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Eleven to be honored as 2012 Exceptional Businesswomen

Third annual award ceremony in February by Tad Johnson Dakota County Tribune The Dakota County Tribune Business Weekly and the Dakota County Technical College Foundation have selected 11 recipients of the 2012 Exceptional Businesswomen award. The women, who will be … Continue reading

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Events to ring in the new year

by Tad Johnson Thisweek Newspapers There are many ways to ring in the new year in Dakota County. People can rock out with their friends at one of the many clubs or pubs or dash down the slopes at Buck … Continue reading

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Flannel-shirt clad bears remember ‘Dad’

Ed Tousignant’s signature apparel turns into Christmas gifts by Tad Johnson Thisweek Newspapers Longtime Rosemount resident Ed Tousignant was a flannel shirt kind of guy. When the 86-year-old died on May 1, the farmer, retired employee of Apple Valley Ready … Continue reading

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Woman proves life-long learning never ends

Eagan resident earns bachelor’s degree at age 82 by Jessica Harper Thisweek Newspapers Since she was a young girl, Dolores Timlin of Eagan dreamed of earning a college degree. But Timlin abandoned that dream in 1947 when she dropped out … Continue reading

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Kindergarten open house dates for District 191 scheduled

The 10 elementary schools in Burnsville-Eagan-Savage School District 191 have scheduled kindergarten open houses for parents/guardians whose children will be starting kindergarten next fall. • Rahn Elementary, Tuesday, Jan. 10, at 6:30 p.m. • Edward Neill Elementary, Wednesday, Jan. 11, … Continue reading

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Short Redhead Reel Reviews for the week of Dec. 23

by Wendy Schadewald Special to Thisweek Newspapers Rating system:  (4=Don’t miss, 3=Good, 2=Worth a look, 1=Forget it) www.shortredheadreelreviews.com

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Eagan High School nominates two for ExCEL Award

Eagan High School has nominated Sonja Hedblom and Sylesh Volla for the ExCEL (Excellence in Community, Education and Leadership) Award. Sponsored by the Minnesota State High School League, ExCEL is a recognition program for Minnesota high school juniors who are … Continue reading

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District 196 drivers stuff the bus

School District 196 transportation employees held a food drive and fundraiser for the Rosemount Family Resource Center. The employees collected hundreds of pounds of food and a cash donation of $550. SEIU Local 284, which represents the bus drivers and … Continue reading

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Educators honored as TIES Exceptional Teachers

TIES Exceptional Teachers were recognized Dec. 13 at the TIES 2011 Education Technology Conference in Minneapolis. Local teachers recognized include: • Lisa Christen and Emily Robb of the Burnsville-Eagan-Savage School District. • Jason Just of the Lakeville school district. • … Continue reading

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NAMI parent training slated Jan. 17

The National Alliance on Mental Illness of Minnesota will hold a free Parent Training Class from 6 to 8 p.m. on Jan. 17 in the Lone Oak Room at the Eagan Community Center, 1501 Central Parkway, Eagan. The topic will … Continue reading

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Mary Ajax was probably better at hugging people in need than managing nonprofit finances

by Larry Werner, Thisweek Newspapers When you’re raised by a German father and a Polish mother, as I was, you’re not all that comfortable with hugging. Mary Ajax, who was removed as president and CEO of 360 Communities this week, … Continue reading

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Bowlathon a success for Kids ‘n Kinship

The 12th annual Bowlathon and Kids ’n Kinship had a goal of raising $10,000 to help meet budget needs. The youth mentoring program not only met that goal but raised $12,000. “So many people worked to make this event the … Continue reading

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Magnuson appointed to panel

Jackie Magnuson, Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan School Board chair, has been appointed by state Education Commissioner Brenda Cassellius to a 35-member panel charged with developing a new evaluation system for Minnesota teachers. Mandated by the Legislature as part of the new teacher … Continue reading

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Agency tight-lipped about Ajax’s ouster

360 Communities board removes longtime president, CEO by John Gessner Thisweek Newspapers The board chair of Dakota County nonprofit 360 Communities was tight-lipped Tuesday about the ouster of Mary Ajax, the agency’s longtime president and CEO. But a community observer … Continue reading

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Registration open for winter community education classes

Registration is open for winter classes offered through District 196 Community Education. Register before Jan. 18 to receive a $2 Early Bird Discount on many classes. The winter catalog will be distributed via U.S. mail to all residents in School … Continue reading

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Arts Calendar

To submit items for the Arts Calendar, email: reporter.thisweek@ecm-inc.com. Auditions The Prior Lake Players will hold open auditions for “Fiddler on the Roof” from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 3, and Wednesday, Jan. 4, at Twin Oaks Middle School, … Continue reading

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Eagan council approves 2012 tax levy, budget

by Jessica Harper Thisweek Newspapers Eagan’s city 2012 property tax levy and budget have been finalized.

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Study says Eagan can support more retail

Findings offer optimism for developer’s plan to turn Lockheed Martin property into retail by Jessica Harper Thisweek Newspapers A new study provides a glimmer of hope for developers looking to build retail complexes in Eagan.

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Mary Ajax no longer president, CEO of 360 Communities

Board creates search committee to select new leader by Tad Johnson Thisweek Newspapers The board of directors of 360 Communities has removed Mary Ajax as president and CEO of the Burnsville-based nonprofit, according to a release issued today. “In her … Continue reading

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Prime Therapeutics to add 300 jobs in Eagan

Pharmacy benefits manager to occupy former Buffets Inc. building by Jessica Harper Dakota County Tribune While several major employers have downsized in recent years, one Eagan company plans to add hundreds of head-of-household jobs in the next two years. Prime … Continue reading

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Bachmann’s traction slipping in Iowa

Her roots in state, political career in Minnesota are not enough for voters by T.W. Budig ECM Capitol Reporter Republican U.S. Rep. Michele Bachmann has spent months in Iowa pointing to her ties to the Hawkeye State. And though the … Continue reading

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City of Rosemount seeks comments

Residents of Rosemount are invited to share their opinions on city services in a brief online survey through this month. The survey, linked to the City’s homepage, www.ci.rosemount.mn.us, consists of 11 questions. Areas covered include public safety, public works, and … Continue reading

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Planning, personnel secretary named Rosemount’s Employee of the Year

Kathie Hanson has worked for city since 2006 Kathie Hanson, the city of Rosemount’s planning and personnel secretary, has been named the city’s 2011 Employee of the Year for her service to the organization and the community it serves, according … Continue reading

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Short Redhead Reel Reviews for the week of Dec. 16

by Wendy Schadewald Special to Thisweek Newspapers Rating system:  (4=Don’t miss, 3=Good, 2=Worth a look, 1=Forget it) www.shortredheadreelreviews.com

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Principal apologizes for kissing prank at Rosemount High School

by Tad Johnson Thisweek Newspapers Rosemount High School has become an internet sensation, but probably not for the reason it wants to be. A video shot during a Dec. 8 pep assembly when blindfolded students were tricked into kissing one … Continue reading

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Survey says businesses thriving, happy with city services

by Jessica Harper Thisweek Newspapers Eagan businesses are thriving and pleased with city services, according to a recent survey. The online survey conducted by city officials was sent to 1,900 businesses and asked them to rate a number of factors … Continue reading

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What will promote greater respect for outstanding teaching?

by Joe Nathan Thisweek Newspapers More than 30 people from several states commented on my recent column about respecting effective teachers. Here are a few of their responses. Some suggested ways to honor excellent educators. Others discussed what some educators … Continue reading

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No child should be homeless

by Don Heinzman Thisweek Newspapers The number of homeless young people in suburban and outstate communities is growing at an alarming rate and more shelters are needed. These youths are defined as 21 years old or younger who lack a … Continue reading

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Gage back leading Eagan wrestling

Wildcats armed with a number of experienced grapplers by Andy Rogers Thisweek Newspapers Eagan wrestling coach Chad Gage may not have had the position last year, but he’s not new to leading grapplers in Eagan. He’s in his 17th year … Continue reading

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Remember those local, independent merchants at this time of year

by Larry Werner Thisweek Newspapers Last Saturday morning, the phone rang about 7:30. It was my daughter, who was scrambling with final arrangements for my grandson’s birthday party happening at 10 a.m., and she wanted me to pick up a … Continue reading

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