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New City Park Open

Thomas — Sat, 22 Oct 2011 20:27:26 +0000

Waconia’s city park has been closed for most of October while it underwent some renovations. But now it’s back open and better than ever.

The updated park includes swings, play equipment made especially for toddlers, a bridge over the sidewalk and more.

Take the kids and enjoy some of this nice fall weather before the snow files!

Verizon Officially Comes to Town

Thomas — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 16:30:47 +0000

We reported a while back that a Verizon store opened in town. Turns out it was quickly re-brand to Two Men Wireless which sells Verizon phones.

Now, Verizon has officially opened a store across from Kwik Trip.

That’s great news for Verizon customers!

Ground Round Coming to Waconia

Thomas — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 17:27:00 +0000

Yesterday the word was Champps, today it’s Ground Round.

I don’t know if they switched restaurants, or if we are getting both, but I have been able to confirm that the city has approved the sight plans for Ground Round over by the AmericInn.

No idea when construction would start or when it’d open.

Champps Sports Bar Coming To Waconia.

Thomas — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 02:26:53 +0000

I heard a rumor, from a very credible source, that Champps is looking to build a sports bar in Waconia.

The location would be over by the AmericInn.

I haven’t been able to confirm this, but my source is pretty reliable.

Hopefully it’s true!

Blockbuster Express Comes To Town

Thomas — Sat, 07 Aug 2010 16:18:04 +0000

RedBox isn’t the only way to rent movies for $1 a night anymore. Blockbuster Express is the same idea, only in a blue box.

The Blockbuster Express machine is located at Kwik Trip and, from what I know, works the same way as RedBox does with no memberships and only a dollar a night rentals.

Blockbuster Express

RedBoxes Spread Like Wildfire!

Thomas — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 02:39:00 +0000

It wasn’t that long ago when there were no RedBoxes at all. Now the cheap and easy movie rental service has 4 locations in Waconia.

Where are they?

Mackenthun’s (inside)
McDonalds (inside)
Wallgreens (outside)
Holiday (outside)

That’s great news for people who like to rent movies for only a $1 a night, but not so good news for the video stores in town who have to be hurting from the ever expanding Redboxes.

Target To Get Fresh Grocery Section

Thomas — Mon, 28 Dec 2009 21:48:11 +0000

Target in Waconia is now advertising in the store that they will be getting fresh foods such as fruits and vegetables. I don’t think the store is expanding the building but they are expanding the grocery section.

Whole Hog Heaven BBQ – It Was Good While It Lasted

Thomas — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 02:37:25 +0000

One of the best Waconia restaurants couldn’t make it though the recession. Whole Hog Heaven BBQ closed it doors in October and it’s a major loss to the community.

It’s really sad that we have three Subways but one BBQ place just couldn’t make it. It was a great restaurant and will be missed.

Meanwhile, you can contact them via their website as they can still cater special events and you can get their BBQ sauce www.wholehogheaven.com.

Louie Anderson Is Coming to Waconia!

Thomas — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 02:17:37 +0000

Louie Anderson is coming to Waconia! After enjoying Nickle Dickle Day, visit the Lake Waconia Event Center for comedy featuring Louie Anderson on September 19, 2009 at 8pm.

LOUIE ANDERSON and Scott Hansen
Saturday – September 19, 2009 at 8:00PM
Lake Waconia Event Center
8155 Paradise Lane – Waconia, MN

Tickets on sale by phone at Brown Paper Ticket
Gold Circle VIP : $49.25 in advance $54.25 at the door includes reserved Gold Circle seating, a meet and greet with the comedians with a photo and autograph. (limited number available)

General Admission: $31.25 in advance $36.25 at the door includes first come first served seating.

Service charge of $0.99 and 2.5% service fee
Call 24/7 to 1-800-838-3006

Check out their website for more information and for tickets. www.lakewaconiaeventcenter.com or www.louietour.com

Vehicle Crashes into Holiday Gas Station

Thomas — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 11:41:18 +0000

Last night a vehicle somehow crashed into the Holiday gas station in Waconia. They did quite a bit of damage to some of the windows, the building walls and some products in the store. No word on any injuries though.

The good news is Holiday is open for business with only a small portion of the store roped off for safety reasons.

My guess is someone put the car into drive instead of reverse and hit the gas. Still it’s quite a bit of damage for going as slowly as they should have been. Maybe someone lost their breaks when pulling in?

What details have you heard?