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    Editorial: Democracy will rise or fall with a free press
    Pulitzer Prizes for 2018 will be announced Aug. 16. The awards — 13 each year — recognize achievements in American journalism as...
    opinion/editorials7 hours 59 min ago
    August 15, 2018
    Henry Fox is shown with some of his six children and 19 grandchildren who have all participated in Dakota County 4-H programs and some were members of the Happy-Go-Getters Dakota County 4-H Club that he and his wife, Katie, founded in 1939 at Dakota County Fair in Farmington. Photo courtesy of Fox family
    Honoring a fair legend: Dakota County Fair Board dedicates Fox 4-H arena
    FARMINGTON — Henry Fox has given legendary service to the Dakota County Fair and the agricultural community.
    community/people17 hours 59 min ago
    Mike Hazard (left) from Minneapolis explains one of his photos from the HAFA Farm to Maggie Paynter, Red Wing Arts board member, during a reception on Aug. 10, 2018. His work is hanging at the Red Wing Depot. Steve Gardiner / RiverTown Multimedia
    Photos illustrate life of Hmong farmers
    RED WING — Minneapolis multimedia artist Mike Hazard is displaying a series of photos of the Hmong American Farmers Association—HAFA—at...
    community/people18 hours 59 min ago
    August 14, 2018
    Washington County Board primary races: Karwoski, Ohs lead in D2; It's Johnson, Swenson in D4
    Stan Karwoski and Julie Ohs pulled away from Joe Delaney Tuesday in the Washington County Board District 2 primary race, while five candidates...
    news/government-and-politicsAugust 14, 2018 - 10:36pm
    Governor candidate Tim Walz speaks to the June 2018 Minnesota Democratic convention. He was not endorsed then, but came out ahead in Tuesday's primary vote. Don Davis / Forum News Service
    Walz, Johnson win governor primaries; to face off in fall
    ST. PAUL -- Jeff Johnson and Tim Walz will be Minnesotans' choices for governor this fall. "I think we sent a message, people want something...
    news/government-and-politicsAugust 14, 2018 - 10:07pm
    Mary Fasbender (left) and Danna Elling Schultz
    It's Fasbender, Elling Schultz in Hastings mayoral primary
    Voters advanced Mary Fasbender and Danna Elling Schultz as the two mayoral candidates in Tuesday’s primary election. With all precincts...
    news/government-and-politicsAugust 14, 2018 - 9:41pm
    Booking photo of Michael Anthony Herkal, 32, of Apple Valley, who is charged with first-degree assault against his infant son. (Courtesy of the Dakota County Sheriff’s Office)
    Charge: Minnesota baby dies after abuse; father looked on Google for excuses
    An infant boy has died two days after his Apple Valley father was arrested on suspicion of child abuse. Michael Anthony Herkal, 32, told police...
    news/crime-and-courtsAugust 14, 2018 - 4:09pm
    Jason Greeder was a key addition for the Hawks at shortstop. Alec Hamilton / RiverTown Multimedia
    Hastings Hawks end their season playing their best ball
    The Hastings Hawks baseball team ended their season in the Section 1B playoffs when they were swept and eliminated by the Northfield Knights....
    sports/baseballAugust 14, 2018 - 12:38pm
    Jen Theisen pauses in a hike through Cascade River State Park. Steve Kuchera / skuchera@duluthnews.com
    Why hiker's rash happens, and how to make it less likely
    Jen Theisen was at the 10-mile mark of a 16-mile July hike at Afton State Park southeast of St. Paul when it happened. "My lower legs felt a...
    lifestyle/healthAugust 14, 2018 - 12:06pm
    Tackling transgender talk openly: Local church leaders aim for broader discussion of issues
    Seven local churches are looking for community conversation after hosting a presentation about school policies regarding transgender youth....
    community/peopleAugust 14, 2018 - 5:00am
    August 13, 2018
    Hastings American Legion Commander Jim Lehmann says the organization is here for veterans, current military and their families. Kelsey Roy / RiverTown Multimedia
    Stepping up for veterans and families: Lehmann is Post 47 commander
    Few choose to lead. Jim Lehmann hopes to change that and grow the Hastings American Legion Post at the same time. This past April, Jim Lehmann...
    community/peopleAugust 13, 2018 - 7:00pm
    News cameras focus on U.S. Rep. Keith Ellison on June 5, 2018, as he signs paperwork to withdraw from running for re-election in favor of running for Minnesota attorney general. Don Davis / Forum News Service
    Minnesota primary features plenty of twists
    ST. PAUL — The 2018 primary election is as different as it gets, with more contests than usual, late surprises and a ton of votes already...
    news/government-and-politicsAugust 13, 2018 - 3:16pm
    Swing set collapses, killing Zumbrota child
    A 4-year-old child was fatally injured in Zumbrota Monday morning, according to Zumbrota Police Chief Patrick J. Callahan. The child was playing...
    news/accidentsAugust 13, 2018 - 2:28pm
    Bob Wise and son Kerry are ready to welcome renters to Hastings Storage & Service, 18315 Lillehei Ave. Kelsey Roy / RiverTown Multimedia
    Hastings' newest storage facility offers more
    Looking to store your boat or RV? Hastings Storage and Service has got you covered. Hastings Storage and Service opened up in April 2018 just...
    business/small-businessAugust 13, 2018 - 5:00am
    August 12, 2018
    Editorial: Time to vote in the primary
    If you're thinking about skipping Tuesday's primary election, think again. Our representative form of government uses primaries for two main...
    opinion/editorialsAugust 12, 2018 - 7:00pm
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