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Mike Findling, then and now, holding a copy of the June 4, 1988, issue of Kerrang, a British magazine devoted to heavy metal music. Findling, as Chainsaw Caine, appeared on the cover.
Character driven: Remembering 'Chainsaw Caine'
by Mollee Francisco
These days, you might not necessarily recognize Mike Findling if you passed him on the street in his Chaska neighborhood. But put a black patch over his left eye and a chainsaw in his hands and for many Twin Cities music fans, the nostalgia of the 1980s comes flooding right back. Die-hards know Findling better as Chainsaw Caine, the bombastic lead singer of the heavy metal group Slave Raider. But today, he’s a bigger presence behind the scene...
COMMENTARY: Think about the future regarding lakes
by Lindsay Susla
There has been a lot of controversy surrounding the movement to inspect boats as they launch or leave lakes in Minnesota. So far, the discussion has been between the homeowners in this state. I am 19, and I’d like to give the perspective of a younger genera-tion. The spread of invasive species is something that has been dealt with for years. I remember when I was younger and Milfoil be-came a problem — it was annoying to get tangled in the we...
Carver man faces child porn charges
Randy D. Anderson of Carver was arrested by FBI Agents on Oct. 7 for production of child pornography, according to Donald E. Oswald, Special Agent in Charge of the FBI’s Minneapolis Field Office. The arrest was based upon a federal criminal complaint which was issued the previous day. Anderson was charged in the complaint with one count of production of child pornography, in violation of Title 18, U.S.C., Section 2251(a), according to an FBI ...
Let's Go: Clouds-eye view, almost anyway
by Daniel Huss
Ever see a guy wade deep into the ocean just to get a better picture of a sunset? The Three Rivers Park District can do better than that. This weekend, they’re giving fall chairlift rides. Those that want a clouds-eye view of autumn can get one. If you just a want to ride a chair lift to one of the highest points in the Metro area, you can do that too. “We’ve been doing this for 18 years,” said Fred Seymour, Three Rivers Park District senior ...
Chan 57, Chaska 7
Score: Chan 57, Chaska 7 (according to Scoreboard Twitter feed) Remember, due to the Jewish holiday of Yom Kippur, tonight's football game between Chanhassen (1-4) and Chaska (1-4) starts at 5 p.m. at Storm Stadium. It is also youth football night at the game.
In fall, the hunt is on—both here and in Sweden
The leaves are donning their final beauty until they freeze and fall. Hunters are anxiously waiting for November, when hunting season begins for firearms. My dad’s nephew was in Minnesota from Dalarna, Sweden in August. Torsten and his wife, Anna wanted to come in the fall be-fore the snow hits in Minnesota. They had to get back to their home in Sweden for the moose hunt which begins in the middle of September. South of the provinces of Dala...
Halloween fun at the farm
Dress in costume for family fun at the farm with Gale Woods Farm Saturday, Oct. 29. Walk on the wild side through our garden trail of entertaining costumed characters and visit with our Mad Scientist, who will amaze you with nature's kooky creations. Meet a live owl and tour the barn to see the farm animals. Relax at a bonfire for stories and songs. Make crafts, play games to win prizes, and have Halloween treats from the farm. Admis-sion is $...
Halloween fun on the farm
Dress in costume for family fun at the farm with Gale Woods Farm Saturday, Oct. 29. Walk on the wild side through our garden trail of entertaining costumed characters and visit with our Mad Scientist, who will amaze you with nature's kooky creations. Meet a live owl and tour the barn to see the farm animals. Relax at a bonfire for stories and songs. Make crafts, play games to win prizes, and have Halloween treats from the farm. Admis-sion is...
Council to consider fate of abandoned property
An abandoned duplex that has been a nuisance for several years is scheduled to be discussed by the Chanhassen City Council on Oct. 10. The property, located at 6850 and 6852 Nez Perce Drive, hasn’t been occupied since 1997, according to a city report. City staff has recorded code violations at the site, including tall grass complaints. Water service has been shut off for several years. The county auditor has stated that if delinquent taxes are...
Five alarm fun
by Unsie Zuege
Last Saturday, hundreds of kids and their parents visited the Victoria Fire Station for its annual Fire Awareness Open House. Firefighters extended the truck rides by an extra half hour due to demand. Click here for more photos. Photos by Unsie Zuege
Business owner throws out a community-wide education challenge
by By Unsie Zuege
As a former engineering professional, Gary Alick knows what it takes to succeed in engineering and the sciences. So he was ex-cited to learn that District 112 elementary schools are implementing STEM into their curriculums. STEM is an acronym for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. It’s a way of teaching those disciplines in a way that helps students become creative problem solvers. STEM methods teach creativity, problem solvin...
Ensuring that drivers have the best seat on the road
by By Unsie Zuege
PHOTOS BY UNSIE ZUEGE More than two dozen drivers, ages 50 and up, participated in the CarFit safety program last Friday in the Victoria Fire Station. Photos (click here ) include Victoria resident Ron Allen who assessed his results with an occupational therapist. CarFit helps seniors adjust their car’s seating, steering wheels, seatbelts, and mirrors to better fit them and make driving safer. Other CarFit technicians included Sue Bill, Linda...
3Qs: Chan High School Mascot Thunder
by Unsie Zuege
Chanhassen High School’s mascot “Thunder” was formally introduced to the world at Chanhassen High School’s 2011 commencement program in June. Thunder burst from the wings of the stage, flexed, pumped his arms, and worked the audience into a mild frenzy, insuring that the class of 2011 would have at least one lasting common memory of high school seared into their collective minds. Months after graduation, we couldn’t stop thinking about Thunde...
COMMENTARY: Technology powers learning
by Jim Leone
On Sept. 8, the School Board voted unanimously to bring a technology referendum to residents of Eastern Carver County Schools. This is an action we’re taking on behalf of the children you elected us to serve – 9,000 this year and growing. In recent years we have challenged our outstanding educators to secure the best education possible for our students by re-examining our K-12 program. They answered that challenge with strengthened curriculum...
MOD SQUAD As Crown Victoria model phases out, new-look squad cars on the way
by Richard Crawford
Squad cars are beginning to have a new look in Carver County. For Carver County Sheriff’s Office vehicles, the look is dramati-cally different. Law enforcement agencies throughout the country are in the process of assessing what vehicles to use in the future, after Ford Motor Company discontinued production of the Crown Victoria, which has been the vehicle of choice for the vast majority of agen-cies. There are several vehicles competing t...
Public Notices from the October 6, 2011 Chanhasse Villager
Are you interested in reading the public notices published in the October 6, 2011 print edition of the Chanhassen Villager newspaper? The page or pages on which those notices were printed are attached to this item, in the form of .pdf’s that can be opened with Adobe Acrobat.
Dig Pink Night
by Eric Kraushar
October is breast cancer awareness month and Chanhassen Storm Volleyball will be supporting the Side-Out Foundation's efforts toward raising funds to award grants to medical research organizations and entities dedicated to providing compassionate support to breast cancer patients and their families. During tonight's match with Chaska, the Storm will host Dig Pink Night. An online donation site has been made available for those that wish to c...
Storm football players to go pink Friday
by Unsie Zuege
Chanhassen High School’s football team is leading the charge for breast cancer awareness in October. At this Friday night’s football game against the Chaska Hawks, Storm players will be wearing pink socks in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October. The idea sprouted for Nathan Holasek after his grandmother was diagnosed with breast cancer last winter. In addition, his mother Laura Holasek coordinates the breast cancer awareness...
Obituary for Charles D. Folch
Charles D. Folch, 48, former Chanhassen resident and former City Engineer/Director of Public Works, passed away at his home in Fountain Hills, AZ on July 27, 2011 after a valiant fight against cancer. Friends are invited to a Celebration of Life Service on Wednesday, Oct. 19, at the Olympic Hills Golf Club in Eden Prairie from 5:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Chamber supports Dist. 112 technology referendum
At its recent board meeting, the SouthWest Metro Chamber of Commerce board of directors voted to support District 112’s upcoming technology referendum question, citing the benefits to business of a prepared and educated workforce, according to a chamber press release. The question, which will be on the ballot on Nov. 8 is asking taxpayers for $1.98 million per year for the next 10 years. The dollars generated by the referendum will be used to...
Don't break the bank on holiday decorating
Love the beauty of holiday decorating but not the bucks it takes to do a nice job? Join Becky Loe...
And the winners are...
Congratulations to Jennifer Bharucha, Sara Rohe and Jess Lundgren, winners in our latest Savvy.mn...
Football: Back to the state tournament for the Fire
Holy Family Catholic Head Coach Dave Hopkins called the 2011 season a "rebuilding year." Throu...
Football: Fourth-quarter touchdown sends Eagles to state
Dave Nelson stood on the sidelines, looking up at the clock as time winded down in the fourth ...
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