An Eden Prairie contractor has been fined $30,000 from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency for allegedly violating storm water control requirements during the construction of the new Highway 212.
According to the MPCA, Zumbro River Constructors violated regulations during two instances, back in the spring of 2007 and October 2007.

According to a news release,

A hot Thursday afternoon last week saw 2-year-olds frolicking with water toys outside the Eden Prairie Education Center. Across the parking lot, 3- to 5-year-olds took turns riding a miniature horse.
Instructors Colby Ulrich and Anette McCullough led the “Crazy About Horses” class, which had been suggested because Ulrich owns horses. The 3- to 5-year-olds learned the parts of a horse, how to groom a horse and what equipment goes with horse riding. Then they each got a chance to ride the horse – and go for a ride in a cart behind the horse.

"Minnesota children under age 8 and shorter than 4 feet 9 inches tall must be in a child safety seat or booster seat, effective July 1. Under the booster law, children cannot use a seat belt alone until they are age 8 or 4 feet 9 inches tall — whichever comes first. To ensure child safety, the Minnesota Department of Public Safety (DPS) recommends parents keep children in a booster based on their height, rather than their age," according to a news release.

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Fireworks are at 10 p.m.

The city of Eden Prairie has planned a fireworks display for 10 p.m. July Fourth at Round Lake. In case of rain, fireworks will be rescheduled to 10 p.m. July 5.

New this year

New this year will be the Outdoor Center coming to share information and creatures. In addition, there will be fun activities from the Art Center.

Wrist bands will be available this year for all day fun in the inflatable area and carnival games from noon to 3 p.m. and again from 5-8 p.m.

The Eden Prairie Women of Today (EPWT) will celebrate their Founders’ Day at 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 1, at the Staring Lake Amphitheatre.

The group will listen to a fellow member play her violin in the Minnetonka Civic Orchestra, which is part of the Music Association of Minnetonka. Bring the whole family with snacks and bug spray and find the EPWT Banner. “Sit by us and help us celebrate our 24th year of service, growth and fellowship,” according to a news release. The event is free and open to the public.

Stan Bann, professional musician, composer and arranger, is bringing his new performing ensemble, Big Bone Band, to Centennial Lakes Park Maetzold Amphitheater at 7 p.m. June 28. The park is at 7499 France Ave. S.

The Eden Prairie Fire Department will be holding a car wash this Saturday, June 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Rainbow Foods in Eden Prairie. The event, “Extinguish Cancer Car Wash and Cookout” will include food, games, prizes and luminary decoration. Visit http://relayforlife.edenprairiefire.org for more information.

The city of Eden Prairie is seeking vendors that want to be part of International Festival 2009.

The Festival is scheduled for 3-8:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 9, at the Staring Lake Amphitheatre, 14800 Pioneer Trail.

Openings for arts and craft vendors, cultural displays and entertainers are still available, according to a news release from the city.

Those interested should contact Nicole White at nwhite@edenprairie.org or 952-949-8457 for more information.

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