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Obituaries for July 7
by Southwest Obituaries
Mabel J. Kollasch Mabel Kollasch, 85, of Shakopee, died Tuesday, June 28, 2011 at The Lodge on Natchez, Elko. Mabel was born in Lakota, IA, Sept.8, 1925 to John and Gertie (Helmers) Roelfsema. She married Donald Kollasch Feb. 6, 1946 Ledyard, IA. Mabel was a retired employee of I.T.T. Schadow. She is survived by children, Terry (Heidi) of Colorado, Skipp of Iowa, Scott (Mikki), Donna (Tom) Bullock, Lori (Tim) Hohenstein, all of Shakop...
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The growing caseload handled by Dr. Lindsey Thomas is evidenced by the file cabinets: one drawer for Chisago County cases from 1986 to 1991; now one drawer per year.
PREVIEW: More money for new morgue?
by Shannon Fiecke
Medical examiner Dr. Lindsey Thomas wants to leave Scott County in good hands when she retires. But forensic pathologists are hard to come by. It may be impossible to find a replacement unless the Minnesota Regional Medical Examiner’s Office in Hastings is relocated. Thomas shares the basement of Regina Medical Center, where bodies come in the same door as the hospital’s outpatients. The caseload has grown nearly five times and exams have mo...
Municipal liquor stores still make money, but can no longer fund extras
by Nancy Huddleston
SAVAGE - The city’s municipal liquor operation is still making money, but the tap has run dry on using the fund to help pay for extras. “The liquor fund has done great things for the city over the years,” said Matthew Mayer of Kern, DeWenter, Viere Ltd. when the 2010 audit was presented last month to the Savage City Council. “There have been a lot of transfers over the years to subsidize the general fund, pay library bonds and pay for a portio...
Former Shakopee principal is finalist for Red Lake superintendent job
Jim Murphy, former principal at Shakopee High School, is one of four finalists interviewing for the superintendent position in the Red Lake School District in northern Minnesota. Murphy was one five finalists selected to interview; however, one withdrew, according to the Bemidji Pioneer . The other finalists to interview are: Kevin Abrahamson, curriculum coordinator and principal at St. Louis County Schools, based in Virginia, Minn. ...
'Curtains' takes the stage next weekend
by Kristin Holtz
The River Valley Theatre Company is bringing a musical comedy whodunit to the Shakopee community with its production of “Curtains.” This is a musical comedy about a Broadway musical in out-of-town tryouts in the 1950s. When the unpopular leading lady dies on opening night the mystery begins. Mayhem ensues while the struggling show attempts to rehearse. Murders are solved and the musical goes on thanks to the theater-loving Detective Frank Ciof...
Births: Ristau, Butler, Ray
by Kristin Holtz
Ristau Corey and Anastasia (Sullwold) Ristau announce the birth of their daughter, Brielle Anastasia, who was born at 1:29 p.m. April 8, 2011, at St. Francis Regional Medical Center in Shakopee. Brielle weighed 7 pounds, 3 ounces and was 21 inches long. She has blue eyes. Grandparents are Paul and Christina Sullwold of Shakopee and Marv and Jane Ristau of Mansfield, S.D. Elijah Corey, 22 months, welcomed Brielle home. Brielle was baptiz...
Letters from June 30
Tell governor to approve budget bill When sitting around the dinner table and discussing the day’s events, you may wonder, should I care about that shutdown thing in St. Paul? If you live in Scott County, the answer is ABSOLUTELY! If you want evidence as to how big our state government has grown, and how intertwined it is now with our daily lives, here are some examples of how Gov. Dayton’s shutdown will hurt you. + Construction at Highway...
Rollover blocking SB I-35W traffic
by Pat Minelli
A large truck rollover on southbound Interstate Highway 35W near Blackdog Road is blocking traffic, according to Minnesota Department of Transportation officials. The rollover, which is just south of the Minnesota River Bridge, is blocking three lanes of the southbound roadway. Traffic is moving on the shoulder only. The rollover occurred at approximately 2:40 p.m. Emergency vehicles on the scene also are blocking two lanes of traffic in the ...
Motorcycle ride Saturday to benefit Bridging program
by Pat Minelli
Arizonas Restaurant in Shakopee is sponsoring a charity motorcycle run Saturday to benefit Bridging. Motorcycles will depart from Arizonas, located inside Americas Best Value Inn and Suites, 1244 Canterbury Road S., at noon and will travel to Hog Wild in Henderson. They will return to Arizonas for live music on the patio, food and a silent auction. Participants will pay $15 for a single rider and $25 for a couple. Those who choose not to ride ...
Photo by Meryn Fluker
Photo by Meryn Fluker
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Water babies
August Duehr (left) and Shea Kanning, both 2, of Shakopee, enjoy Prior Lake’s cool waters on June 24 at the first Family Beach Day of the summer. The city-sponsored event at Watzl’s Beach featured a hula-hoop contest, dancing and crafts.
Editorial: Open up process of hiring SHS principal
From the June 30 Shakopee Valley News The Shakopee School Board in April hired Kim Swift as the new principal of Shakopee High School. As we said previously in this space, she appears to be a good pick. We just wish the public would have been invited to be part of the selection process. In March, the district formed a hiring committee to screen applicants and conduct interviews, according to Human Resources Manager Shaleen Roth. On March 1...
Video: Rod Thompson, Shakopee's superintendent selection, answers community questions
by Kristin Holtz
The Shakopee School Board selected Rod Thompson as its next district superintendent June 29. Thompson, superintendent of St. Anthony/New Brighton Public Schools, meets the community during an open forum June 29.
Funeral service for Joy Kowitz
Joy E. Kowitz Joy Kowitz, 83 year old resident of Royalton, MN, died Friday, July 1 at St. Otto’s Care Center in Little Falls, MN. A funeral service will be held Saturday, July 16 at 2:30 p.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Royalton. Visitation will be from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.. Saturday, July 16 at the church. Burial will be at Riverside Cemetery in Royalton immediately following the service. Arrangements for Joy are with the Emblom-Brenn...
Average gas price in Twin Cities up 8.5 cents in past week
by Pat Minelli
Average retail gasoline prices in Twin Cities have risen 8.5 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.56 Monday. That compares with the national average that has increased 0.5 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.57, according to gasoline price website TwinCitiesGasPrices.com. Including the change in gas prices in Twin Cities during the past week, prices yesterday were 90.7 cents per gallon higher than the same day one year ago and ...
Births: Smith, Schneider, Morton, Hentges
by Kristin Holtz
Smith Matt and Jenny Smith of Jordan announce the birth of their son, Dominic Dean, who was born at 4:59 p.m. Feb. 10, 2011, at St. Francis Regional Medical Center in Shakopee. Dominic weighed 7 pounds, 5 ounces and was 20 inches long. He has blue eyes and brown hair. Grandparents are Hank and Carol Breeggemann and the late Alvin and Annie Smith, all of Shakopee. Great-grandparents are Dean and Verena Smith and Donald and Marian Breeggem...
July Fourth, by the numbers
by Pat Minelli
Happy July Fourth! On this day in 1776, the Declaration of Independence was approved by the Continental Congress, setting the 13 colonies on the road to freedom as a sovereign nation. As always, this most American of holidays will be marked by parades, fireworks and backyard barbecues across the country. Here are some facts, by the numbers, courtesy of the U.S. Census Bureau: 2.5 million In July 1776, the estimated number of people liv...
Sue Heaton was 36 when she was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 1997. A well-known area cancer survivor, Heaton is this year’s Scott County Relay for Life honorary chair.
Sue Heaton was 36 when she was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 1997. A well-known area cancer survivor, Heaton is this year’s Scott County Relay for Life honorary chair.
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Prior Lake woman finds life in breast cancer diagnosis
by Kristin Holtz
Sue Heaton laughs as she talks about her family’s basement in Prior Lake. In one corner sits a heap of dorm essentials — her daughter is home from college. The couch is piled high in blue and gold party favors — she’s a big-time Laker supporter. Another nook and cranny is full of pink pompoms, masks and boas, remnants of her famous Uplifters parties. “Pink was never my color, just so you know,” she said. But pink has become the rallying cry f...
Youth firearms safety course offered
by Pat Minelli
Scott County youth firearms instructors are accepting registrations for the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources-certified firearm safety course starting Aug. 4. Classes run from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the Scott County Law Enforcement Center in Shakopee in Room A241. Classes will be conducted on Tuesday and Thursday nights through Aug. 30. There is also a range day on Saturday, Aug. 27 from 8 a.m. to approximately 1:30 p.m. Students must...
Canterbury remains closed, but judge rules that Minnesota Zoo can open
Ramsey County District Court Judge Kathleen Gearin ruled against Canterbury Park, but she ruled today that the Minnesota Zoo can remain open during the state government shutdown. The zoo announced that it will open at 9 a.m. Sunday. Zoo officials said a statute declaring admissions revenue to be a permanent appropriation means the facility could continue functioning without new state money.
Sunday, Monday races, fireworks show canceled
by Pat Minelli
Canterbury Park has announced that due to the state shutdown and a ruling by a judge that would have allowed the Shakopee track to stay open, it was canceling races on Sunday and Monday as well as the popular fireworks display Sunday. “I am extremely disappointed in Judge Gearin’s interpretation and ruling,” Canterbury Park President Randy Sampson said. “We will seek an expedited appeals process. This is potentially devastating to Minnesota’s ...
Chef Marianne Miller's Grilled Chicken Breasts with Orange Chipotle
Chef Marianne Miller of Saga Hill Cooking School is featured in the August edition of Savvy.mn Ma...
Baby Got Blood
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Brewers hit first rough patch of season
For the first time all season, things aren't going the Jordan Brewers' way. The Brewers ha...
Post No. 2 finishes strong
It's playoff time. The Shakopee American Legion team enters the Third District playoffs on...
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New, improved parking
Photo by Unsie Zuege Hey, you know it's a small town when the big news is that the parking lot...
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