Dakota County: Morning Drive Results in Multiple Charges against St. Paul...
The Dakota County Attorney’s office reported Friday it filed multiple charges against South St. Paul Police Officer Cory Michael Slifko after he was arrested June 11 in Rosemount after leading local...
View ArticleEnjoy One of Minnesota’s Many Summer Festivals
Written by James WardenTwin Cities residents aren’t shy about celebrating in the summer. From raspberries to ’49ers, any reason to have some fun will do once warm weather hits.The map above shows...
View ArticleFuneral Services Set for Lt. Col. Mark Weber of Rosemount
The family of late Lt. Col. Mark Weber, Rosemout, has released funeral information for the man known as a "hero" to many, including four-star Gen. David Petraeus. According to the family's Caring...
View ArticleDakota County Mom Calls Rep. Kline's Student Loan Plan "Just Plain Stupid" in...
The House Majority PAC, a group focused on helping Democrats win seats in the U.S. House of Representatives, has created a 30-second audio ad targeting
View ArticleWhere to Watch Fireworks in Minnesota 2013
Written by James WardenWherever you live in Minnesota, it’s a good bet that there’s a fireworks display nearby to help you celebrate the Fourth of July. So before you fire up that barbeque, check...
View ArticleNew Homes for Sale in Apple Valley & Rosemount This Week
If you're looking to move to the Apple Valley-Rosemount area here's the list you need.Our partners at Zillow have compiled this list of the latest homes to hit the market in Apple Valley and Rosemount...
View ArticleHeavy Rain, Severe Weather Could Be Heading Our Way
(This post was written by Michael Garlitz.)This could be the message for today: Batten down the hatches!The
View ArticleMetropolitan Mosquito District Grounds Sprayers after Wednesday's Fatal Crash
As authorities continue to investigate a Wednesday morning helicopter crash near the intersection of Seventh Street and Century Avenue in Maplewood, just east of the Maplewood Nature Center and near...
View ArticleApple Valley-Rosemount: What's Playing at the Movies
Here's what's playing in theaters around the Apple Valley-Rosemount area this weekend, plus showtimes.
View ArticleOpen Houses in Apple Valley & Rosemount This Week
Whether you're looking to move to the Apple Valley-Rosemount area, or are hoping to find a new place in the town you already call home, here's the list you need.Our partners at Zillow have compiled...
View ArticleHail Pelts Dakota County as Storms Hit Twin Cities Friday
The power is out for hundreds of Xcel Energy customers in Dakota County early Friday morning after thunderstorms blew through the area. Dakota Electric was also encouraging customers to report outages...
View ArticleBest of the Blogs: The Truth About Business, Adventure in Kenya, Sweet Revenge?
At Patch, we care about what you have to say in your community. Every week we will be recognizing our bloggers on Apple Valley-Rosemount Patch, from cooking enthusiasts to local business owners, and...
View ArticleCelebrate Global Smurfs Day (Sponsored)
The world is about to get a whole lot smurfier. Ambassadors from 28 countries are painting the town blue today as they kick off the second-annual Global Smurfs Day by spreading that irrepressible...
View ArticleSEVERE WEATHER: Flash Flood Warning Area Includes Dakota County
Drivers should watch for high water on roadways and not attempt to cross deep areas as more torrential rain falls on the South Metro Friday evening. The National Weather Service in Chanhassen has...
View ArticleClaremont Man Dies in Weekend Motorcycle Crash in Lakeville
Original report by Michael Garlitz - Lakeville PatchUPDATE, SUNDAY 6:40 P.M.: Police say a 26-year-old man was killed in a motorcycle crash on Cedar Avenue just north of 202nd Street on Saturday evening.
View ArticleWhat's Your Favorite Summer Memory? (Sponsored)
What is your favorite summer memory? Close your eyes and think back—where were you and who was with you? How old were you? Were you the fastest in the neighborhood at chasing down the ice cream man?...
View ArticleTraffic on 35E Becomes Head-to-Head This Week as Concrete Work Continues
Head-to-head traffic on Interstate 35E begins this week in Burnsville and Eagan, as the project "gets" real and gets congested. As concrete pavement repair begins on southbound Interstate 35E in...
View ArticleDakota County Makes List of 50 Healthiest Counties for Kids
U.S. News and World Report has released a list of America's top 50 healthiest counties for kids, and Dakota County registered No. 41 with a score of 82.8 on a 100-point scale.The overall score is a...
View ArticleBongo Calves Born at Minnesota Zoo
Say hello to the newest denizens of the Minnesota Zoo: Two new Bongo calves born this June, just in time for the zoo's new exhibit, Africa! The Bongo is a large antelope found in a band stretching from...
View ArticleRosemount Man Accused of Bilking College Bookstore
A 54-year-old Rosemount man stands accused of using bad checks to buy over $1,000 of books from the Inver Hills Community College bookstore.Isreal Bryant, Jr. is charged with theft by check, a felony...
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