The ramp from westbound Highway 12 to southbound Interstate 494 is closed from 5 a.m. Thursday, July 24, until Tuesday, July 29, for a pavement rehabilitation project, according to a news release from MnDOT.

"MnDOT reminds motorists to slow down in work zones and never enter a roadway that has been blocked with barriers or cones. For statewide traffic, construction and travel information visit www.511mn.org or call 511."

Ashley Larson and Zachary Baranowski of Eden Prairie announce their engagement and upcoming wedding.
Ashley Larson is the daughter of Bradley and Colleen Larson of Eden Prairie. She attended Eden Prairie High School and Bethel University. She recently received her degree in international business and marketing.
Zachary Baranowski is the son of Carl and Ellen Baranowski of Kansas City, Kan. He attended Eden Prairie High School and the University of Minnesota and is an engineer at BKBM Engineering.

The Eden Prairie News received the following letter from Julianna Anderson regarding the train at Miller Park: “I’m writing about the changes to Miller Park. Please don’t get rid of the train. You can put ramps on the train, but please don’t get rid of it.”
We asked the city of Eden Prairie’s Parks and Recreation Director, Jay Lotthammer, “What will happen to the train in Miller Park? What are the next steps in the Miller Park playground project?” His response follows:

Neighborhoods wanting to register for this year’s Eden Prairie Night Out should send in their information by this Friday. This year’s event is set to take place the evening of Tuesday, Aug. 5, in neighborhood block parties around the city.