Community Service

EPLN invites the public to Oct. 20 annual meeting, anniversary celebration

Joanna Werch Takes • October 16, 2025

Eden Prairie Local News celebrates its fifth anniversary Monday with desserts and opportunities for the public to meet its staff.

Patrick Boley honored as Notable Nonprofit Board Member

EPLN Staff Reports • October 13, 2025

Boley has served on the board of Reach for Resources, which serves individuals with disabilities and mental health conditions, since 2006.

Powderpuff game raises $5,000 for True Friends

Stuart Sudak • October 11, 2025

Eden Prairie High School’s annual DECA powderpuff flag football game at Aerie Stadium brought spirited competition and support for True Friends.

Three new members will join EPLN board

Joanna Werch Takes • October 9, 2025

Molly Lyons, Dan Ness and David Teigland join the Eden Prairie Local News board, beginning their terms at the Oct. 20 Annual Meeting.

Chanhassen woman takes cash in Wings of the North sweepstakes

Stuart Sudak • October 9, 2025

Chanhassen’s Katelyn Larson won Wings of the North’s 2025 sweepstakes, choosing $30,000 over a vintage 1950 Aeronca Champion.

Oct. 4 fundraising walk to honor pregnancy and infant loss

EPLN Staff Reports • September 28, 2025

The Minnesota chapter of Star Legacy Foundation will hold its annual Steps for the Stars walk at Staring Lake Park.

Photo gallery: Girls in Aviation Day 2025

Amy Nylander • September 25, 2025

The 11th annual Girls in Aviation Day, focused on girls age 8 to 17 with an interest in aviation, took place Sept. 20 at Flying Cloud Airport.

Picking plums, feeding neighbors

Rachel Hoppe • September 22, 2025

An Eden Prairie resident and friends harvested 170 pounds of fruit from Pioneer Park’s orchard to donate to PROP’s food shelf.

EPLN recognized in national awards competitions

Joanna Werch Takes • September 21, 2025

EPLN was a finalist for three national awards this month, with judges' comments including a reference to "exquisite writing."

Hopkins VFW recognized as ‘Still Serving,’ including in EP

EPLN Staff Reports • September 20, 2025

Post 425 is being recognized by the national VFW for its service, which includes donations and service projects in Eden Prairie.

Veridian Credit Union opens applications for Successful Financial Future grants

EPLN Staff Reports • September 20, 2025

The grants will be awarded to nonprofit organizations that work to address barriers to financial stability.

EP mosque packs over 20,000 meals for charity

Joanna Werch Takes • September 18, 2025

The meals packed at the event hosted by Masjid Al-Tawba will all be distributed locally, within the Twin Cities area.