4+ week, 2+ day ago   (258+ words) A “Vote Here” sign sits outside of the Coon Rapids Ice Center. More than 1.1 million Minnesotans cast ballots in Tuesday’s primary election, setting a new state record for primary turnout. An estimated 1,125,722 people voted statewide, representing nearly 29% of the 3.89 million…...

1+ mon, 21+ hour ago   (493+ words) The voter turnout in the 2024 general election varied across the country with near record turnout in Minnesota. A record number of voters turned out for the August 11 midterm primary election to help finalize the November ballot in multiple contested races,…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago   (248+ words) Please tell us about yourself and explain why you are the best candidate for Isanti County Commissioner District 5. What have I accomplished since being elected: • Approved ECE Fiber Optic expansion to better serve the residents in my District and add…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago   (377+ words) Please tell us about yourself and explain why you are the best candidate for Chisago County Commissioner District 2. I live in Amador Township and am seeking re-election as Chisago County Commissioner for District 2, representing Center City, Shafer, Taylors Falls, and…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago   (342+ words) There are six candidates vying to represent Hennepin County's District 3 on the board of commissioners. The primary election will take place Tuesday, Aug. 11, and the top two vote-getters will advance to the general election in November. District 3 consists of Minneapolis…...

2+ mon, 2+ week ago   (217+ words) MONTICELLO — The Monticello School Board approved the district’s 2026-27 budget June 15, adopting a spending plan that reflects revenue growth from the voter-approved operating levy and continued investments in staffing, technology and student services. The district’s general fund budget projects $66.2 million in…...

3+ mon, 1+ day ago   (177+ words) Marge Beard announced her candidacy for reelection to the Three Rivers Park District Board of Commissioners on June 11. She has served on the board since 2019. Beard said she is running for reelection to continue her work ensuring Three Rivers parks…...

4+ mon, 1+ week ago   (365+ words) The New Hope Police Department is set to receive new body-worn cameras, squad car cameras, and tasers starting this July. Body-worn cameras have become commonplace police tools in recent years, and while they increase transparency, they remain costly. In New…...

5+ mon, 2+ week ago   (576+ words) Lent is a season of reflecting on sacrifice for many Christians. The greatest sacrifice in the history of humankind’s existence is the very basis of the Christian faith. And sacrifice is also the basis of many other faiths. To appreciate…...

5+ mon, 3+ week ago   (38+ words) hometownsource.com Edina Public Schools recently hired Jenny Boswell as the new emergency management and school safety officer for the district. Boswell holds a degree in law enforcement. Her tentative start date is March 23....