Author: EPLN Staff Reports

Hints on keeping people, pets and vehicles safe in below-freezing temperatures.

The City of Eden Prairie is seeking applications through Feb. 5 for positions on six advisory commissions: flying cloud airport advisory, heritage preservation, parks, recreation and natural resources, planning, and sustainability. According to the city, these commissions are vital in shaping the community’s development and ensuring responsible stewardship of local resources. Residents interested in contributing to their community through these commissions can learn more and apply online on the city’s website.

On Jan. 14, Eden Prairie’s Wings of the North Air Museum celebrates ejection seat history with exhibits, experts, and free entry.

The Eden Prairie Police Department, along with other state law enforcement agencies, is stepping up DWI enforcement during the holiday season. A police blog post on Dec. 27 reported that the department made 16 DWI arrests in December, bringing the total to 255 for 2023. Over the past five years, Minnesota has recorded 629 deaths related to drunk driving. The department has issued safety tips for the community: Police warn that DWI offenses can lead to a year-long license suspension, high costs, and possible jail time. Repeat offenders or those arrested with a blood alcohol level of 0.16 or higher…

EPLN periodically recognizes Eden Prairie post-secondary students honored by the colleges and universities they attend.

Betty Moore Wilson of Apple Valley died peacefully on Dec. 21, 2023, of natural causes at age 99.

Starkey employees donated over 200 gifts to the Spare Key organization’s 2023 holiday gifting event.

EPLN captures Eden Prairie’s holiday essence with Brianna Collett’s video and Kelly Regan’s detailed map, guiding viewers through festive light displays.

George E. Schell, a longtime Eden Prairie resident and educator, died at 93 on Dec. 12, 2023.

Jon Thomas Pogatchnik passed away unexpectedly at his Waconia home on Monday, Dec. 4. He was 62.