The Lake Minnetonka Historical Society will present “Welcome to the 20th Century: Wayzata and the North Shore” with historian Joanie Holst at …
A canceled derby did little to stop Klondike Dog Derby fans from coming out to Maynards in Excelsior on Jan. 31 and Feb. 1 to listen to some t…
From 1-5 p.m., the annual Cutest Puppy Contest courtesy of the Klondike Dog Derby kicked off at Back Channel Brewing Co. in Spring Park. Entri…
Parking has been a longtime woe in Excelsior, with concerns at the forefront of many city council meetings and coming from the mouths of resid…
The bonding proposal includes $10M for Rapidan Dam recovery
The Wayzata West Metro Chamber of Commerce held its first Leadership Luncheon of the new year Jan. 16. Hennepin County Sheriff Dawanna Witt wa…
Since stepping foot in Excelsior as the business owner behind Abundant Kitchen in 2019, Becki Melvie's life has gotten even more interesting.
Around 150 students representing 15 local high schools will gather Saturday, Jan. 25, at Hamline University to compete in the 2025 Minnesota S…
From 1-5 p.m., the annual Cutest Puppy Contest courtesy of the Klondike Dog Derby kicked off at Back Channel Brewing Co. in Spring Park. Entri…
Parking has been a longtime woe in Excelsior, with concerns at the forefront of many city council meetings and coming from the mouths of resid…
The bonding proposal includes $10M for Rapidan Dam recovery
The Wayzata West Metro Chamber of Commerce held its first Leadership Luncheon of the new year Jan. 16. Hennepin County Sheriff Dawanna Witt wa…
THURSDAY, JAN. 23
Since stepping foot in Excelsior as the business owner behind Abundant Kitchen in 2019, Becki Melvie's life has gotten even more interesting.
Around 150 students representing 15 local high schools will gather Saturday, Jan. 25, at Hamline University to compete in the 2025 Minnesota S…
Despite chilly temperatures climbing down due to some hefty winds and a chunk of the event being canceled due to a lack of substantial snow, S…
Secretary of State Steve Simon and House Democrats have asked the Minnesota Supreme Court to intervene in the partisan power struggle that kic…
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During the first work session of 2025 for the Excelsior City Council, new mayor Gary Ringate and new council members Tim Bildsoe and Chrystal …
The next Art on the Lake will take place June 14-15, and the Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Chamber of Commerce is currently taking artist and make…
A year-end reflection from the Hennepin County Library revealed that total checkouts physically and digitally totaled to more than 11.3 millio…
Excelsior was hustling and bustling in 2024 all around the city as residents from the city and South Lake Minnetonka, alongside visitors, kept…
The community is remembering philanthropist and businesswoman Dorothie "Dottie" Dekko of Excelsior, who passed away Dec. 15.
City councils across South Lake Minnetonka varied in the levy increases they approved for 2025.
While holiday season festivities provides a chance for everyone to relax and unwind, oftentimes these celebrations also involve substances tha…
Property owners in Hennepin County have until Dec. 31 to complete a homestead application for 2025.
“Your neighborhood cozy cocktail bar," is how Jester Concepts owner Brent Frederick described the new Parlour Bar located at 200 Water St. in …
The City of Shorewood has announced that its ice rinks are now open for the winter, including rinks at Cathcart Park, 26655 W. 62nd St., and M…
After nearly ten years, Minnesota Makers in Excelsior is closing. This is the last location for the local artist shop.
After a year full of parking woes for the Excelsior area and construction that has changed the area for residents and visitors, the One West D…
THURSDAY, DEC. 19
The Greater Wayzata Area Chamber announced an official rebranding, complete with a new name and logo on Dec. 10. Helping not only Wayzata but …
Council split over unique proposal from Excelsior Saunas
THURSDAY, DEC. 12
The University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum is lighting up its Chanhassen campus with the annual Winter Lights display Nov. 21 through Jan…
The Hennepin County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) is reminding residents that ice is never 100% safe. According to the Sheriff's Office, ice conditi…
Good news for Excelsior residents: The final 2025 levy has come down to a 4.62% or $118,389 increase.
THURSDAY, DEC. 5
Around 150 students representing 15 local high schools will gather Saturday, Jan. 25, at Hamline University to compete in the 2025 Minnesota S…
Despite chilly temperatures climbing down due to some hefty winds and a chunk of the event being canceled due to a lack of substantial snow, S…
Secretary of State Steve Simon and House Democrats have asked the Minnesota Supreme Court to intervene in the partisan power struggle that kic…
THURSDAY, JAN. 16
The Excelsior Morning Rotary has announced its 2025 Concerts in the Commons line-up for the incoming summer.
The Hennepin County Board voted to reappoint District 2 Commissioner Irene Fernando as chair.
Lack of snow canceled some of the planned activities
Hennepin County Commissioner Heather Edelson paid a visit to two of the cities in her district, Deephaven and Excelsior, on Jan. 6. Both city …
Lake Minnetonka Klondike Dog Derby organizers announced Thursday that a lack of snow on Lake Minnetonka will again cancel the race.
THURSDAY, JAN. 9
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is looking for passionate and dedicated students interested in learning more about natural resou…
During the first work session of 2025 for the Excelsior City Council, new mayor Gary Ringate and new council members Tim Bildsoe and Chrystal …
The next Art on the Lake will take place June 14-15, and the Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Chamber of Commerce is currently taking artist and make…
A year-end reflection from the Hennepin County Library revealed that total checkouts physically and digitally totaled to more than 11.3 millio…
Excelsior was hustling and bustling in 2024 all around the city as residents from the city and South Lake Minnetonka, alongside visitors, kept…
The community is remembering philanthropist and businesswoman Dorothie "Dottie" Dekko of Excelsior, who passed away Dec. 15.
City councils across South Lake Minnetonka varied in the levy increases they approved for 2025.
While holiday season festivities provides a chance for everyone to relax and unwind, oftentimes these celebrations also involve substances tha…
Property owners in Hennepin County have until Dec. 31 to complete a homestead application for 2025.
“Your neighborhood cozy cocktail bar," is how Jester Concepts owner Brent Frederick described the new Parlour Bar located at 200 Water St. in …
The Hennepin County Board voted to reappoint District 2 Commissioner Irene Fernando as chair.
Lack of snow canceled some of the planned activities
Hennepin County Commissioner Heather Edelson paid a visit to two of the cities in her district, Deephaven and Excelsior, on Jan. 6. Both city …
Lake Minnetonka Klondike Dog Derby organizers announced Thursday that a lack of snow on Lake Minnetonka will again cancel the race.
THURSDAY, JAN. 9
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is looking for passionate and dedicated students interested in learning more about natural resou…
During the first work session of 2025 for the Excelsior City Council, new mayor Gary Ringate and new council members Tim Bildsoe and Chrystal …
The next Art on the Lake will take place June 14-15, and the Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Chamber of Commerce is currently taking artist and make…
A year-end reflection from the Hennepin County Library revealed that total checkouts physically and digitally totaled to more than 11.3 millio…
Excelsior was hustling and bustling in 2024 all around the city as residents from the city and South Lake Minnetonka, alongside visitors, kept…
The community is remembering philanthropist and businesswoman Dorothie "Dottie" Dekko of Excelsior, who passed away Dec. 15.
City councils across South Lake Minnetonka varied in the levy increases they approved for 2025.
While holiday season festivities provides a chance for everyone to relax and unwind, oftentimes these celebrations also involve substances tha…
Property owners in Hennepin County have until Dec. 31 to complete a homestead application for 2025.
