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Reis Shares District Correspondence

Independent School District #200 Board Director Mike Reis has been sharing with local media concerning internal district correspondence. The overarching theme of the various emails is that “the rules are not being applied equally” per Director Reis, for all board members. This includes expenses, ethics violations, information requests, getting agenda items added for discussion, transparency, …

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Markuson Declares Candidacy

Local Veterans advocate Dean Markuson announced on April 24th that he will be seeking a seat on the Hastings City Council. In a press release, Markuson stated that the City governance needs proven and tested professional leadership skills, which he says he acquired in twenty years in the armed services, and as Chief Executive Officer …

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Prescott Council Authorizes Trails Grant Proposal

The Prescott City Council deliberated a request to apply for a Scenic Byway Trails Grant Proposal from the Federal Government. City Administrator Matt Wolf introduced the request. Click here for audio     Seth Hudson of Cedar Corporation provided an overview of the grant. Click here for audio     A motion to allot up to $9,000 …

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Tix Named Vicar General

St. Mary’s Catholic Church in New Trier has announced that Father. Mike Tix has been named to a new position in the Archdiocese as Vicar General. According to church leadership, even with this new responsibility, he will continue to serve the Tri-Parish community. Tix said, “I feel very blessed to be serving here in addition …

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Catalytic Converter Theft Prevention Pilot Project

On April 25, the City of Farmington shared that the Farmington Police Department is pleased to announce it is partnering with local business Impact Auto to participate in the Catalytic Converter Theft Prevention Pilot Project through the Minnesota Department of Commerce Fraud Bureau. This project provides participating agencies with a limited supply of labeling kits …

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One Pill Can Kill

The United Way of Hastings is hosting a One Pill Can Kill series, Mari Mellick has the details: Click here for audio     Full Audio: Click here for audio          

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Bremer Awarded Outstanding Township Leader of the Year

Dakota Electric Association recently awarded Janet Bremer, Nininger Township treasurer, the 2021 Outstanding Township Leader of the Year award. Each year, Dakota Electric seeks to recognize outstanding leadership with the award, and Dakota Electric director Stacy Miller attended the Dakota County Township Officers’ Association meeting to present the award to Bremer. “I was shocked and …

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“Candy Land” Dance

Hastings Community Education is bringing back an annual tradition this spring with a twist. The former “Daddy Daughter Dance” is returning, but it has turned into a whole family affair. Enrichment and Recreation Coordinator Jaci Hansey explains the change. Click here for audio     Hansey also talked about admission to the event. Click here for …

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Prescott City Council Meeting Preview

The Prescott City Council meets Monday evening. City Administrator Matt Wolf provides a preview of the agenda. Click here for audio      Click here for audio        

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Wis DOT Begins Planning for Hwy 10/35 Renovations

Wisconsin DOT is beginning to plan out some renovations for Highways 10 and 35 in Prescott. Prescott City Administrator Matt Wolf shares the details. Click here for audio     The tentative Hwy 35 project area is from Wacota Street to Highway 10, and the Hwy 10 project area would be from the State Line to …

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