For years, the city of Independence has looked at ways to expand broadband access to more of its residents.
The Orono school board heard a presentation from Orono High School principal Dr. Amy Steiner about courses the school plans to offer for the 2…
When can a city council member abstain from a vote?
The Lake Minnetonka business community now has a partner for all of its print and digital needs — Minuteman Press. Pauline Krebs was looking f…
Six Mound Westonka High School seniors were invited to take part in this year’s prestigious Dorian Vocal Festival, hosted by Luther College in…
At its special city council meeting on Monday, Jan. 9, Maple Plain took steps to alleviate its snow removal issues.
The new Minnetonka Beach City Council got an update on the plans for a new water treatment plant for the city.
The operations of Cooks Bay Marketing and NFR Marketing Services combined to form a new Minneapolis-based creative marketing and advertising a…
For the first time since 2012, the Orono School Board meeting was chaired by somebody other than Bob Tunheim.
The newly elected Mound City Council held its first meeting of the year on Jan. 10 with Mayor Jason Holt and council members Sherrie Pugh and …
When can a city council member abstain from a vote?
The Lake Minnetonka business community now has a partner for all of its print and digital needs — Minuteman Press. Pauline Krebs was looking f…
Six Mound Westonka High School seniors were invited to take part in this year’s prestigious Dorian Vocal Festival, hosted by Luther College in…
At its special city council meeting on Monday, Jan. 9, Maple Plain took steps to alleviate its snow removal issues.
The new Minnetonka Beach City Council got an update on the plans for a new water treatment plant for the city.
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State Senator Warren Limmer (R- Maple Grove), Rep. Kristin Robbins (R-Maple Grove), and Rep. Andrew Myers (R-Tonka Bay) were sworn into office…
Editor's Note: This article has been updated on Jan. 23, 2023, to correct a quote from councilmember Alisa Benson.
Are you interested in learning more about law enforcement?
With the beginning of the new year, the city of Maple Plain will have a couple new voices guiding policy.
Mound Westonka High School Theatre and Grandview Middle School Troupers wrapped a successful production of "Oliver!" at the end of November. T…
Two teams of Grandview Middle School students competed in the High-Tech Kids FIRST Lego League Regional Tournament on Dec. 11 at Holy Family C…
The ground hasn’t been broken yet for the new Public Works building in Orono, but the project is moving forward.
Students at every school in the Westonka School District embraced the holiday spirit throughout December by collecting a variety of items for …
EDITOR'S NOTE: This article was updated on Jan. 26, 2023, to correct the name of the law firm retained by the city, which is Kennedy and Grave…
Scotty B’s Restaurant served its last meal on Dec 18 after three decades of providing family favorites in downtown Mound. A new Mexican restau…
The holiday lights were bright in Long Lake this season.
With the winter storm that went through the area last week, do you ever wonder when your street will get plowed by the city plows?
The Minnetonka Beach City Council ratified its 2023 final budget and tax levy certification at its last meeting of 2022.
The city of Long Lake has approved an increase in its 2023 tax levy of 10 percent.
A group of community members has raised $35,000 toward their goal of $200,000 for the Eli Hart Memorial Playground at Surfside Park. They hope…
The city of Independence has a 2023 budget.
The city of Orono has a budget for 2023.
The Orono School Board approved its final property tax levy for 2023 at the final meeting of the year.
The city of Maple Plain approved its 2023 tax levy at its final meeting of the year on Monday, Dec. 19.
The Mound City Council approved a 5 percent levy increase for 2023 at its meeting on Dec. 13. That figure is driven by operating and capital e…
The newly elected Mound City Council held its first meeting of the year on Jan. 10 with Mayor Jason Holt and council members Sherrie Pugh and …
Junior Natalie Miner has been selected as the Mound Westonka High School recipient of the Minnesota State High School League’s ExCEL Award. Ex…
The Minnetrista City Council gave preliminary approval for a five-year street reconstruction plan and authorized Ehlers Public Finance Advisor…
Congratulations to Firefighter Michael Jabs, the recipient of the Mound Fire Department Firefighter of the Year Award for 2022.
It's swim suit season in Minnesota.
Even though the show is over, the Orono High School Theatre production of “The Sound of Music” is still getting rave reviews.
The city of Maple Plain would like residents to know that it hears the complaints about the snow plowing this winter season and is working to …
Mound Westonka High School has chosen seniors Daniel Kaczanowski and Laura Sunnarborg to represent the school at the regional Triple “A” Award…
The first city council meeting of the year is usually for welcoming new members and assigning various appointments.
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Upgraded murder charges have been filed against a Minnesota mom who is accused of fatally shooting her 6-year-old son and s…
Do you have the urge to get out and golf?
State Senator Warren Limmer (R- Maple Grove), Rep. Kristin Robbins (R-Maple Grove), and Rep. Andrew Myers (R-Tonka Bay) were sworn into office…
Editor's Note: This article has been updated on Jan. 23, 2023, to correct a quote from councilmember Alisa Benson.
Are you interested in learning more about law enforcement?
With the beginning of the new year, the city of Maple Plain will have a couple new voices guiding policy.
Mound Westonka High School Theatre and Grandview Middle School Troupers wrapped a successful production of "Oliver!" at the end of November. T…
Two teams of Grandview Middle School students competed in the High-Tech Kids FIRST Lego League Regional Tournament on Dec. 11 at Holy Family C…
The ground hasn’t been broken yet for the new Public Works building in Orono, but the project is moving forward.
Students at every school in the Westonka School District embraced the holiday spirit throughout December by collecting a variety of items for …
EDITOR'S NOTE: This article was updated on Jan. 26, 2023, to correct the name of the law firm retained by the city, which is Kennedy and Grave…
Even though the show is over, the Orono High School Theatre production of “The Sound of Music” is still getting rave reviews.
The city of Maple Plain would like residents to know that it hears the complaints about the snow plowing this winter season and is working to …
Mound Westonka High School has chosen seniors Daniel Kaczanowski and Laura Sunnarborg to represent the school at the regional Triple “A” Award…
The first city council meeting of the year is usually for welcoming new members and assigning various appointments.
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Upgraded murder charges have been filed against a Minnesota mom who is accused of fatally shooting her 6-year-old son and s…
Do you have the urge to get out and golf?
State Senator Warren Limmer (R- Maple Grove), Rep. Kristin Robbins (R-Maple Grove), and Rep. Andrew Myers (R-Tonka Bay) were sworn into office…
Editor's Note: This article has been updated on Jan. 23, 2023, to correct a quote from councilmember Alisa Benson.
Are you interested in learning more about law enforcement?
With the beginning of the new year, the city of Maple Plain will have a couple new voices guiding policy.
Mound Westonka High School Theatre and Grandview Middle School Troupers wrapped a successful production of "Oliver!" at the end of November. T…
Two teams of Grandview Middle School students competed in the High-Tech Kids FIRST Lego League Regional Tournament on Dec. 11 at Holy Family C…
The ground hasn’t been broken yet for the new Public Works building in Orono, but the project is moving forward.
Students at every school in the Westonka School District embraced the holiday spirit throughout December by collecting a variety of items for …
