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County aims to save at the pump

Dakota County plans to spend slightly more than $1.47 million for unleaded and diesel fuel for its vehicle fleet in 2009.

By Jane Lightbourn , December 04, 2008

Ballot confusion as recount continues

Minnesota News
ST. PAUL – The U.S. Senate recount got off to a rough start Monday in one northwestern Minnesota county, which reported it had found dozens of previously uncounted ballots and temporarily lost track of a handful more.

By Scott Wente , November 25, 2008

Deputy arrested on suspicion of DWI

A Dakota County Sheriff’s deputy convicted for his role in a fatal accident in Farmington is back in the court system this week.

By Nathan Hansen , November 20, 2008

Harris wins re-election to county board seat

There are challenges facing the Dakota County Board of Commissioners in the next four years. Dakota County Commissioner Joseph (Joe) Harris said he is looking forward to working with the other commissioners and staff to address them.

By Jane Lightbourn , November 05, 2008

Dakota County Uniform Street Naming and Addressing

October 31, 2008

Dakota County Gun Club held annual rifle sight-in

Connor Day bends low over his rifle. A camoflauged baseball cap shades his eyes as he peers through a scope at his target yards away. He steadies the rifle against his shoulder and squeezes the trigger. Bang!

By Nathan Hansen , October 28, 2008

State General Election Ballot: Dakota County

October 27, 2008

Voter's guide: Dakota County Commissioner

We asked both candidates the same questions and gave them each 1,000 words to answer. They got to use those words however they thought was best. The questions are: 1. Dakota County residents consider transportation issues – moving people more efficiently from one stop to the next, ongoing maintenance on existing roads – a major concern. With the always- present budget constraints, how should county officials face this issue/need? 2. How can Dakota County continue to ensure it is a “premier place in which to live,” while still adhering to its low tax rate? 3. What are the other major issues/challenges facing Dakota County in the next four years? How should they be addressed? 4. Why should people vote for you? 5. Other comments Candidates are listed in alphabetical order.

October 24, 2008

Farmington’s foreclosure rate tops in Dakota County

Walk or drive through just about any neighborhood in Farmington and chances are there will be at least one vacant home along the route.

By Michelle Leonard , October 23, 2008

39-turbine wind farm propopsed in Goodhue County

Minnesota News
Up to 39 wind turbines could be spinning across Goodhue and Belle Creek townships as early as next December.

By Jen Cullen , October 22, 2008

Eureka resident Bachman killed at Olympics

Eureka resident Todd Bachman, whose family owns the Bachman's chain of garden centers, has been identified as the victim of a fatal stabbing in Beijing, China. His wife, Barbara, a former member of the Dakota County Fair Board, reportedly was injured.

August 09, 2008

Police take over fairgrounds to train for convention

Seeing police patrol cars around Farmington is nothing out of the ordinary. But when a stream of squads from Minneapolis, St. Paul and several other communities around the metro area tied up traffic around Ash Street Monday morning, well, that was just a bit unusual.

By Michelle Leonard , July 15, 2008

Seats are available on county’s SWCD

There are only a few days left to file for open positions on the Dakota County Soil and Water Conservation board. Those interested in influencing state and county conservation practices have to file for their candidacy by July 15.

By Emily Zimmer , July 10, 2008

Deputy gets 30-day suspension for role in fatal accident

Dakota County Sheriff's deputy Joshua Williams will serve a 30-day suspension and work at least a year of courtroom security for his role in a fatal accident last August.

By Nathan Hansen , June 25, 2008

Harris will seek another term on county board

He enjoys doing it; he still has the high interest in Dakota County government; and he enjoys working with other officials and his constituents.

By Jane Lightbourn , June 20, 2008