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A Run for Governor, DOMA Decision, and Apple Valley Expansion: South Metro News

Also in this week's wrap: Good news for a former Northfield leader and a baby boom at the Minnesota Zoo.

Take a trip around Dakota County and the south metro with this week's rundown of top news. 

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Northfield

Catch the Wild Sights, Sounds at Northfield Ice Arena

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Summer fun gets cool on the ice.

Charges Against Former Mayor Dropped

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A bit of good news for one of Northfield’s former leaders.

Student-Created Sculpture Unveiled in Downtown Northfield

Art took center state off the city streets last week.

Groundbreaking for New Police Facility Planned for Tuesday

The new, state-of-the-art facility comes online soon.

Lakeville

He's In! Dave Thompson Announces Campaign for Governor

The Lakeville Senator made a three-stop tour to outline his run at the state’s top spot.

Lakeville Officer Honored as 'DWI Enforcer All-Star'

The Twins game meant a little more to these “finest” men last week.

UPDATE: Summer Road Construction in High Gear

Orange barrels won’t be in short supply around Lakeville this summer, that’s for sure.

Eagan

New Assistant Superintendent Hired by District 191

Cynthia Amoroso, currently the director of curriculum and instruction in Mankato, will join the district onJuly 1.

Eagan Woman Turns Passion for Shopping into Encore Career

When Karla Fedor lost her job at Lockheed Martin she turned to retail for a professional rebirth.

Apple Valley

Construction Begins on Petite-sized Strip Mall Off Cedar

Once complete, the retail development will include SmashBurger, Sport Clips, Which Wich, and Yogurt Lab.

Bongo Calves Born at Minnesota Zoo

Tuesday, the Minnesota Zoo announced the arrival of two baby Bongos, a type of antelope native to the lowland rain forests of Africa.

Burnsville

Burnsville’s Stauer Agrees to Refunds Under Accusation of Illegal Charges

A popular local business busted for illegal charges and fees. 

Burnsville Water is All Clear

The annual water report showed no contaminants that violated federal standards.

'It's About Damn Time': Burnsville Reacts to DOMA Decision

Local Twitter users took to social media to comment on the Supreme Court's decision.

 


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