The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community hosted its annual Wacipi on Aug. 15-17, with thousands attending the Native American gathering each day.
Wacipi, or powwow, is a celebration of life, pride and honor. Meaning “they dance” in the Dakota language,...
It was a great day to play in the mud without parental objections!
The Muddy Buddy Run, sponsored by the City of Prior Lake's Parks and Recreation Department, drew 97 youngsters who signed up for the event held last Friday, Aug. 15.
They definitely...
Ben Bakeberg, first elected to the Minnesota House of Representatives in 2022, announced last week his candidacy for the Senate District 54 seat.
Bakeberg is the only school administrator serving in a state government position and is the current...
Anyone driving, biking, running or walking in Prior Lake this summer has surely noticed the dramatic increase in the use of electric bicycles and scooters.
At the Aug. 12 work session of the Prior Lake City Council, Police Commander Phil Englin presented...
The Prior Lake City Council approved its Capital Improvement Plan for the next five years during its meeting held Aug. 12.
The plan outlined major improvements recommended by city staff and addressed estimated project costs, funding sources and tax...
The Minnesota Valley Transit Authority has created a special ride schedule for area residents who wish to travel to and from the Minnesota State Fair.
Between Aug. 21 and Aug. 31, express bus service will be offered to the fair each day between 7 a.m....
More than 50 young creators and artists gathered at Twin Oaks Middle School on Aug. 14 for the 10th Annual Youth Art & Craft Market.
Talented youngsters displayed and sold a wide assortment of hand-made creations, including jewelry, toys, stuffed...
The Prior Lake-Savage Area School Board will have a new member come January who will serve for one year.
Two newcomers filed as candidates for the special election that will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 4. Affidavits of candidacy were filed by the 5 p.m....
Prior Lake High School fall sports teams started training on Aug. 11.
The Laker football, volleyball and soccer teams were on the fields and courts getting ready for the upcoming season. Scrimmages will start as early as Aug. 21 for some sports...
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 welcome occasional submissions from longtime resident Kathy Dawson, an avid collector of Prior Lake's historical...
Thousands showed up last weekend to celebrate Prior Lake Days, hosted by the Prior Lake Chamber of Commerce.
The event was kicked off with Friday evening's "Sip and Stroll" through which close to 750 ticket-holders could sample a variety of beverages...
The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community will host its annual Wacipi celebration Aug. 15-17.
Wacipi—or powwow—is a traditional Native American gathering, a celebration of life, pride, and honor. Meaning “they dance” in the Dakota language,...
