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Weekly Update: May 5, 2026

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⛳ 2026 Golf Classic at Mendakota Country Club - June 15th


There’s less than four weeks left to register for the 2026 Golf Classic, and spots are filling quickly! Join us for an unforgettable day of golf, networking, and fun at the beautiful Mendakota Country Club.


🏌️ About the Course

Mendakota Country Club is known for its championship-caliber layout, immaculate fairways, and smooth, challenging greens. The course offers a perfect balance of playability and strategy, making it enjoyable for golfers of all skill levels. From tree-lined holes to scenic vistas, it’s a first-class golf experience you won’t want to miss.


🎯 Event Day Features Include:

  • Golf cart provided for each team
  • Driving range and putting green available prior to tee-off
  • Boxed lunch during play
  • On-course contests and prizes
  • Beverage and snack carts throughout the course
  • Buffet dinner and awards program following golf at the 19th Hole
  • Cash bar available


🤝 Sponsorships & Teams

A limited number of sponsorship opportunities remain—don’t wait to showcase your business!


Grab your friends, co-workers, or clients and register a team of four today.


📅 Registration Deadline:

Friday, May 29 at 12:00 noon (no late registrations)


Members: $195 per person

Non-Members: $210 per person

Team of 4: $780


👉 Sign up now to secure your spot and be part of this premier golf event. We look forward to seeing you on the course!


MEETINGS and EVENTS

CHAMBER NEWS

Office Space for Rent at the River Heights Chamber


Looking for a professional workspace so you can finally get to “work”? We currently have a corner office space available immediately. The size is 14 x 12 feet and is $800 per month.


Interested or Want to Schedule a Tour?

Contact Lilly Miller at lilly@riverheights.com or call 651‑451‑2266.

MEMBER NEWS

🎭 Now Playing at Open Window Theatre: Joan of Arc - May 1–May 31


Experience the world premiere production of Joan of Arc at Open Window Theatre. This powerful and innovative new play brings the remarkable story of Joan to life with bold storytelling and unforgettable performances.


📅 Performances run May 1–31. Tickets are on sale now.

👉 Get tickets and learn more here.


South St. Paul Educational Foundation to distribute scholarships on May 13th 


The South St. Paul Educational Foundation (SSPEF) will host our 42 annual scholarship distribution celebration at the Dr. Dave Metzen Scholarship Hall at South St. Paul secondary school at 6 pm. This year, 133 students will receive scholarships totaling $614,900.


More details here.

Royal Credit Union Hosts Diaper Drive to Support Growing Community Need  


Royal Credit Union (Royal) is teaming up with three local non-profits, Feed My People Food Bank, St. Croix Valley Food Bank, and Diaper Bank of Minnesota, to host its second annual Diaper Drive.  


Between May 1 and May 31, both unopened and opened packages of disposable diapers and wipes can be donated at any Royal office. Monetary donations will also be accepted at any office or online here to assist the non-profit partners in purchasing additional supplies to support those in need. 


Diapers can be dropped off locally at Royal Credit Union, 7055 Cahill Ave, Inver Grove Heights,

COMMUNITY NEWS

Inver Grove Heights Police Department Open House


The public is invited to the 2026 Inver Grove Heights Police Department Open House on Wednesday, May 13, from 4 - 7 p.m. at the PD Offices at 8150 Barabara Ave. (west side of City Hall).


The open house is educational, and it’s also a chance to have some fun!


  • Meet IGH PD staff and enjoy FREE activities.
  • Get an up-close, hands-on looks at police vehicles and equipment.
  • Participate in simulated activities while wearing impairment goggles.
  • Enjoy food, IGH PD giveaways and a kid's bike raffle.
  • There will be a bounce house, face painter, balloon artist, hot dogs, snow cones, and K9/SWAT demos present.


Learn more here.

City and County Updates


City Council Meetings

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 6 pm


Web Stream at Townsquare.tv


City Council Meetings

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 7 pm



Web Stream at Townsquare.tv

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