Graduates and their families were invited to participate in a car procession June 5 through the Rosemount High School campus as RHS staff cheered them on they passed through. The 2020 graduation ceremony was streamed via YouTube. The virtual ceremony included student, faculty and Board of E…
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Kids ‘n Kinship mentoring program is continuing with information sessions. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic all information sessions are now virtual.
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COVID-19 changes commencement for District 196 class of 2020
Incumbents Rosemount City Council members Heidi Freske and Jeff Weisensel have both filed for re-election through the Minnesota Secretary of State’s office.
District 196 is accepting applications through June 12 for four at-large citizen positions on the district’s Legislative Advisory Council. Applicants should have some experience or interest in government affairs lobbying and/or the legislative process. The terms of all three positions are fo…
Two men have been charged in U.S. District Court after they allegedly caused damage at the Dakota County Western Service Center in Apple Valley with fire and explosive materials.
The Dakota County Fair has been canceled for 2020 in response to COVID-19.
Lighthouse Christian Church in Rosemount is holding a community prayer service from 5-6 p.m. at 3285 144th St. W.
Some south metro area Walmart stores are closed on May 29 after looting and rioting at other businesses in recent days in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Two people have been arrested after the Dakota County Western Service Center was broken into early Friday, May 29.
Minnesota Valley Transit Authority is suspending service to downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul on Friday and altering routes that serve Mall of America.
Increase in demand at food shelf
Community education program moves to online activities during pandemic
Community members in the Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan School District are finding ways to honor members of the class of 2020 beyond the graduation plans that have been announced by the school district in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
House District 57A candidate Megan Olson and House District 57B candidate Sandra Jimenez won endorsements during the May 21 Senate District 57 Republicans online conventions.
Emerald Isle features 151 single-family units
John and Ann Loch wanted to provide the community with an inspirational message during this trying and stressful time. Hours of pondering the mechanism of doing this led John to create a mural using pop bottle caps of different colors that now sits on the corner of Dominica Way and Diamond P…
Charter Communications has announced a $1 million construction project to bring its fiber-optic network nearly 265 homes in the northwestern part of Rosemount.
Event is one of many sidetracked in south metro
On May 14, Rick’s Bike Sale volunteers sorted 50 bikes from their storage and Free Bikes 4 Kidz MN nonprofit volunteers loaded them for distribution at Dakota County Technical College in Rosemount.
Dakota County has released more information about COVID-19 cases, including total cases by city.
Five local high school students were recently selected to receive a trip to Washington, D.C., sponsored by Dakota Electric Association.
Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan School District high schools will offer seniors and their families an in-person graduation experience featuring some of the key moments that define graduation, done in a different and appropriately distanced way due to the pandemic, the district announced May 15.
Staff finding other ways to keep animals stimulated without visitor crowds
Middle school teacher inspires routine
District 196 still planning for summer, fall amid uncertainty
DFL incumbents District 57 Sen. Greg Clausen, District 57A Rep. Robert Bierman and District 57B Rep. John Huot have won endorsements from the recently held Senate District 57 DFL convention, and will each be running for reelection this November.
Keeping communities safe is more important than ever. To help the men and women bravely taking this responsibility on each day, Rosemount-based Minnesota Energy Resources is providing its Rewarding Responders Grant to support area first responders. Emergency response agencies operating in th…
Echo Park Elementary School of Leadership, Engineering and Technology Assistant Administrator Logan Schultz has been selected to be the school’s next principal, District 196 Superintendent Mary M. Kreger announced May 8.
The Minnesota Zoo has cut staff positions in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Taking Heart: A Virtual Interfaith Community Gathering will be held online this year on Saturday, May 16, at 2 p.m., due to concerns about large gatherings spreading COVID-19.
Sen. Greg Clausen, DFL – Apple Valley), Rep. Robert Bierman, DFL – Apple Valley, and Rep. John Huot, DFL – Rosemount invite community members to join them for a virtual town hall on Monday, May 11 at 7 p.m.
Organization planned to help 500 families
Livestreamed concerts to online art lessons are part of the plan during pandemic
Group in Rosemount organizes more than 70 parades
Prior Lake resident Tyler Kistner was endorsed by 2nd District Republicans on the first ballot during Saturday's online convention to face off against U.S. Rep. Angie Craig, D-Eagan.
Several years ago, Dr. Eugene Cohen of Cornell University wrote an article about his most advanced research on the aging brain. He concluded that groups who participated in the theater arts showed the best results in improving both overall health and brain fitness.
Dakota County is waiving a penalty for some property tax payments due May 15.
One hundred thirty-two students at Apple Valley High School have successfully passed the STEM Innovator Portfolio Assessment and Exam and qualify for University of Iowa college credits.
Decision made because of COVID-19 concerns
Cedar Park Elementary had a staff parade April 21 to allow families to see their teachers and other school staff from a safe distance as schools remain closed due to COVID-19.
The Rosemount Area Arts Council is offering three ways to help the community find creative ways to spend time and participate in our community while sheltering-in-place.
Dakota County is expanding its COVID-19 hotline to connect residents to a range of local resources during the pandemic.
Dakota County service and license centers are currently closed due to COVID-19, but the county is committed to helping you access the services you need.
Veterans in Dakota County who have been financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic may be eligible for grant programs offered by the Minnesota Department of Veteran Affairs:
Since 1981, the Dakota County Attorney’s Office has observed National Crime Victims’ Rights Week during the month of April. This week marks the challenge to the nation to confront and remove barriers to full justice for all victims of crime. During the “Stay at Home” order, the Dakota County…
Dakota County has responded to the COVID-19 pandemic by ensuring important services remain available for residents and businesses, county leaders said during the 2020 State of the County forum.
Police detail ‘unprecedented situation’
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