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Mining at UMore gets OK

Years of work culminated Tuesday night in the Rosemount City Council’s approval of a series of actions to allow Dakota Aggregates to mine nearly 900 acres on the UMore Park property in southeast Rosemount. UMore also includes land in Empire Township.

By Emily Zimmer , December 30, 2012

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Harris reflects on his years on the Dakota County Board of Commissioners

Dakota County commissioner Joe Harris has seen plenty of changes in the communities he’s served over the 30-plus years he’s held the District 1 seat. But that all comes to an end next week, as Harris has officially retired from the Dakota County Board of Commissioners.

By Michelle Leonard , December 27, 2012

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Dakota County in running for $25,000 grant

The Humphrey School of Public Affairs and InCommons announced this week that Dakota County Community Services, Irondale High School, Mounds View Public Schools and the City of St Paul’s EMS Academy are finalists in the sixth annual Local Government Innovation Awards.

December 25, 2012

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Upgrades coming for Dakota County Library at Farmington

With approval last week from the Dakota County Board of Commissioners, work will begin in earnest early next year on a planned remodeling of the Dakota County Farmington Library.

By Nathan Hansen , December 20, 2012

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Dakota County attorney, sheriff, call for safety on the roads

Now that the holiday season is here, Americans across the country will soon be involved in holiday activities and travel. For some, however, the season won’t be free of disaster. That’s why Dakota County Attorney James Backstrom and Dakota County Sheriff Dave Bellows are joining highway safety organizations and law enforcement partners across the nation.

December 11, 2012

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Driver nearly hit another car on Highway 52 near Hampton

A 43-year-old Zumbro Falls man faces DWI charges after he reportedly nearly swerved into another car on Highway 52 in Hampton Township.

By Nathan Hansen , November 26, 2012

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Ebooks get easier in county libraries

For a growing number of readers, sitting down with a good book has nothing to do with holding a paperback in their hands. It’s all about electronics, from Kindles and Nooks to iPads and other tablets. Now, the Dakota County Library system is making it easier than ever to fill those devices with free content.

By Nathan Hansen , November 16, 2012

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Proposed budget could mean lower taxes to Dakota County residents

A recommended 2013 Dakota County budget could mean lower property taxes. Dakota County Financial Services Director Matt Smith presented the proposed budget at the regular meeting of the Dakota County Board of Commissioners this week.

By Jane Lightbourn , November 11, 2012

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Slavik wins Dakota County commissioner race to replace Harris

Slavik wins Dakota County commissioner race to replace Harris Farmington supported Christy Jo Fogarty, but the next Dakota County Commissioner for District 1 will be another Hastings native, Mike Slavik.

By Jane Lightbourn , November 08, 2012

Slavik wins Dakota County District 1 commissioner race

Farmington supported Christy Jo Fogarty in her bid to fill the open Dakota County District 1 commissioner seat, but Mike Slavik of Hastings carried the lead elsewhere in District 1. Slavik will fill the seat that will be vacated when County Commissioner Joe Harris retires in December.

By Michelle Leonard , November 07, 2012

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Voters guide: Get informed for Tuesday's election

Voters guide: Get informed for Tuesday's election Farmington voters have a lot of decisions to make when they go to the polls Nov. 6. There's the race for President, of course, and two much-talked-about constitutional amendments. But there are also several local races to think about.

November 01, 2012

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Dakota County morgue moves to Hennepin County

For more than 20 years, the morgue on the lower level of Regina Medical Center has served as the Regional Medical Examiner’s Office for a number of area counties, including Dakota. That will change as of Jan. 1.

By Jane Lightbourn , November 01, 2012

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Letter to the editor: Retired judge says Messerich is respected

Messerich has earned the respect of litigants and attorneys.

October 25, 2012

Candidate questions 2012: Dakota County Commissioner

Candidate questions 2012: Dakota County Commissioner Two Dakota County residents are vying for the commissioner seat held by Joe Harris.

October 24, 2012

Candidate questions 2012: United States House Second District

Candidate questions 2012: United States House Second District United States House Second District candidates John Kline and Mike Obermueller answer questions about their aspirations if they are elected.

October 24, 2012

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