What a Bummer! Minnetonka Swimmer David Plummer Nearly Makes Olympics

The Minnetonka Swim Club gathered Wednesday night to support their friend, coach and Olympic hopeful David Plummer.

QUOTES: Local Reaction to Supreme Court Ruling on Obamacare

Once news broke that the U.S. Supreme Court ruled to uphold the Affordable Health Care Act, Minnetonka-area folks and state politicians started issuing statements and voicing opinions. Here are some of them.

Divers Recover Body of Drowning Victim from Lake Minnetonka

Just over 24 hours after Kennedy Maddox disappeared under the water near Big Island, divers recovered his body Wednesday evening.

Heartbreak for Minnetonka Swimmer David Plummer

Even with Minnetonka Swim Club's cheering, Plummer doesn't quite make it to the Olympics.

Meet the Candidate: Dave Wahlstedt

An engineer and inn owner challenges for the Hennepin County 6th District Commissioner seat.

Hennepin County Libraries Will Be Closed July 4

If you want to check out the latest bestseller, you’ll have to pick it up before or after Independence Day.

Patching Up Duluth: From the Suburbs to Superior’s Shores

A week after floodwaters inundated the northeast corner of the state, organizations around the Twin Cities are pitching in to help out. Here’s how you can give back.

What Friends of Drowning Victim are Saying Online

Messages of sorrow are pouring in on Twitter and Facebook.

Minnetonka Crime Report: Malicious Punishment and Theft

Crime in Minnetonka from June 17-23.

Help ResourceWest Win Free Advertising

Patch has given the nonprofit a month of free advertising. We’ll add another month if 350 more people sign up for our free e-mail newsletter.

Want to Join an Adult or Kid Book Club?

July events at Minnetonka libraries include an anime lantern festival, teen book clubs and family story time.

VIDEO: Synergy at Minnetonka Fest

The band had a crowd dancing up until fireworks began.

MPCA Issues Air Pollution Alert for the Twin Cities

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency warns residents to take precautions against hazardous levels of ozone.

VIDEO: Minnetonka Summer Festival Fireworks

Check out the grand finale from Minnetonka on Saturday night.

Where in the Patch? Answer: Minnetonka Library

Where in Minnetonka was this mystery photo taken?

Letter to the Editor: 19-Year-Old Girl Scout Camp DIrector Is an Inspiration

"Without her initiative, this local summer resource would have died since there were no other volunteers willing to take on the project."

Any Construction Going on in Your Minnetonka Neighborhood?

Check out this update on construction in the city of Minnetonka.

Congressman Paulsen Talks Increased Trade, New FDA Reform and Energy

Erik Paulsen represents Minnetonka in the U.S. House of Representatives and is up for re-election this November.

PHOTOS: Minnetonka Summer Festival

Amazing fireworks and awesome entertainment. What was there not to love about Minnetonka Summer Festival?

Jeffrey Boemer Is Charged with First Degree Burglary

Police say Boemer admitted to burglarizing several homes in Minnetonka and Golden Valley.

Five Apply for Minnetonka School Board Vacancy

The new board member will be selected on July 19.

Last Tenant to Fill Former Blockbuster Building Announced

Is it Chipotle?

Readers' Choice: Best Beach in Minnetonka

Where's the best place for fun in the sun around Minnetonka? Patch wants to know.

Readers' Choice: Best Martial Arts Studio in Minnetonka

Looking for the dojo with the best mojo? Now taking nominations for the best martial arts studio in Minnetonka here.

Readers' Choice: Best Veterinarian in Minnetonka

When your four-legged friends get ill, where do you turn in Minnetonka for help? Patch wants to know.

Readers' Choice: Best Bank or Credit Union in Minnetonka

What's your favorite financial institution in Minnetonka? Patch wants to know.

Readers' Choice: Best Dance Studio in Minnetonka

Where's the best place in Minnetonka to channel your inner Fred Astaire? Patch wants to know.

Readers' Choice: Best Pediatrician in Minnetonka

Who's the best pediatrician in Minnetonka? Do you know the best children's doctor? Don't just tell us—tell your friends and neighbors. Here!

Readers' Choice: Best Day Care in Minnetonka

Who's the best day care in Minnetonka? (And no keeping secrets!) Share with us—and with your neighbors—on Patch.

Readers' Choice: Best Barber in Minnetonka

Who cuts hair the best in Minnetonka? Vote in our best barber Readers' Choice poll.

Readers' Choice: Best Chiropractor in Minnetonka

Where's the best place for a spinal adjustment in Minnetonka? Patch wants to know.

Readers' Choice: Best Karaoke Spot in Minnetonka

Nominate your favorite place for a sing-along in Minnetonka.

Readers' Choice: Most Romantic Restaurant in Minnetonka

Nominate the Minnetonka business that has the best ambiance for couples in love.

Readers' Choice: Best Takeout in Minnetonka

Nominate the restaurant in Minnetonka that has the best food for delivery.

Readers' Choice: Best Place for a Craft Beer in Minnetonka

Small-batch beers are taking off in Minnetonka and around Minnesota. Who has the best selection around town?

No Injuries in Fire on Oak Drive Lane

Five fire departments responded to the small fire due to the heat.

World-Class Swimmer Teaches Tools to Create Your Olympic Moment

Olympic swimmer Katrina Radke will sign autographs and her new book "Be Your Best Without the Stress" on Saturday, June 23 in Minnetonka.

Readers' Choice: Best Appetizer in Minnetonka

Who gets the night started off right with the best plate of appetizers in Minnetonka?

Readers' Choice: Best Bartender in Minnetonka

Hey, Bartender! Who has the best pour, mix or personality in Minnetonka behind the rail?

Readers' Choice: Best Sushi in Minnetonka

Nominate your favorite place for nigiri and maki sushi in Minnetonka.