3rd Lair to Host Contest at Minnesota State Fair

Three Minnetonka teenagers will compete in the finals of an amateur skateboard competition at the fair beginning Monday.

Minnesota State Fair 2012 Express Bus Service In and Around Minnetonka

If you don’t want to drive to the "The Great Minnesota Get-Together," here are some shuttle bus options in and around Minnetonka during the fair Aug. 23-Sept. 3, 2012.

Six IRS Tax Tips for Charitable Donations

A charitable donation must meet certain conditions to be tax-deductible.

Video: Rotary Club of Minnetonka Charity Event

The Rotary Club of Minnetonka describe their upcoming charity golf outing on YouTube.

Updates from the Minnetonka Fire Department

The Minnetonka Fire Department responded to over 400 calls during the second quarter of 2012.

Prevent Deer Damage to Young Trees

Recently planted trees should be protected starting in the middle of August through April.

Looking for Minnetonka High School Football Tickets?

Learn where you can purchase tickets for Minnetonka Varsity home football games this year.

Sen. Bonoff's Capitol Update 16: Special Session

State Sen. Terri Bonoff writes about the disaster relief package for areas with flood and windstorm damage.

Minnesota State Fair Planner: A Daily Guide

The 2012 Minnesota State Fair activities include 4-H Day, Military Appreciation Day, music, and more.

Minnetonka Crime Report: Possession of Burglary Tools

Three people were arrested with burglary tools outside of Big Top Liquors.

Enjoy Celtic Music at Ridgedale Library

The Appalachian and Celtic styles are at the heart of Karen Mueller’s repertoire. Enjoy her singing accompanied by the dulcimer and autoharp on Nov. 10.

September Events at Minnetonka Libraries

Lots of opportunities are on the way for learning at the local libraries.

How to Get Your Sports Team Featured on Minnetonka Patch

Here are several ways you can make sure your sports teams are highlighted on Patch.

Mark Stefan, Candidate for State House of Representatives 44B

Stefan will challenge Democrat incumbent John Benson for the seat.

John Gunyou, Candidate for Three Rivers Park Commissioner District 4

Recently retiring as city manager of Minnetonka, Gunyou says he's running for Park Commissioner because natural areas have always been important in his life.

70-Year-Old Minnetonka Man Charged with Cocaine Possession

Police say they found cocaine and a loaded shotgun in Michael Stuart Minter's bedroom when they executed a search warrant.

Yvonne Selcer, Candidate for Minnesota House of Representatives in 48A

Selcer, a Democrat, will challenge Republican incumbent Kirk Stensrud on Election Day.

Mitt Romney Heads Here to the West Metro This Week

Romney will be in Minnetonka Beach and Shorewood on Thursday.

Minnesota State Fair Guide: Hours, Costs, a Handy App and More

Here's what you need to know to gear up for the Great Minnesota Get-Together.

Edina School Officials 'Disappointed' by Graffiti at Minnetonka High School

After a group of Edina students painted Minnetonka High School's senior rock in Hornet colors, officials from both schools work together.

Minnetonka High School's Senior Rock Repainted in Skipper Colors

The rock had been painted in honor of Kennedy Maddox before it was covered with the green and white trademark of Edina High School.

(VIDEO) Barnes Criticizes Rep. Paulsen's Support of Ryan Budget

Brian Barnes released a video last week about Rep. Erik Paulsen's support of the Ryan budget and the impact it could have locally.

Brian Barnes Challenges Erik Paulsen to Debate

The Barnes campaign has proposed five debates with Paulsen in Minnetonka, Chaska, Brooklyn Park and at the State Fair and Normandale Community College.

Obituary: Ann Vincent Stevenson

A private family service will honor the Minnetonka resident.

Minnetonka Readers' Choice Winners 2012

Who has the best pizza in town? How about the best customer service? Here are your picks for Readers' Choice.

Carlson CEO Resigns, Board Selects CFO Trudy Rautio as Replacement

Hubert Joly resigned from the position to take over leadership at Best Buy.

Fake-Nose Felon, Sex Offenders and Cougar Sighting: Pick of Our Patches

This week's selection includes a power outage at Valleyfair, burglaries, Twins catcher and new plans for a garden center and a former library.

Minnetonka Crime Report: Burglary and Swindle

Arrests and police activity in Minnetonka from Aug. 5-11.

TwinWest Endorses Congressman Erik Paulsen

Local chamber of commerce hopes for re-election of Paulsen.

Buckthorn Workshops Offered in Minnetonka

Attend one of the free workshops, on Wednesday, Sept. 19 or Thursday, Oct. 4, 6:30–8:30 p.m., at the Minnetonka Community Center.

Perry Vetter Named Minnetonka Assistant City Manager

Minnetonka City Manager Geralyn Barone announced Thursday that Perry Vetter has been named assistant city manager/director of administrative services, effective Aug. 30.

Minnetonka Man Charged with Pistol-Whipping, Choking Woman

Police say Natheniel Leonta Lloyd inflicted serious injuries on the victim, causing her brain to bleed.

Erik Paulsen Beats John Howard in Republican Congress Primary

Paulsen will face Democrat Brian Barnes on Election Day.

New York Men Charged with Swindling $44,000 From Apple Stores in Edina, Minnetonka

Eli Halabieh, Gozif Halabieh and Zouki Srugo are charged with theft by swindle after police say they got away with more than $44,000 worth of merchandise from Apple computer stores in the Twin Cities,

No Surprises in Primary Election for Minnetonka

Primary attendance in Minnetonka dropped from 5,419 voters in 2008 to 3,121 voters this year.

Letter to the Editor: Thanks to Rep. Stensrud

"Not only is Rep. Stensrud conversant with the standard solutions to problems caused by the excessive growth of government, he has shown me that he has deep insight into both the philosophical underpinnings of good government and American principles."

UPDATE: Juvenile Arrested After Walking Naked in a Minnetonka Neighborhood

The 17-year-old ran into the woods as police tried to arrest him.

Southwest Twin Cities 'Beyond the Yellow Ribbon' Kickoff Is Sept. 11

If you are interested in volunteering with the Southwest Twin Cities Yellow Ribbon Coalition, plan to attend a kick-off meeting at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 11 at the Hopkins VFW.

Like the Minnetonka Patch Facebook Page to Pie Your Local Editor

The editor of the first Patch to add 150 more likes will get a pie to the face.

Letter to the Editor: Vote Selcer for State Representative

"We begin the new year with the state still owing our children's schools $2.4 billion dollars, thanks to Representative Kirk Stensrud and his party borrowing from our kids to solve the state's budget problems."