Editor's note: In addition to our typical dive into the Prior Lake American's archives for this week's news from 60, 40 and 20 years ago, we introduce a new occasional column from longtime resident Kathy Dawson, an avid collector of Prior Lake's historical...
Prior Lake Chamber of Commerce members learned at its monthly luncheon held March 19 about major projects that have commanded the city's focus in the past year, along with what is planned in the near future.
Mayor Kirt Briggs and City Manager Jason...
The City of Prior Lake has launched a new website to provide residents with information and updates on the city's plans to improve its parks, trails, recreational facilities and equipment for the next 20-plus years.
Most of the city's parks require...
Rachel Thibault set her sights last summer on collecting at least 500 books that could be donated to local nonprofit organizations.
She is a member of Prior Lake Junior Optimists, who along with other local students, attended the international organization's...
Some residents along Upper Prior Lake have enjoyed lake access through a city-owned property, but expanding demand has them looking to the city to formalize the arrangement.
The Prior Lake city council hosted members of the community at its March 11...
Before the spring sports calendar is in full swing, the News Compass is checking in with the coaches of Prior Lake varsity sports to get a preview of the competition ahead. Coach responses are lightly edited for clarity. Below is a look at the boys lacrosse...
Before the spring sports calendar is in full swing, the News Compass is checking in with the coaches of Prior Lake varsity sports to get a preview of the competition ahead. Coach responses are lightly edited for clarity. Below is a look at the girls golf...
Before the spring sports calendar is in full swing, the News Compass is checking in with the coaches of Prior Lake varsity sports to get a preview of the competition ahead. Coach responses are lightly edited for clarity. Below is a look at the boys tennis...
Area resident Manny Perez is no stranger to the restaurant business and will soon expand into downtown Prior Lake.
In the spring of 2026, he will be opening the doors to Chula's, a Mexican-Latin restaurant that is to be built on Colorado Street. Perez...
The Native American Student Coalition at Prior Lake High School will host a powwow on Saturday, March 22 from 1 to 6 p.m.
The Wayawa Wacipi is a first for the student-led group and will feature Native American drum presentations, dancing, singing and...
The City of Savage will again host the annual Arbor Day tree sale in partnership with the cities of Prior Lake and Credit River, along with Spring Lake Township.
A maximum of five trees per household can be ordered through this link: https://www.savagemn.gov/parks-recreation/arbor-day-tree-sale
Residents...
This report is based on information submitted by the Prior Lake Police Department for responses between March 5-10. All calls for service may not be included; all subjects arrested and named are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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