Sun Sailor

09/08/2026

While many metro cities prepare for significant tax spikes, Eden Prairie is eyeing a much smaller increase. The City Council set a preliminary 2027 property tax levy increase of 2.9% last week.

https://www.hometownsource.com/sun_sailor/community/eden_prairie/eden-prairie-council-sets-a-promising-preliminary-2027-budget-and-tax-levy/article_48bc7dd6-56dd-40f1-9cc2-13561a2a6a3c.html

09/08/2026

Thirty-seven years after his abduction, a new independent documentary examining the search for 11-year-old Jacob Wetterling and its complex aftermath is coming to local West Metro screens. Directed by former Minnetonka resident Chris Newberry, "Echoes in the Night: The Search for Jacob Wetterling" will show at the Edina Mann Theatre (Sept. 10–17) and the Mann Plymouth Grand 15 (Sept. 11–17). Read the full story on the 10-year filmmaking process at the link in the comments.

09/08/2026

Early in the 2026 soccer season, the Wayzata Trojans are already in mid-season form.

Early in the 2026 soccer season, the Wayzata Trojans are already in mid-season form.

09/08/2026

The Wayzata Fire Department officially welcomed its new 110-foot ladder truck with a traditional "push-in" ceremony on Sept. 1. Firefighters, city officials and local families gathered to bless and push the high-tech, 1,500-gallon-per-minute rig into its new home.

https://www.hometownsource.com/sun_sailor/community/wayzata/wayzata-firefighters-host-push-in-ceremony-for-new-110-foot-ladder-truck/article_d5c99f1b-8cfe-4e3e-beac-0b4d0ee29a8a.html

09/08/2026

Minnetonka is joining the ranks of neighboring cities by bringing enclosed fencing to its popular off-leash park land, but the decision isn't without pushback from local dog owners. The City Council approved a $218,000 plan to fence designated zones in Purgatory Park, sparking a debate over park tradition, safety and taxpayer costs. Plus, a popular fast-casual burger chain is hoping to open on Plymouth Road.
Read the full details at the link in the comments.

09/07/2026

UPDATE: The missing person alert issued by the Plymouth Police Department to find 54-year-old Tracy Williams Sr. was canceled after he was safely located.

The missing person alert issued by the Plymouth Police Department to find 54-year-old Tracy Williams Sr. was canceled after he was safely located.

09/07/2026

Fall deer management hunts are coming to select Three Rivers parks. Archery hunts will not impact park access, trails, or amenities, but Lake Rebecca Park Reserve will be closed Nov. 14–15 for a sh***un hunt.

The Three Rivers Park District will conduct scheduled deer hunts this fall intended to keep deer herds in balance with available habitat.

09/07/2026

The Plymouth Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating 54-year-old missing man Tracy Williams Sr.

The Plymouth Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating 45-year-old missing man Tracy Williams Sr.

09/07/2026

The missing person alert issued by the Plymouth Police Department has been canceled. The missing person has been located and is safe. Thank you to all who shared information.

09/06/2026

"We're a team to watch, we can be a spoiler." Following a 6-1 win over Rogers and a tight 1-0 loss to Wayzata, St. Louis Park boys soccer showcased defensive grit and counter-attacking capabilities in a 1-1 draw with Minneapolis Washburn. Check out coach quotes and early-season takeaways by reading the full story at the link in the comments.