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🌱 How did Chaska’s runners stack up under the lights this year?

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In today's newsletter:

  • How did Chaska's runners stack up under the lights this year?
  • Which veteran-friendly job is open right now in Chaska?
  • What led to the Jordan crash that killed a Chaska resident?

Also on today's calendar: Tri-Chamber Mixer at Southern Social Chaska! and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a one-legged Big Foot? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Periods of rain, with a high of 65 and low of 60 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Humid with showers around, temps: high: 73, low: 53.
  • Thursday: Clouds and sun; less humid, with a high of 67 and low of 43 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Under the Lights 2026 (milesplit.com) — Chaska runners had a strong showing at the Under the Lights 2026 meet, with several boys and girls posting competitive 5K times against big programs like Eden Prairie, Wayzata, and Northfield. The detailed results list dozens of Chaska athletes by name, giving families and fans a clear look at how local runners stacked up across multiple races.
   

• Hiring Veterans: Jobs of the week for Sept. 28, 2026 (va.gov) — Veterans in Chaska may want to check out a Sales Specialist opening at Home Depot listed in this week's nationwide roundup of veteran-friendly jobs. The post also highlights virtual career webinars, franchise coaching, and VA employment opportunities designed to translate military experience into civilian careers.
   

• Police find 27 open liquor bottles in SUV after deadly Jordan crash: Charges (fox9.com) — A 69-year-old man from Chaska was killed and his wife seriously injured when their Miata was struck in Jordan by an SUV that allegedly ran a stop sign at highway speeds. Police say they found 27 open or empty liquor bottles in the Bronco and have charged the other driver with criminal vehicular homicide and related offenses.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation posted a job opening for Maintenance Clerk in Chaska. Apply here.
  • Eastern Carver County Schools posted a job opening for Substitute Nutrition Services (2025-2026 School Year) in Chaska. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Chaska here.

🗞 Nearby News

Shakopee

  • Todd Ashley Smith – KDWA 1460 AM & FM 97.7 (kdwa.com)
  • Discounted Minnesota Renaissance Festival Tickets 2026 (twincitiesfrugalmom.com)
  • Youth Minister Charged After Nude Photo Requests, Assault (mncrime.com)

Eden Prairie

  • Eden Prairie cyclist recovering after cardiac arrest, bypass surgery (eplocalnews.org)
  • When theater refuses to be silenced: 'Indecent' at the Ritz (eplocalnews.org)

Edina

  • 'Somali Teens And Young Adults' Tied To 2nd Edina Shooting In 2 Months, Police Chief Says (patch.com)

Ok Chaska! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Hop Squatch! (Thank you Terri R. for sending it in!)
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