Monthly Archives: March 2008

Celebrate agriculture To the editor: American agriculture is responsible for providing the necessities of everyday life

Watch an excerpt from the Abby Invite documentary. by Jeff Achen Thisweek Newspapers Neither of them had much experience behind the camera, or in front of it for that matter. But that didn’t stop them from scripting, shooting and editing … Continue reading →

by Jason Olson Thisweek Newspapers Burnsville’s second trip in school history to the state boys basketball tournament ended Wednesday in the Class AAAA state quarterfinals with a 54-52 loss to No. 3-seed Robinsdale Cooper. Neither team could make shots down … Continue reading →

by Andy Rogers Thisweek Newspapers The Eastview girls track and field team is gearing up for another interesting year. The Lightning are coming off a wildly successful 2007 when they finished third in the Lake Conference, first in sections and … Continue reading →

by Andy Rogers Thisweek Newspapers In 2007, the Apple Valley girls track and field team had an exciting year placing second in the Lake Conference and 11th at state. This year, the team is hoping to elevate those marks. Almost … Continue reading →

by Andy Rogers Thisweek Newspapers Players from last year’s Lake Conference championship team Apple Valley knows that every other team will be gunning for them this spring. The Eagles baseball program had an exciting 2007 with a 14-4 conference record … Continue reading →

  Brooke and Shannon Kearney made picture frames during the Wednesday, March 26, Dakota County Technical College Showcase. This year, the event included booths and information about programs at the college, food from area restaurants and a “Deal or No … Continue reading →

‘Ben Franklin’ emphasizes Tiger STARs monthly theme of citizenship at Akin Road Elementary by Kara Hildreth Thisweek Newspapers As part of a lesson on citizenship, elementary students from Akin Road Elementary School met the lively character Benjamin Franklin. Students’ attention … Continue reading →

by Kara Hildreth Thisweek Newspapers Giving back has always been at the heart of the Farmington American Legion. Even though the Legion’s doors are closed for a few months after a February fire, the programs it supports each year are … Continue reading →

Mayor addresses sesquicentennial, housing needs, outdoor complex, arts center by Jessica Harper Thisweek Newspapers Mayor Bill Droste reflected on Rosemount’s past and touched on a few of his goals for the future in his State of the City Address on … Continue reading →

by Tad Johnson Thisweek Newspapers Without volunteers, Rosemount Leprechaun Days wouldn’t have grown to what it is in 2008.

Dee Dee Lind motivates club’s members to become workout warriors by Tad Johnson Thisweek Newspapers Those who don’t feel an energetic boost when they walk into the Curves at Rosemount Market Square had better check their pulses. PHOTO: Dee Dee … Continue reading →

by Laura Adelmann Thisweek Newspapers Frustrated that some 911 calls in Dakota County are not ringing through to dispatchers, officials are publicizing an alternative number. PHOTO: Apple Valley resident Keith Haskell, a trained fire fighter and former emergency dispatcher, was … Continue reading →

Public/private collaborative targets financial literacy   by Laura Adelmann Thisweek Newspapers The decisions that come with a steady paycheck can catch some people off guard, according to some experts.

Metro counties rush to form joint-powers board   by Laura Adelmann Thisweek Newspapers Dakota County officials devoted significant time and effort last week working to make sure the county can receive every dime available for transportation projects

by T.W. Budig Thisweek Newspapers The House K-12 Finance Committee on Tuesday, March 25, voted to end Minnesota’s participation in the federal testing program No Child Left Behind.

Burnsville-Eagan-Savage School District 191 was informed by the Dakota County Public Health Department on March 26 that one person at Burnsville High School is suspected of having the infectious disease tuberculosis. About 35 people will be recommended for TB screening … Continue reading →

by John Gessner Thisweek Newspapers Burnsville’s hotels and motels are coming under increased scrutiny, with one property — the Red Roof Inn — usually topping the list of concerns. PHOTO: The Red Roof Inn in Burnsville had significantly more police … Continue reading →

by John Gessner Thisweek Newspapers Bill Raker has spread the gospel of credit unions — member-owned financial cooperatives — throughout the United States and in Paraguay and Cambodia.

Community television may get new home, but where? by John Gessner Thisweek Newspapers Burnsville City Council members affirmed their support March 25 for moving Burnsville-Eagan Community Television to Burnsville High School.

A 37-year-old Burnsville man was indicted March 20 for alleged participation in preparing false tax returns, the U.S. attorney’s office in Minneapolis said.