March 27, 2025

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TOP STORY

The Color Guard opened the Wayawa Wacipi on March 22. Courtesy photo / Mary Haugen

Student-organized powwow draws attendees from across the region

Prior Lake High School was the site of the first-ever student-led powwow on Saturday, March 22.

Tribal members from Native American communities throughout the Midwest gathered for the event open to the public and celebrated with drum contests, dancing, singing and food.

Tyler Andring of the Native American Student Coalition at PLHS organized the event. Sponsors included Arrowhead Towing, Prior Lake Student Council and the Prior Lake Rotary Club.

NEWS

City leaders recap 2024, and what’s next

Prior Lake Chamber of Commerce members learned at its monthly meeting held March 19 about the major projects that have commanded the city’s focus last year, along with what’s planned in the near future.

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New city website focuses on plans for parks, trails, facilities >

SCHOOLS

PL’s Vennink named Athena Award winner

Layla Vennink, a Prior Lake High School track athlete, has been named this year’s recipient of the Athena Award.

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