Great Scott County

08/28/2026

Looking for your next hire or your next opportunity? GreatScottCounty.org/jobs connects local employers with local talent in one easy, no-cost spot. Whether you're a business owner ready to post an opening or a job seeker exploring what's available right here in Scott County, the jobs page is updated regularly so you're always seeing fresh listings. Best of all, posting a job is completely free, making it simple for our local businesses to find great candidates without added cost. Check it out today and see who's hiring — or who's hiring you — right in your own backyard!

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Yellow graphic with the headline "Local Jobs. Local Talent. One Easy Spot." in teal bold text at the top. Below it, black text reads "Post An Opening or Search for One at GreatScottCounty.org/jobs, Completely Free and Updated Regularly." Two photos sit side by side beneath the text: on the left, five job applicants sit in a row holding resumes, appearing to wait for an interview; on the right, a small group sits at a table during what looks like a job interview or business meeting, with laptops and papers visible. At the bottom, the "great scott" logo appears in white text on yellow and teal blocks.

08/28/2026

📣 Local businesses! Here’s your chance to connect with New Prague’s future workforce!

New Prague High School is hosting its 3rd Annual Career & Tech Day on Tuesday, September 29!

Sign up here --> https://forms.gle/PQozVvrm24b4dPzF7

This is a great opportunity to introduce students to your industry, showcase the careers available right here in our community, and help them see what their future could look like. Whether you're looking to inspire a future intern or employee or simply share what you do, we encourage our local businesses to get involved!

08/27/2026

08/27/2026

If you received an energy assistance application last year, keep your eyes out for your new application for this program year to be mailed to you. The energy assistance program year begins October 1st.

Otherwise, if you applied online last season, you will receive an email to apply online for the program again on October 1st. You can alternatively apply online as soon as Sept 1st here: https://mn.gov/home.

08/27/2026

Mental health matters and Scott County's mobile mental health crisis response is here for you. Please know that it's okay to seek support.

If you're in Scott County, know that the Canvas Health mobile crisis response team is available 24/7 for FREE mental health and substance use crisis support.

Scott County residents can access the Scott County Canvas Health Mobile Crisis Team, which offers free 24/7 crisis counseling and support services for mental health and substance use issues. Canvas Health provides both telehealth and in-person visits.

Canvas Health (Scott County residents): 952-818-3702

To make an appointment: https://intakeq.com/new/e12ik3/br5zvt

Canvas Health website: https://www.canvashealth.org/canvas-locations/scott-county-mobile-crisis-services/

Additional resources offering immediate, free, and confidential support:

• National Su***de Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 (Veterans, press 1)
• Crisis Text Line: Text HOME or MN to 741741
• NAMI Minnesota (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Minnesota: https://namimn.org/
• Help with Daily Living: http://www.211.org/

You are not alone. You matter. Help is available.

08/26/2026

The SMSC can help you build a future with a career that inspires and supports your growth. As the largest employer in Scott County, the SMSC offers a wide range of roles—each providing opportunities for advancement, connection, and personal development.

Explore careers in hospitality, childcare, retail, and more, and enjoy comprehensive benefits that support your health, family, and future.

Learn more and begin your journey at shakopeedakota.org/careers.

08/26/2026

Happy National Dog Day from Great Scott County! Your four-legged friends deserve some local love too, and Scott County has plenty of spots to make their tails wag!

With five dog parks spread across Jordan, Shakopee, Prior Lake, and Savage, there's no shortage of places to let your dog off-leash and burn some energy. For everyday walks, every city in the county also offers leashed access to community parks and trail networks.

GreatScottCounty.org rounds up our regional and city parks and a community calendar of events, many of which your dog would be more than happy to join!

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Graphic with the "great scott" logo at top, followed by the headline "Happy National Dog Day From Great Scott County!" and subheading "The Best Local Finds Aren't Just For The Humans In Your House!" Below is a list of five dog parks: Sand Creek Dog Park in Jordan, Southbridge Community Park Dog Park in Shakopee, Cleary Lake Dog Park in Prior Lake, Savage Dog Park in Savage, and Murphy-Hanrehan Dog Park in Savage, each marked with a paw print icon. Text below the list reads, "And Every City in Scott County Offers Leashed Access to Community Parks and Trail Networks!" Three photos are shown at the bottom: a woman walking a dog on a leash along a wooded trail, a group of people sitting on the grass in a park with a fluffy white dog in the foreground, and a man crouched down petting two dogs outdoors.

08/25/2026

Here's a hunch we've had for a while: Communities grow stronger when people feel plugged in. GreatScottCounty.org is our effort to make that real — helping people discover what's here, find their way to it, and see the county keep growing because of it. Check it out at GreatScottCounty.org!

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he "Great Scott" logo appears at top in yellow and teal. Below it, bold teal text reads "Why We Built GreatScottCounty.org," followed by the subheading "Because Scott County thrives when people know what's possible here." Three bullet points, each marked with a yellow checkmark badge, list: "Sharing everything our county has to offer," "Helping people plug into great jobs, homes, and fun," and "Creating chances for every neighbor to thrive." Three photos span the bottom: a group of friends laughing together outdoors, several people tending a rooftop garden, and a group of coworkers collaborating around a table.

08/24/2026

🚨 IT’S TODAY! 🚨

The Vehicle Fair is happening TONIGHT! 🚗🚒🚓🚍

Come explore 20+ vehicles up close! Climb inside, honk some horns, check out all the cool features and meet the people who drive them.

Bring the whole family, this is one event you won’t want to miss!

📅 TODAY - Monday, August 24
⏰ 5-6:30pm
📍 Shakopee High School – North Parking Lot

See you tonight! 👋