July has been canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic, the group announced this month.
The Savage Pacer publishes our favorite photos submitted by readers through a (mostly) weekly contest.
The Savage Pacer publishes our favorite photos submitted by readers through a (mostly) weekly contest.
Old computers and other electronics will be accepted for free recycling at a Prior Lake Rotary Club drive on Saturday, June 27, at Lunds & Byerlys.
COVID-19 has continued to change how medical centers do business, from new safety measures to telehealth.
The Savage Pacer publishes our favorite photos submitted by readers through a (mostly) weekly contest.
