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Thursday, September 25, 2025
As a lake community, water is among the most important attributes associated with our city. Check out the story included in this week’s edition of the PLNC that outlines an organization’s efforts to protect Prior and other area lakes, along with its invitation for residents to learn more about our local water resources during “Watershed Week.”
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Many children and their family members attended the inaugural Miracle League game, including this child who was cheered on by others while crossing home plate. (Photos by Maggie Stanwood)
A place for everyone
Miracle League celebrated as a grand slam success in its debut at Ryan Memorial Park
A baseball game three years in the making happened Saturday, Sept. 6, on the new Gaby’s Grand Slam field at Thomas Ryan Memorial Park in Prior Lake. There, people with physical and cognitive disabilities and their buddies, families and friends gathered to participate in the inaugural game of Prior Lake’s own Miracle League.
“I feel speechless, relieved, accomplished,” said Drew Koenig, the director for the Prior Lake Athletics for Youth (PLAY) Miracle League. “The turnout was fantastic, the players were fantastic. I personally set the bar high on the quality I felt these kids and families deserved, and I hope I met what they expected.”
The Miracle League is a national nonprofit which gives children and adults the opportunity to play baseball in a safe, inclusive environment and create a space for everyone to belong. Games are played on specially designed rubberized fields which can accommodate wheelchairs and other mobility devices, and each player is paired with a volunteer buddy for support.
News
 | License of Savage childcare facility suspended following infant's deathThe Savage Police Department and the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension are jointly investigating the death of an infant following a medical incident that occurred on Monday, Sept. 22, at the Rocking Horse Ranch childcare facility. The childcare's license has been temporarily suspended, citing children served at the facility were "in an imminent risk of harm." |
 | Archery deer hunts scheduled for Murphy-Hanrehan, Spring Lake Regional parksThree Rivers Park District will conduct scheduled deer hunts this fall with the intention of keeping deer herds in balance with local habitat. Archery deer hunts will take place in a number of parks overseen by the Park District, including Spring Lake Regional Park in Prior Lake and Murphy-Hanrehan Park Reserve in Savage. |
City
 | Residents invited to learn more about water resourcesThe Prior Lake-Spring Lake Watershed District invites local residents to take part in the second annual "Watershed Week," running from Sept. 28 through Oct. 4. |
School
PLSAS board candidate forum being held tonight
The Prior Lake Chamber of Commerce will host a school board candidate forum on Thursday, Sept. 25, from 6 to 7 p.m. at Prior Lake City Hall. Candidates who will be included on the Nov. 4 ballot are Jon Conlon and Dustin Smith.
Obituary
Prior Lake in the Past
This weekly column contains summary excerpts of news items published in the Prior Lake American during the same week 60, 40 and 20 years ago. We hope our readers enjoy remembering those who are mentioned from years past, and this feature provides historical perspective about how much the community has changed over the decades.
Prior Lake Police Log: September 10-16
This weekly report is based on information submitted by the Prior Lake Police Department for responses. All calls for service may not be included; all subjects arrested and named are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Sports
 | Prior Lake splits tough stretch, set for rivalry match with ShakopeeThe Prior Lake girls’ soccer team faced one of its most difficult stretches of the season last week, taking on a pair of South Suburban Conference teams along with a highly ranked section opponent. |
 | Minnetonka sinks Lakers with relentless ground game; Lakeville North up nextThe second-ranked Minnetonka Skippers leaned on their ground game Friday night, rushing for 417 yards behind dual-threat standout Caleb Francois to defeat Prior Lake 33–15 on Sept. 19 at Dan Patch Stadium. |
Tennis court lighting project at PLHS completed through grants, donations; celebration planned for Sept. 25
Local tennis players are happy that they can now play on lighted courts and all are invited to an "Under the Lights" celebration being held at Prior Lake High School on Thursday, Sept. 25, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Events
 | Tickets available for 'Ladies Night Out' being held Oct. 2The Prior Lake Chamber of Commerce will host its fall "Ladies Night Out" event on Thursday, Oct. 2, beginning at 4:30 p.m. in Prior Lake. |
September 27 | Friends of Library used book sale - Prior Lake Library
If it's time to replenish your supply of books and reading material, come to the Friends of the Prior Lake Library fall used book sale Saturday, Sept. 27. Sale hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the library’s large meeting room.
September 27 | Pleasant Street Art Walk - Pleasant Street, downtown Prior Lake
The Pleasant Street Art Walk will return to downtown Prior Lake for its seventh year on Saturday, Sept. 27, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Held along Pleasant Street, the free outdoor festival will feature over 70 regional artists and makers, live music and food trucks.
September 29-October 27 | Fall Hiking Club - Cleary Lake Regional Park
Enjoy the optimal fall hiking season and explore Cleary Lake Regional Park with an outdoor recreation school instructor while participating in the Fall Hiking Club scheduled to run from Sept. 29 through Oct. 27 from 5:30 to 7 p.m.
Oct. 11 | Savage Arts Festival - Community Park, Savage
The annual Savage Area Arts Festival will be held at Community Park in Savage on Saturday, Oct. 11, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dozens of artists and craftspeople will be selling their creations. Food trucks will also be on site the day of the event.
Oct. 17 | Scott County 55+ Expo - Jordan High School
The annual Scott County 55+ Senior Expo will be held at Jordan High School on Friday, Oct. 17, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event will include a continental breakfast, vendor exhibits, entertainment, lunch and more. The deadline to register is Oct. 3.
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