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Get Out: Thigs to do This Weekend

Get Out: Lakeville Patch's Pick-and-Choose Weekend Planner
by Brooke Walsh
It's the middle of the week; are you wishing for the weekend yet? Plan ahead with this week's line up of events. Bring the kids: 1. Minnesota State Fair Where/When: Minnesota State Fairgrounds, St. Paul; 6 a.m. - 12 a.m. through Sept. 5.Why Go: See south metro artist Anthony Caponi's piece, "Rabbit," in the Fine Arts Building, eat deep fried things on a stick or enjoy the other bizzare and wonderful sights and scents at the great Minnesota get-together.Pricing: $12 for adults; $10 for seniors or kids age 5-12; 5 and under free. 2. Glass artist Lyn Hunter Where/When: Lakeville Area Arts Center…

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Columns

From the Police Chief

By Thomas Vonhof
It’s Road Construction Season, Lakeville
Lakeville Police Reserve Officer Academy Graduates Eight
Lakeville Fire, Police, Handle Car Fire in Retail Store Parking Lot
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Fire Report

By Lakeville Fire Department
Grilling Season is Here
Spring is Here, So Stay Safe
Lakeville Fire Department Handles 17 Calls
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Editor's Notebook

By Derrick Williams
Reporter on the Move: After 7 Years, This is My Farewell to Lakeville
Host Your Own Blog—For Free—on Lakeville Patch
Energize Your Lakeville Business: Claim Your Listing for Free
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Strengthening Communities

By Mary Ajax
Domestic Violence Work Garners Emmy Award, Board Chairmanship
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Faces and Places

Too Young? That's 'Old News', Says Matt Little, Lakeville's New Mayor
Lakeville's Student Speakers Hope to Inspire at Tonight's Graduation
Two Lakeville North Students Named National Merit Scholars
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Behind the Lens

No Gold for You? Christina Huddleston at the End of This Rainbow
PHOTOS: Lakeview Elementary School's Field Day Was Awesome
PHOTOS: I'd like just a Taste ... of Lakeville; Gallery 1
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Meeting Preview

By Derrick Williams
Meeting Preview: City Council to Discuss Open Seat Applicants
Meeting Preview: School Board, Council Have Meetings Tuesday
Meeting Preview: No Meetings This Week; New Year's Break
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Guest Column From Education Minnesota Lakeville

By Education Minnesota Lakeville
Lakeville Student's Futures Are at Stake
Lakeville Can Do Better For its Students
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Capitol Review

By Derrick Williams
Capitol Review: Garofalo Proposes Eliminating Half of Legislature
Capitol Review: Garofalo Pushes Bill to Allow Liquor Sales on Sundays
Capitol Review: Gay Marriage Amendment Moves to House
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Letter to the Editor

Open Letter to John Kline: Work to Ban Assault Weapons; Make Us Safer
Letter to the Editor: Thank You to the Lakeville Community
Letter to the Editor: Kerrin Swecker—Thank You For Another Term
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Video Feature

NFL Star Helps HopeKids Fundraiser in Lakeville Surpass Goals
Lakeville Man Hopes to Become International Bandy Star
Empty Nesters Changing Real Estate Market in Lakeville
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Historic Faces of Dakota County

Dakota County Vietnam Veterans: South St. Paul's Glenn Boche, Wounded in Vietnam Jungle Warfare
Dakota County Vietnam Veterans: Apple Valley's Glenn Solberg, Vietnam MP
Dakota County Vietnam Veterans: South St. Paul's Glenn Boche, Wounded in Vietnam Jungle Warfare
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Dispatches: The Changing American Dream

Lakeville's Miracole’s Candy Shoppe Looks Toward Bright Future With New Ownership
Introducing 'Dispatches'—Patch's Take on the American Dream
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Moms Talk

Lakeville Moms Talk Q&A: Hand Held Gaming
Lakeville Moms Talk Q&A: Getting Kids Back in School Mode
Lakeville Moms Talk Q&A: Are Kids Over Scheduled?
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Get Out: Thigs to do This Weekend

Get Out: Lakeville Patch's Pick-and-Choose Weekend Planner
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Mindful Mom

By Brooke Walsh
Mindful Mom: Decluttering the Key to Happines?
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Football Friday

Second Place: Lakeville North Downed by Eden Prairie in State Title Game
Off to State: Lakeville North Routs Roseville, Heads to Metrodome
Football Friday: Lakeville North Takes on Eagan in Section Opener
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Game of the week

Lakeville North Football Beats Rosemount, Headed to 6A Championship
Revenge: Lakeville North Football Dominates Prior Lake at Dome
Game of the Week: Wounded South Takes on Apple Valley
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From the Superintendent

Lakeville Superintendent Responds to Newtown Connecticut School Shooting
New Superintendent Wants Lakeville Proud of, and Involved With Schools
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12 Days of Hannukwanzaamas

New Year's Resolutions
Kwanzaa's Principles
Jewish Law
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Dakota County Bygone Bylines

Bygone Bylines: Killer Whales Produce a 'Singularly Sinister Effect'
Bygone Bylines: Bunnies, Cakes Satisfy at 1960 Dakota County Fair
Bygone Bylines! Dance Troupe Preps for Minnesota State Fair
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Dumb Criminal of the Week

By Thomas Vonhof
Dumb Criminal: Two Charges for the Price of One
Dumb Criminal: Husband, Wife Too Intoxicated to Drive
Dumb Criminal: Officer Tracks Down Distracted Driver
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Messages

Messages: Lakeville Has a Number of Seasonal Summer Jobs Available
Lakeville's Messages: Winter Ritter Fest Set for Next Sunday
Lakeville's Messages: Arts Center Programs for All Ages
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Dakota County's Most Wanted

Dakota County's Most Wanted — May 2013
Dakota County's Most Wanted, January 2013
Dakota County's Most Wanted List for December
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Fun With Numbers: Permits Issued by Lakeville

November Permit Numbers: Fees Down Month to Date, Up for Year
Re-Roofing Projects Boost Lakeville's August Permit Numbers
July Permit Report: Permits Up Month, Year to Date
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Dakota County Sheriff's Newsletter

Sheriff: MAAG Responds to Greenvale Township Incident
Sheriff: MAAG Responds to Greenvale Township Incident
Sheriff: Dakota County Jail Population Growing
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Visions for Vacancies

By Derrick Williams
Visions for Vacancies: What Business Should Fill Old Mr. Movies?
Visions for Vacancies: What Should Fill the Old Lake Marion Nursery?
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Mystery Photo

By Derrick Williams
Mystery Photo: Do You Know Where in Lakeville This is?
Mystery Photo: Do You Know Where in Lakeville This is?
Mystery Photo: Where in Lakeville is This?
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Lakeville Crime Map

By Derrick Williams
Burglary, Fraud, ID Theft: Lakeville Police Map for Nov. 23-29
Auto Theft, Assault, DUIs: Lakeville Police Map for Aug. 24-29
Assault, Rash of Car Thefts: Lakeville Police Map for Aug. 17-23
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You Review It

You Review it: Mainstreet Coffee Cafe
You Review it: Harry's Cafe
You Review it: Baldy's Barbecue in Lakeville
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You Said It

You Said It: What Does Memorial Day Mean to You?
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South Metro News Roundup

News Roundup: Thompson to Run for Governor? Sign Ordinance Debate
News Roundup: Ertl to Step Down, Pot Growing Ring Discovered
South Metro News Roundup: State Hockey Berth, School Cuts, Eagan Eyesore
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Patch Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week: Dolly is Funny, Fearless
Pet of the Week: Cara is Looking a Cozy Lap
Pet of the Week: Davey Found His Easter Basket, Still Searching For a Home
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Election 2012

Lakeville, County Exit Polling Data from Election Day Released, Analyzed
Election 2012: Kline Beats Obermueller to Retain Congressional Seat
Election Night:15 Local Candidates, One Question
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Lakeville on YouTube

VIDEO: Lakeville Police Discuss Turn Signal Changes for Dodd, CR50
VIDEO: Lakeville Police Visit Metro Traffic Center
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Pan-O-Prog 2012

Emily Healy Crowned 2012 Miss Lakeville
Why I Love Pan-O-Prog, and Some Photos From Inside the Parade
PHOTOS: Kids Get Crafty at Pan-O-Prog Birdhouse Build
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UMore Park, a Regional Concern

Dakota County UMore Mining Operation OK'd Despite Pollution Concerns
UMore Park Polluted: Site Still Contains Hazardous PCBs, Lead
Local Residents Revolt at UMore Park Meeting
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Homeless in Dakota County

Guest Column: Homeless Man Lives on $92 a Month
Successful Drafter Battled Personal Issues, Alcoholism Before Becoming Homeless
Guest Column: Homelessness Deserves a Unified Response
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South Metro Crime Report

Lakeville Man Makes a Run For the Border, Eagan Couple Soiled and Soused: South Metro Crime Rewind
A Hotel Hookup Gone Wrong, Bandit Bamboozled by Bushes: South Metro Crime Rewind
South Metro Crime Roundup: Murder, Lawsuits, Child Abuse Charges
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Business Bullets

After 53 Years Cutting Hair in Lakeville, Bud Mohn Retires
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Craigslist Craziness

Craigslist: The Best in Lakeville—Feb. 16: Wheel of Fortune, Ice House
Craigslist: The Best in Lakeville—Feb. 8: Motor-Kart, Dolls, Veil
Craigslist: The Best in Lakeville—Feb. 1: Dolls, Horses, Hens, Beanies
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Patch Poll

Patch Poll: Should Lakeville Go to a Single Garbage Hauler System?
Patch Poll: Should President Obama Have Shut Down His Jobs Council?
Patch Poll: Professor Says Newtown May be a Conspiracy. Do You Agree?
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Year in Review 2012

Lakeville 2012 Year in Review: Top 10 Most Read Stories of the Year
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Movie Reviews

Date Night Movie Reviews: Snitch, A Good Day to Die Hard, Beautiful Creatures
Movie Reviews: A Good Day to Die Hard, Beautiful Creatures, Side Effects
Local Movie Reviews: Parker, Hansel and Gretel: Witch Hunters
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A Twin Cities Wounded Warrior Reclaims a Life of Joy and Service
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