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January 9, 2025
With the holidays in the rearview, many of you are returning to business as usual to begin the new year. At the News Compass, we are excited to ramp up our coverage of all things Prior Lake. Please help us spread the word by sharing this newsletter with your friends and neighbors — and if you have story ideas or are interested in volunteering, reach us at [email protected]!
Robb Jeffries
January 09, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 5 minutes
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Both Laker hockey teams will compete in this year's Hockey Day Minnesota being held at Valleyfair.
Lakers to compete in Hockey Day Minnesota
The Prior Lake Laker girls and boys hockey teams will be skating against other high school teams during Hockey Day Minnesota 2025.
Considered the premier high school hockey event of the winter season, competition and other festivities will take place at Valleyfair in Shakopee. Games will be played each day, Jan. 22-25.
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The Laker girls team (10-6-1) will face Eden Prairie at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 23. The Laker boys, 6-7-1 on the season, will play on Friday, Jan. 24, against Lakeville South at 7:30 p.m.
Several college and other high school teams are also scheduled to play during the event, which will include concerts, food and other concessions. General admission tickets start at $39, while a four-day pass costs $139.
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NEWS
 | MVTA expanding direct services in PLThe Minnesota Valley Transit Authority will expand its point-to-point Connect service to everyone living within its Prior Lake/Shakopee zone. Beginning Jan. 13, riders will be able to use an app to book rides between destinations for $3 per trip. |
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PLNC seeking ‘Everyday Hero’ nominations
One of the goals of Prior Lake News Compass is to help build a greater sense of community. We’re looking for readers to nominate an "Everyday Hero” to feature in an upcoming newsletter. Nominees should live in Prior Lake, and be known for doing volunteer work and helping others in the community. Send your suggestions to: [email protected] and include your name, phone number, name of nominee and why they deserve to be called an “Everyday Hero.”
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