COVID-19 concerns delayed and eventually canceled Apple Valley resident Rick Anderson and friends’ 12th annual bike event this year, but individual sales and a special appointment-only pop-up sale at Dan Sjolseth’s Superior Service Center were successful. Anderson and his team donated $33,15…
Capping months of discussion, the District 191 School Board voted Oct. 22 to finalize its intentions for selling or leasing several district properties.
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Schools in the Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan celebrated Unity Day during the week of Oct. 19-23. While Unity Day was on Oct. 21, some schools observed the annual day that encourages people to stand together against bullying and unite for acceptance and kindness for the entire week. According …
Sheet music from another age is on display at the Robert Trail Library in Rosemount.
Planning Commission review plans for ‘checkout-free’ store
Dakota County Soil and Water Conservation District recently announced Kimber Contours in Castle Rock has been named the 2020 Dakota County Outstanding Conservationist.
Funds to help improve pedestrian, bike safety in Dakota County
Applications for the Burnsville-Eagan-Savage District 191 School Board vacancy left by the resignation of Board Member Jen Holweger will be accepted through Nov. 6 at 1 p.m.
River Valley Project Explore participants gathered for an outdoor Halloween Bash at Valley Middle School Oct. 15. The event was the program’s first-in person activity since March 12, when other activities were canceled due to COVID-19. The Halloween Bash included a costume parade, photo boot…
Diane Anderson and Laurie Halverson are the candidates for the Dakota County Board in District 3, which includes portions of Eagan as well as the cities of Lilydale, Mendota, Mendota Heights.
Eagan City Council approves new gas station, car wash, liquor store complex
Eagan Police Chief Roger New introduced two new police officers last week during the Eagan City Council meeting.
Daniel R. Olsen American Legion Post 594 and Auxiliary Unit 594 facilitated a Flag Education and Disposal Ceremony Oct. 8 at the Thomas Lake Park pavilion in Eagan.
Dakota County schools are seeking Minnesota Reading Corps and Minnesota Math Corps tutors for the 2020-21 school year to help students struggling with reading and math.
House District 51B, which includes portions of Eagan, features a race between the DFL endorsed candidate Liz Reyer and the Republicans’ endorsed candidate Fern A. Smith.
House District 51A, which includes portions of Eagan and Burnsville, features a race between DFL Rep. Sandra Masin and the Republicans’ endorsed candidate Patrick J. Zurick.
Senate District 51, which includes portions of Eagan and Burnsville, features a race between DFL Sen. Jim Carlson and the Republicans’ endorsed candidate Douglas D. Willetts.
Total numbers decreased by 215 students
An Eagan man died due to multiple blunt force injuries following a vehicle collision Sept. 19 in Eden Prairie, according to the Hennepin County Medical Examiner.
The Republican Seniors of Minnesota’s next meeting is set for 10 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13, at the Knights of Columbus/Bloomington Event Center, 114 American Blvd W. in Bloomington.
Five candidates are running on Nov. 3 for three four-year terms on the Burnsville-Eagan-Savage District 191 School Board.
Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan School Board members reviewed proposed calendars for the next two school years at a special meeting Sept. 28.
Fans of Eagan High School football and volleyball will be able to watch their teams compete this fall despite COVID-19.
District 51B serves part of Eagan
The Minnesota Zoo had a virtual naming contest Sept. 30 to Oct. 4 for its newest baby Malayan tapir born on Aug. 8. Community members could choose between four names with connections to the native area of the tapirs by voting on the zoo’s website. The zoo announced on Facebook Monday that th…
The Eagan City Council will likely have at least one new member following the November election for the first time since 2007.
Dr. Robert Casper retiring after nearly five decades
Metro Republican Women’s next meeting has been set for Saturday, Oct. 10.
The Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan School Board approved a proposed 2020 (payable 2021) property tax levy Sept. 28 at the maximum amount allowed by the state. The proposed levy is $121,465,415, an increase of $5,388,113 or 4.6 percent compared to the levy for payable 2020 property taxes.
The Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan School Board approved the inaugural members of the district’s new Equity Advisory Council at its Sept. 28 regular meeting.
Kids ‘n Kinship, a nonprofit mentoring organization, is continuing with information sessions. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic all information sessions are now virtual.
But wants legislation redirecting proceeds to general fund
Storm Creek, an eco-made outdoor-inspired apparel supplier headquartered in Eagan, announced it has hired Lynette Dunsworth as director of sales and customer experience.
Kirsten Storlie of Lakeville, who mentored a girl through Kids ‘n Kinship for over 10 years, was presented with the first Janet Lekson Memorial Award Sept. 9 at Crystal Lake Golf Club in Lakeville.
Teachers, principals update board on working with the new plan
Minnesota Alliance With Youth recently announced Apple Valley High School and Eastview High School students who been selected to serve on the Minnesota Youth Council, representing Minnesota’s 2nd Congressional District.
The Minnesota Zoo celebrated Sea Otter Awareness Week Sept. 21 until Sept. 26. Community members were encouraged to visit the zoo’s three sea otters, Rocky, Jasper and Capers. They were orphaned in the wild in Alaska. Capers came to the zoo in 2006 and Jasper and Rocky arrived in 2007. “They…
Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan Superintendent Mary Kreger has been given high marks by the School Board on her most recent superintendent evaluation.
Fifty-six District 196 seniors are receiving special recognition this fall for scores they achieved on a national standardized test taken last year as juniors. Twelve are semifinalists in the 2020 National Merit Scholarship Program and 44 are National Merit commended students.
The Minnesota Zoo’s reindeer herd was recently infected with epizootic hemorrhagic disease, Minnesota Board of Animal Health officials reported Sept. 17.
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