Joe Vertnik is saving his $10,000 winnings by investing in stocks and bonds.
Team of Wayzata High School students take first in their challenge at regionals and are favorites heading into the State Tournament in April.
Six swimmers and two divers from Orono and Mound Westonka advance to the Class A Boys State Swimming and Diving Tournament Feb. 28-March 2 at the U of M. Mound sets five new school records; Jordahl continues undefeated season.
Hockey players were among those suspended last week; police dismiss citations; parents flood school board meeting.
Hettie Stern, a senior at Wayzata High School, has a five-year-old sister, Elizabeth. Elizabeth has been enrolled in social skills development classes at West Metro for the last two years with the assistance of Metro Friendship Foundation.
Sheriff says building is not just a need but a critical need, predicts Hennepin County's emergency communications would be in jeopardy without it.
The 26 honorees will be awarded plaques at the River Centre in St. Paul during the State Tournament.
Veteran doctor battles PTSD, investigates mysterious murders in new novel; “Past Aghast” by Dr. Edwin Dasso takes a fictional look at a veteran’s life with post-traumatic stress disorder.
Deaths in Stillwater and Lake Minnetonka; dozens of cars, snowmobiles and ATVs have broken through area ice this winter.
Grammy Award winners promise to draw a dancing army of kids and their parents to Lake Minnetonka this June.
Dubbed "Winter Storm Q," the storm will make morning travel around Lake Minnetonka and the entire Metro area slow and hazardous.
David Marion owned International Rarities Corporation (IRC) and received over $2 million in coins, precious metals and money from customers who intended to purchase or exchange coins and precious metals.
After removal dates, shelters may remain on the ice between midnight and one hour before sunrise only when occupied or attended.
Information provided by the Orono Police Department.
Karen Orcutt has served as Orono’s superintendent since 2004.
City council overturns Heritage Preservation Committee resolution; Mayor says hotel will re-establish Excelsior as a destination city. Next: approval of final plans.
Zoe Johnson is a graduate of Our Lady of the Lakes and Holy Family. She now attends Luther College. She is the daughter of Steve and Chris Johnson of Minnetrista.
Community meeting at the Gillespie Center sponsored by nearly a dozen Lake Minnetonka public awareness advocates.
Primp Hair Salon specializes in hair loss solutions for women and hair extensions.
Krysta Litherland will complete technical, language, health and safety training while living with a host family to become fully immersed in the country’s language and culture.
Saturday's competition at the University of St. Thomas will include students from Excelsior, Wayzata, Minnetonka and several other area schools.
Twelve of the 13 cows are pregnant and the first calf is due in late March. Nineteen of 21 ewes are pregnant and they are expecting 43 lambs during the first 3 weeks of April.
Last week's 3-1 victory over Mankato East punched Mound Westonka's ticket to the Minnesota State Hockey Tournament.
During the first year of the pilot in 2013, the program will focus on the Minneapolis neighborhoods surrounding Minnehaha Creek and the Chain of Lakes. In the second year, the program will expand to additional neighborhoods in Minneapolis and the suburb
Lucy Kearney had an impressive 30th finish, moving up 39 spots from her 69th starting postition.
Lake Minnetonka Patch recognizes dozens of area college students for their recent academic achievements.
America commemorates President George Washington's birthday on Feb. 18 in 2013, even though the first POTUS' birth date was actually Feb. 22, 1732.
Which Lake Minnetonka chef can create the best appetizer? Celebrity judges will decide at this weekend's 'Southshore Sizzle' in Shorewood. Snap up your tickets now!
Service providers doing business in the Lake Minnetonka area must complete aquatic invasive species training before being able to legally work this season.
Minnesota's 3rd Congressional District representative joins Influential committee that recommends policies to grow U.S. economy.
The Westonka Archery Club has approximately 120 students grades K-10 participating this year—possibly the club’s highest enrollment ever.
Fire on Crabapple Lane began in the garage. Crews had the blaze under control by about 1:45.
Monica Shukle and Mandy Isaacs will complete their All-State Choir experience this weekend with a concert at Bethel College in St. Paul.
The Wayzata High School Head Wrestling coach told Channel 12 news that he was shocked to learn that wrestling may be removed from the Olympic Games.
City of Minnetonka says launch and marina have been closed since early December and that city ordinance prohibits any vehicle or foot traffic from using the main access at Grays Bay during the winter.
Notable incidents responded to by Lake Minnetonka area police in the last two weeks.
Deeby Kadrie found herself with a lot of time on her hands after retiring from the University of Minnesota.
Jack Ellis qualified for the NIETOC Tournament this month, and sets yet another record for the Orono Spartan Speech Team
Find out where these Westonka wrestlers landed after their high school wrestling days.
Known historically to activate passion in whoever consumes them, these foods are a perfect addition to your holiday meal.