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Last Tuesday at midnight the federal government shut down. In Minnesota, hundreds of thousands of employees are expected to be furloughed with other roles like TSA and air traffic controllers …
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By Graham P. Johnson
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10/8/25
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As a music lover and a DJ with nearly four decades of experience, I have been to my fair share of concerts. Metallica at Xcel Energy Center after the black album (my favorite band), Brooks and Dunn a …
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Editorial By Bruce Karnick
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10/8/25
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The Hastings Police Department is joining the Pink Patch Project for the eighth year to raise awareness for breast cancer and funds for the American Cancer Society. This year the Hastings Police …
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By Graham P. Johnson
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10/8/25
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Lionheart Wellness and Recovery, an outpatient treatment center treating mental health disorders and substance use, is set to hire three new therapists, and is currently considering opening a new …
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By Graham P. Johnson
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10/8/25
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Joy Curtin will present “Who are these people?….when you think you know it all, think again!” Initial research revealed that only three immigrants bearing a unique surname settled …
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10/8/25
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Property taxes on Dakota County real estate for the second half of 2025 are due Wednesday, Oct. 15. Property taxes can be paid online, by phone or by mail. Mailed payments must be postmarked by …
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10/8/25
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Strong communities don’t just happen. They rely on connection—residents knowing what’s going on, businesses reaching the customers who keep them open, and citizens having the facts …
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By Dean Ridings
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10/8/25
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Since Sept. 29, the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) has confirmed 10 new cases of measles in the Twin Cities metro area bringing the state’s total for the year to 18. These new measles …
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10/8/25
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A Hastings man was charged by summons Sept. 30 in Dakota County Court with drug crimes following a search of a residence in May. Bradley Alan Nadeau, 42, was charged with 1st degree sale of …
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Staff Report
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10/8/25
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The Hastings Raiders girls tennis team wrapped up their season last week with a spirited showing at the Section 3AA Team Tournament, facing a tough Eastview squad on September 30. Despite falling …
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By Bruce Karnick
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10/8/25
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Excitement is running high at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic School this week, as students, teachers, and families celebrate the success of this year’s annual fundraising marathon walk and …
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By Bruce Karnick
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10/7/25
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Two new faces joined the ISD 200 School Board as the student board members returned to the table at the board’s regular meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 25. Juniors Shyla Henson and Avery Durfee …
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By Graham P. Johnson
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10/1/25
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As a person with heart disease and a pacemaker/defibrillator that will permanently be part of my life going forward, stories about lives being saved hit a little closer to home, especially when it …
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By Bruce Karnick
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10/1/25
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Dakota County residents looking for ways to get involved and help others are invited to the Community Volunteer Fair Thursday, Oct. 2 from 3–5:30 p.m. at Wescott Library in Eagan. The fair will …
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10/1/25
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Homecoming week was a true celebration of Raider pride! From spirited dress-up days and the fun of the powderpuff football game, to the energy of our marching band, the recognition of our Homecoming …
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By Dr. Kristine Wehrkamp Herman
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10/1/25
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It was a full house of furry friends and happy humans Thursday evening at Hastings Rivertown Dog Park, where the annual Paws in the Park event brought together dogs, their people, and more than 20 …
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By Bruce Karnick
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10/1/25
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Absentee ballots for the ISD 200 School Board election are officially open. Ballots are available at the Dakota County Administration Building and Western Service Center with early voting beginning …
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By Graham P. Johnson
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9/30/25
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St. Paul, MN: The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA), in partnership with local and regional organizations, has been awarded $11.16 million through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s …
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9/30/25
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While shoppers perused the booths set up along Second Street last Saturday for the Main Street Fall Market Festival, a group of 12 players sat in Level Up Games trading blows and casting spells in …
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By Graham P. Johnson
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9/30/25
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Dakota County Commissioner Mike Slavik poses for the camera at the 2025 State of the County. Photo by Graham P. Johnson
State of County Dakota County Commissioner Mike Slavik and County Manger …
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By Graham P. Johnson
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9/30/25
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