City of Eden Prairie

Economic Development Bus Tour, Part 1: Taking to the (light) rails

Rachel Hoppe • August 19, 2025

Part 1 of a three-part series on business and housing development in Eden Prairie focuses on light rail and related projects.

City Council discusses potential revocation of federal funds

Rachel Hoppe • August 18, 2025

Eden Prairie officials addressed federal funding concerns, noting most city revenues are local and only $330,000 in grants may be affected.

City Council votes to raise mayoral and council member salaries

Rachel Hoppe • August 15, 2025

The Eden Prairie City Council voted to approve a salary increase for both the mayor and council members, taking effect Jan. 1, 2027.

Blue-green algae closes Riley Lake Beach

EPLN Staff Reports • August 13, 2025

Riley Lake Beach in Eden Prairie is closed after a blue-green algae bloom; officials warn against swimming until further notice.

Fire station night draws crowd – and one very eager young firefighter fan

Stuart Sudak • August 13, 2025

All four Eden Prairie fire stations welcomed residents Aug. 7 for Neighborhood Night with tours and gear try-ons.

The people have spoken: Eden Prairie Liquor announces winner of THC gummy naming contest

Rachel Hoppe • August 8, 2025

Eden Prairie Liquor’s new THC gummy, Little Berry on the Prairie, was chosen after 801 submissions, three finalists and community voting.

Night to Unite draws nearly 160 neighborhoods, more than 9,500 pounds of food

EPLN Staff Reports • August 8, 2025

Eden Prairie’s Night to Unite drew 158 neighborhoods, collecting 9,520 pounds of food and $670 for PROP Food Shelf.

Voting open to name Eden Prairie’s THC gummy

Rachel Hoppe • August 7, 2025

Eden Prairie Liquor is moving to the next step in naming its new THC gummy. A city graphic highlights the three finalist names in Eden Prairie Liquor’s THC gummy naming contest: Little...

Deadline nears to apply for Eden Prairie’s Citizens Academy

EPLN Staff Reports • August 7, 2025

Apply by Aug. 11 for Eden Prairie’s 2025 Citizens Academy, a free course offering an inside look at police operations.

Volunteers needed for Eden Prairie’s Arts in the Park on Aug. 16

EPLN Staff Reports • August 7, 2025

Eden Prairie is recruiting volunteers for its Arts in the Park event on Aug. 16, offering a hands-on way to support local artists.

Forging community connections at Eden Prairie’s Night to Unite

Rachel Hoppe • August 6, 2025

Mayor Ron Case visited five Night to Unite block parties in Eden Prairie, chatting with residents and answering questions about city issues.

Eden Prairie crews clear storm debris after high winds Monday night

Rachel Hoppe • July 29, 2025

Strong winds scattered debris across Eden Prairie on Monday night. No major damage reported. City crews and residents begin cleanup.