Prior Lake News Compass

Thursday, October 23, 2025

October 23, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 10 minutes

District officials for Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools laid out five scenarios for elementary school boundaries being considered for the coming school year. The options are being assessed following the closure of WestWood Elementary as a neighborhood school. The proposals will get further review at the Oct. 27 study session, with the board making a final decision Nov. 10.

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Lakefront Park is one city venue that would receive funding via a $60 million bond referendum to be decided by voters Nov. 4.

$60 million parks and trails referendum to be decided by residents on Nov. 4

Prior Lake residents will have an opportunity on Nov. 4 to vote on a $60 million proposed parks and trails bond referendum that would fund improvements across the city’s park system.

Since 2018, city staff has worked on developing a long-term improvement plan while seeking resident input on priorities for implementation. The city’s overall system need was estimated at $115 million, but the proposed bond would address the highest-priority projects within that total, according to City Manager Jason Wedel.

Wedel added that of the $60 million referendum total, cost estimates reflect phased implementation and prioritizing critical needs first with construction planned over the next five-year period.

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Prosecutors charge Prior Lake med spa owner for using ‘black market’ Botox

Scott County prosecutors charged a Prior Lake medical spa owner with unlawfully practicing medicine for injecting clients with “black market” Botox.

The criminal complaint filed Sept. 19 alleges Nancy Anderberg, owner of RegenLIFE Antiaging Spatique MedSpa, injected clients and performed medical procedures from December 2022 to May 2024. Prosecutors said in the complaint Anderberg also listed a fake medical director on her website.

Schools

New elementary boundary options presented to PLSAS board; final decision to be made Nov. 10

Board members of the Prior Lake-Savage Area School District got their first view on Oct. 13 of what new elementary attendance boundaries could look like at the start of the coming school year. Director of Operational Services Dan Powers provided detailed information regarding the five possible options being considered by the district, along with the pros and cons for each.

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: October 7-13, 2025

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

Girls’ cross country team earns conference crown for fifth year in row

The varsity team finished with 56 points and placed five runners in the top 20, with all earning All-Conference honors. Two members of the boys’ team also qualified for top conference honors.

Mbinda delivers Senior Night magic as Prior Lake tops Farmington 29–15

Senior Aiden Mbinda made his final regular-season appearance at Dan Patch Stadium one to remember, scoring three touchdowns — capped by an 88-yard kickoff return — to lift the Prior Lake Lakers past the Farmington Tigers 29–15 on Oct. 15 at Dan Patch Stadium.

Laker girls’ soccer team wins section title, returning to state first time in 24 years

The Prior Lake girls’ soccer team punched their ticket to the state tournament after a 4–0 win over Chanhassen in last Tuesday’s Section 2AAA championship. On a cold, rainy night, the Lakers struck early and controlled the match from start to finish.

🏮👻🎃 Halloween Events 🎃👻🏮

Oct. 24 | Trunk or Treat - St. Paul’s Lutheran Church
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church will host its annual “Trunk or Treat” Halloween event on from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Children are invited to trick-or-treat, a food truck will be on site and attendees are invited to hand out candy from the trunk of their vehicle.
Oct. 25 | Community Halloween party - Twin Oaks Middle School
Prior Lake-Savage Area School’s Community Education Department will host its annual Community Halloween Party from 2:30 to 5 p.m. Children age 12 and under are invited to participate.
Oct. 25 | Zombie Pub Crawl - Downtown
Prior Lake bars and restaurants in the downtown area will jointly host a “Zombie Pub Crawl” on from 5:30 to 11:30 p.m.
Oct. 29 | Trunk or Treat - Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church
Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church will host a safe and fun evening with a Halloween theme from 5 to 7 p.m. The event will be held in the church parking lot.
Oct. 31 | Candy Crawl - Downtown
Ghosts, goblins and other costumed characters will be on the hunt for treats in downtown Prior Lake during the annual “Candy Crawl” sponsored by the City of Prior Lake.

Events

Nov. 1 | Fall harvest archery - Cleary Lake Regional Park
Beginner and seasoned archers are invited to take aim at pumpkins and other harvest-themed targets during an event from 1 to 3 p.m.
Nov. 6 | Laker Educational Foundation fundraiser - Spring Lake Farm
The Laker Educational Foundation will host the third annual “Sip and Support” farm-to-table dinner featuring seasonal appetizers and a three-course plated meal.
Nov. 7 | Dinner honoring U.S. Marine Corps - Prior Lake VFW
The 250th birthday of the U.S. Marine Corps will be hosted at the Prior Lake VFW Club from 5:30 to 8 p.m. The live band "Peace Mission" will be part of the celebration.
Nov. 15 | ‘Burger Bash’ fundraiser - Prior Lake VFW
A fundraiser for the Prior Lake boys' basketball team will be held with several food and drink options available for sale. Proceeds will be used to support the 2025-26 Prior Lake High School boys' basketball team.
Mondays in November | Senior line dancing classes - Club Prior
Seniors who are looking to find a way to incorporate exercise with a little fun are invited to sign up for a four-week beginner line dancing class being held at Club Prior.

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