Seventh Graders Get Into the Spirit of Giving

Students at Minnetonka Middle School East packed a truck full of 3,614 pounds of food and raised nearly $2,700 in cash for the food shelf.

Minnetonka Police Blotter: Property Damage, Vandalism

String of property damage and vandalism in this week's police reports.

Video: Students Musicians Learn From Masters

Minnetonka middle school students work with professionals.

Minnetonka Man Finds New Role With Minnesota Historical Society

David Hakensen, of Minnetonka, has been elected to the Minnesota Historical Society's Executive Council.

Minnetonka's Weekend House Hunt

Patch has a list of Minnetonka's Open Houses for this Saturday and Sunday.

Picture This: Share Your Photos and Videos In Our New Neighborhood Gallery

Minnetonka Patch wants your eye—and lens—on our community.

PHOTOS: Minnetonka Volunteer Event Spreads Holiday Cheer

UnitedHealthcare teamed up with Senior Services for a fun event.

Merry, Bright—and Safe

Some basic tips can fireproof your home this season.

Making Christmas Merry for More Than 1,000 Local Children

The Toy Chest Drive provides presents to families in need with help from community volunteers and donations. With more than 25 drop sites in more than seven cities across the Hopkins and Minnetonka area, ResourceWest makes it easy to give back this holida

Employees Say Man Broke Into Macy's Cash Register

The Minnetonka Police Department says David Chew is a career offender.

Minnetonka Woman Awakes To See Stranger

While at the scene of a burglary, police received reports of five other break-ins at the Cliff's Apartments.

Rail Authority Approves $9.3M for Southwest LRT

The authority also approved $450,000 in additional work on the draft environmental impact statement.

Parents Talk: Santa’s Spending Limit

Do the kids get what they want or do you stay within a budget?

New Features on Minnetonka Patch: Traffic, Gas Prices and Photo Gallery

Check out Minnetonka Patch's new bells and whistles.

Minnetonka Police Blotter

Property damage, attempted movement of stolen goods and DWIs in this week's police reports.

Bev and Dick Lindeman: Constant Sources of Light

The Minnetonka couple has volunteered for 20 years with two vital programs serving people in need.

Acomb Announces City Council Candidacy

Patty Acomb says former council member Amber Greves has given her an endorsement.

Merry Kwanzaa and Happy Solstice!

Several other holidays—some religious, some secular—make December a special month for non-Christians, too.

Minnetonka Hopes Stay Undefeated As They Travel To New Prague

Minnetonka travels to New Prague in a battle of ranked girl's basketball teams.

Dasovich Family Leads Minnetonka Basketball Together

Tom and Leah Dasovich are enjoying the unique chance to lead the Skippers boys and girls basketball programs side-by-side.

VIDEO: St. Paul Winter Carnival Royalty Visits Scenic Heights

First graders at Scenic Heights Elementary were "knighted" by royalty on Friday.

PHOTOS: Minnetonka Dances In Lake Conference Kick Meet

Hopkins hosted Minnetonka, Eden Prairie, Edina and Wayzata dance teams Thursday evening.

Minnetonka Coaches Reunite To Lead Gymnastics Program

Janelle Borgen and Sam Howard had an athlete-coach relationship in 2006, and they're enjoying the chance to work together again.

PHOTOS: Host Minnetonka Moves to 4-0 at Tipoff Classic

The boys' basketball team downed Buffalo 59-47, thanks to a 31-9 second-half spurt.

Skating Club Collects Winter Clothing

More than 80 clothing items were collected for Resource West during the Lake Minnetonka Figure Skating Club's Winter Extravaganza.

Ice Rinks Finally Set To Open at Noon on Saturday

Outdoor skating rinks with warming houses at 13 Minnetonka and Hopkins locations were set to open Dec. 17, but due to weather have been delayed to Jan. 14.

Caring Youth Nominations Due Feb. 3

If you know a young person in grades 7 through 12 who shows an ongoing awareness of others through volunteering or other activities, consider nominating him or her for a 2012 Caring Youth Award.

Minnetonka's Sunday House Hunt

Patch has a list of Minnetonka's Open Houses for this Sunday.

Skating to Success: Minnetonka Senior Impresses on Rink and in School

Student Spotlight: Erik Baskin hopes to continue his hockey career after high school.

Skippers Look To Stay Unbeaten Versus Buffalo

Minnetonka's boys hoops team faces Buffalo in one of 13 games during Saturday's Breakdown Tip-Off Classic at home.

New Wax Center Offers Complimentary Services This Week

The new European Wax Center in Minnetonka offers head-to-toe waxing services with specially formulated wax this week at no cost before its grand opening Dec. 13.

UPDATE: Nine File For City Council Seat

A special election to fill the vacant Minnetonka City Council Member, At Large Seat B, is set for Tuesday, Feb. 14.

Chapter 10: A Race Against Time For Answers

The latest clue leads Mistle, Ivey and Meredith to the Mall of America.

Minnetonka Police Blotter

The holiday season continues with several drinking and driving related offenses for neighboring residents passing through Minnetonka.

Patch Poll: Christmas Movies

What is your favorite Christmas movie?

Two Candidates Announce Run for Minnetonka City Council

Joe Bodell and Peggy Kvam both seek the vacant at-large seat. Filing for the position concludes on Dec. 19.

Huge Victory: Restraining Order On Daycare Union Election

The causes for concern are numerous, starting with the simple fact that unionization likely would increase daycare costs for parents.

A Tradition Of Hockey Excellence

The Lake Conference hockey programs are known for their depth, talent and tradition. It's a fellowship each school appreciates year in and year out.

Paulsen Post: House Passes Three More Jobs Measures

A rundown of the three pro-growth bills which passed the House this week.

VIDEO: Figure Skating Club Hosts Winter Show

Skaters showed off their skills at Saturday's Extravaganza.