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    March 15, 2017
    No injuries were reported in a slow-speed rollover accident in downtown Farmington on Tuesday, March 7. (RiverTown Multimedia photo by Jennifer Steichen)play button
    Slow-speed rollover in downtown Farmington
    Farmington first responders came upon a surprising scene Tuesday, March 7 — a slow-speed rollover accident in the downtown area. No one...
    News/accidentsMarch 15, 2017 - 5:30am
    March 14, 2017
    Dakota County Regional Chamber of Commerce member Lisa Franxman prepares to introduce Farmington Mayor Todd Larson for the State of the City address Friday, March 10. (RiverTown Multimedia photo by Deanna Weniger)
    State of the City: Farmington is growing, climbing out of debt
    Mayor Todd Larson highlighted new businesses, fiscal responsibility and the success of the city's first full-time fire chief in his State of...
    News/governmentMarch 14, 2017 - 3:01pm
    March 13, 2017
    Farmington girls basketball players pack supplies for their teammate to bring to a kindergarten center in the village of Olanchito, Honduras.(Submitted photo)
    Farmington basketball focuses on service off the court
    When Farmington basketball player Bre Ruthenbeck asked her teammates to help her fill two suitcases with dental supplies, school supplies and...
    NewsMarch 13, 2017 - 8:00am
    March 12, 2017
    Brand Farms owner/operator Aaron Brand recently built a state-of-the-art chicken barn that will be home to around 3,000 birds. The barn has improved bird health and efficiency, allowing him to expand the egg business to wholesale suppliers. (RiverTown Multimedia photo by Kim Ukura)
    Free-range chickens to flock together in Farmington
    Community members who care about how their food is raised and produced don't have to look much further than Brand Farms, a producer of eggs,...
    NewsMarch 12, 2017 - 8:00am
    March 11, 2017
    Letters: What happened to local government control?; Student loan debt no laughing matter
    Letters to the editor...
    opinionMarch 11, 2017 - 12:00pm
    March 10, 2017
    Farmington City Council member Tim Pitcher resigned Thursday, March 9.
    Pitcher resigns from Farmington City Council
    City Council member Tim Pitcher submitted his resignation March 9, citing a new job opportunity that will move him out of Farmington.
    News/governmentMarch 10, 2017 - 1:46pm
    March 9, 2017
    Rambling River Plaza redesign plans back on track
    Plans are moving forward to redesign the Rambling River Plaza in downtown Farmington. City Council had tabled the topic in November when business...
    NewsMarch 9, 2017 - 2:00pm
    Prairie Pines Park (left) and Marigold Park (right).
    Two park plans approved, waiting for funding
    Concepts for Prairie Pines and Marigold parks are finished and have the City Council's blessing. All they need now is funding. The parks, which...
    News/governmentMarch 9, 2017 - 8:00am
    March 8, 2017
    Master Recycler/Composter classes begin March 14
    Individuals who live or work in Dakota County are invited to participate in the Master Recycler/Composter class this spring. Classes will be held from 6-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, March 14 through April 18, at the Dakota County Northern Service Center.
    LifeMarch 8, 2017 - 2:00pm
    Owner Craig Bongard fixes the “for sale” sign on his Akin Road property. On Monday, the City Council approved his request to rezone the property to Neighborhood Business. He hopes this change will finally allow him to sell the land. (photo by Matthew Steichen)
    Akin Road property rezoned; neighbors concerned about changes
    A piece of property on Akin Road has come under scrutiny lately, bouncing back and forth between the Farmington Planning Commission and City...
    News/governmentMarch 8, 2017 - 9:11am
    March 7, 2017
    Tanner Rezney, Donald Selmer and Lois Lotze were recognized by the Farmington Rotary for their contributions to the Farmington community. They are pictured with Farmington Rotary President Corey Tutewohl. (Submitted photo)
    Three receive Rotary Service Above Self award
    Through thoughtful assistance, a passion for music and boundless enthusiasm, the three individuals recognized as Farmington Rotary's March Service...
    NewsMarch 7, 2017 - 3:16pm
    Some Xcel Energy customers out of power in Farmington due to high winds
    March came in like a lion today. Roaring winds caused power outages all over Farmington.
    News/businessMarch 7, 2017 - 3:04pm
    March 6, 2017
    Crops Day will cover soils, irrigation, weeds and nitrogen management
    For the eleventh year, Crops Day will bring University of Minnesota and agency specialists to Dakota County to share local research results and crop management strategies with producers and other agricultural professionals. Crops Day will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, March...
    News/regionMarch 6, 2017 - 5:30am
    March 3, 2017
    For Marcy Schwartzmiller, grooming pets for a living is a dream come true. She moved her business from Rosemount to Farmington in January. (RiverTown Multimedia photo by Matthew Steichen)
    Keeping Farmington's pets looking their finest
    Marcy Schwartzmiller, owner of Farmington's newest pet grooming business, KeePet Clean, thinks people are willing to go the extra mile for their...
    News/businessMarch 3, 2017 - 1:10pm
    Farmington High School seniors Lucas Toutge (left) and Taylor Julson (right) performed at Orchestra Hall as members of the Minnesota All-State Band the weekend of Feb. 18-19. T
    Julson, Toutge honored as All-State Band students
    Farmington High School seniors Lucas Toutge (left) and Taylor Julson (right) performed at Orchestra Hall as members of the Minnesota All-State...
    News/educationMarch 3, 2017 - 12:30pm
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