Community Service

Students delve into optimism through winning essays

EPLN Staff Reports • March 13, 2024

EPLN showcases the top three essays from the Eden Prairie Optimist Club contest, highlighting students' insights on optimism.

Signs of spring at the Eden Prairie Library

Carrie Brunsberg • March 12, 2024

The Eden Prairie Library offers a rich array of spring activities, from a thriving seed library to diverse educational programs, fostering community growth and learning.

Museum celebrates women in aviation on March 16

EPLN Staff Reports • March 8, 2024

The Wings of the North Air Museum marks the 114th year of women's aviation history, honoring pioneers with exhibits and speakers.

Photo gallery: Let’s Go Fishing annual fish fry

Gillian Holte • March 6, 2024

The volunteer organization's fundraiser served over 600 all-you-can-eat meals and raised over $10,000.

Local students shine in Optimist Club Essay Contest

EPLN Staff Reports • March 1, 2024

Eden Prairie students excel in Optimist Club's annual essay contest, showcasing talent and insight among 40-plus participants.

Let’s Go Fishing fish fry fundraiser set for March 2

Joanna Werch Takes • February 29, 2024

The fish fry is the largest fundraiser for the all-volunteer organization, which provides free fishing excursions.

Renewed focus on firefighter wellness in wake of Burnsville tragedy

Stuart Sudak • February 28, 2024

In response to the Burnsville tragedy, MnFIRE emphasizes urgent need for enhanced mental health, cancer, and cardiac care for firefighters.

Photo gallery: PROP’s 2024 Empty Bowls

Gillian Holte • February 24, 2024

Community members gathered for the PROP Empty Bowls fundraiser at St. Andrew Lutheran Church on Feb. 20. Photos by Gillian Holte PROP Food held its annual Empty Bowls fundraising event on Feb. 20...

PROP’s Empty Bowls fundraiser on Feb. 20 rallies community against hunger

Stuart Sudak • February 16, 2024

The PROP Food Shelf's Empty Bowls event on Feb. 20 aims to combat hunger, featuring meals, an after-party, and community support.

Shining a light on Eden Prairie’s ‘story of us’

Steve Schewe • February 15, 2024

EPLN, an independent and volunteer-driven news outlet, focuses on delivering timely, local stories to Eden Prairie, enhancing community engagement and awareness.

Feb. 17 event honors Black aviators at Wings of the North Museum

EPLN Staff Reports • February 7, 2024

Wings of the North Air Museum's event on Feb. 17 celebrates African American contributions to aviation, featuring historical reenactments and educational talks.