Prior Lake residents had many opportunities to start celebrating the Christmas season long before the holiday arrives.
Here's a sampling of the many activities enjoyed throughout the month.
Photographers: Connie Carlson, Lois Kocon and Laurie Hartmann
Sheldon Bryant never sits still for very long, but in the past month served as a frequent Santa fill-in, putting on the red suit 14 times, adding cheer to a variety of local events.
He has become well-known throughout the community after moving...
We've listened to hundreds of local residents in recent months express how much they miss their local newspaper. For many, they had difficulty finding coverage on recent elections, community events, city and school meetings, high school activities, information...
The Prior Lake City Council gave final approval to the 2025 budget and property tax levy during its Dec. 10 meeting.
Finance Director Cathy Erickson outlined major budget fund categories for the coming year which total $47,515,822. More than $22 million...
A prominent supporter of the Prior Lake business community will be retiring next week, but not before city officials declared Dec. 19 her official day.
Prior Lake Chamber President Sandi Fleck will retire on Jan. 3 after serving as leader of the business...
Prior Lake City Councilmember Kevin Burkart will be leaving his elected post at the end of the month.
The two-term city councilmember was cited for accepting leadership positions on behalf of Prior Lake on a variety of organizations that focus on transportation...
Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church and Smoke Signals are partnering to provide a free monthly community meal for all area residents, especially those experiencing food insecurity. The meal will be served the last Thursday of each month from 5:15 to...
Labor agreements with police officers and sergeants in 2025 were approved by the Prior Lake City Council at the Dec. 10 meeting.
Key changes to the current police officer contract include:
Unscheduled officers who are called to work on New Years...
Local voters reelected Kirt Briggs for a third term as Prior Lake's mayor on Nov. 5, with Zach Braid returning for another four years on the Prior Lake City Council, having already served two terms. Newcomer Ethan Hellier will fill the council seat vacated...
