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South Metro College Named 'Top 25-LGBT Friendly’

This week's South Metro News Roundup includes high ACT scores and food trucks moving into town.

All four high schools in District 196 either nearly matched or topped Minnesota's average score on the ACT exam, which was the best in nation. 

Burnsville

Burnsville Friendly to Food Trucks as Vendors Exit Minneapolis 'Hunger Games'

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Food trucks are attempting to expand to the suburbs with varying success, according to the Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal.

Have You Visited Burnsville Lions Playground This Summer?

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The playground opened in June.

Inver Grove Heights

IGH Council Looks For Resident Feedback on Front Yard Parking

Looking to curb vehicle and "toy" parking on local lawns, the city is turning to residents for feedback on limitations it wants to enact in Inver Grove neighborhoods.

Lakeville

Lakeville School District to Offer Online Option for Students

Lakeville Area Public Schools will be offering online options for students this fall.

Northfield

Carleton Named One of 'Top 25-LGBT Friendly Colleges' in the US

Carleton College received a five star rating from Campus Pride, an LGBT advocacy group.

Defeat of Jesse James Days Ambassadors Crowned for 2014

Three girls were chosen at Saturday's coronation ceremony.


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