Memorial Day events set around Farmington
Farmington and surrounding townships will be able to pay tribute to the area’s deceased veterans, as plans are well under way for the 2013 Memorial Day ceremonies.
RELATED CONTENTFarmington daycare provider charged in 2012 death of infant
Rebecca Lynn Graupmann of Farmington has been charged with two counts of manslaughter in the second degree and one count of endangerment of a child, one count of neglect of a child and interference with a death scene. The charges all relate to the death of 3-month-old Kaiden Robert Staebell. Graupmann was the child’s daycare provider.
RELATED CONTENTLooking back: MaryAnne Smith was crowned as Dakota County dairy princess in 1963
A special election was set for a new school in Farmington 100 years ago. Check out Looking Back to see what else happened this week in Farmington's history.
RELATED CONTENTFarmington police report: May 3-9
Farmington police responded to several accidents and reports of property damage last week.
RELATED CONTENTFarmington now has a disposal site in the police lobby
Over-the-counter medications and prescriptions can pollute our waters and be harmful to humans, fish, and other wildlife when disposed of improperly– please do not flush medications down the toilet or place in the trash.
For emergencies of all sizes, 911 is the number to call
The Farmington and Rosemount police and fire departments along with the Dakota County Sheriff’s Office have joined “911 for All,” a new countywide campaign aimed at making it simpler for citizens to contact their public safety agencies in both emergency and non-emergency situations.
Camp Pepin trip canceled as Farmington students get sick
Farmington elementary school students had to come home early after a trip to Camp Pepin after several of them got sick.
RELATED CONTENTFun and games and capes and ice cream in Farmington
Sarah Carrero believes single moms are heroes, which is the short explanation for why there will be a few dozen women and children running through Farmington in costume Saturday.
RELATED CONTENTGarofalo and Clausen supported same-sex marriage; Wills and Thompson opposed
For Rep. Pat Garofalo, last week’s vote on same-sex marriage came down to a matter of practicality. He figured the legislation had the votes it needed to pass, so he tried to get something he believed his constituents wanted.
RELATED CONTENTBusy hands, happy hearts at First Presbyterian Church in Farmington
Hands busy trimming and pinning the material before her, 96-year-old Irene Spaniol shared a personal philosophy Tuesday morning. ”I think God gives everyone a talent, and it’s up to you to use it,” she said.
RELATED CONTENTFarmington Ambassadors unveil a float fit for a queen (or nine)
In the past, Miss Farmington and her court have had to ride in three convertibles during parade appearances. That won’t be the case come this weekend.
RELATED CONTENTFarmington officials take a fresh look at Vermillion River Crossings
Farmington city planner Lee Smick knows how much things can change in eight years. That’s why she wants to know if the pre-existing plans for the Vermillion River Crossings commercial development are still good.
RELATED CONTENTHome upkeep rules may change in Farmington
Failure to finish an exterior housing project could lead to misdemeanor charges against the homeowner if a new city code amendment is approved by the Farmington City Council.
RELATED CONTENTLooking Back: Farmington set plans to observe National Air Mail Week
St. Michael's announced plans for the ceremony of the laying of the corner stone at its new church 100 years ago this week. Check out Looking Back to see what else happened this week in Farmington's history.
RELATED CONTENTFarmington police report: April 26-May 1
Police responded to routine calls in the past week.
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