Elko New Market City Council

Elko New Market approves Pete's Hill monument sign unanimously

Story Date Nov 1, 2026

The Elko New Market City Council unanimously approved a plan to install a monument sign at Pete's Hill on August 24, recognizing the location as the county's highest elevation. The low-cost project, e…

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Prior Lake City Council

Prior Lake approves $4.67 million bond sale for infrastructure

Story Date Oct 14, 2026

The Prior Lake City Council unanimously approved the issuance of $4.67 million in general obligation bonds on August 13 to finance street and utility improvements. The city secured a favorable 3.24% i…

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Shakopee City Council

Shakopee rejects cannabis cultivation in commercial zone

Story Date Oct 11, 2026

Shakopee's Planning Commission unanimously recommended denying a request to allow indoor cannabis cultivation and manufacturing in a commercial business district. The decision came after applicants ar…

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Shakopee approves trash contract extension despite rate concerns

Story Date Oct 8, 2026

The Shakopee City Council voted 4-1 on August 5 to extend its five-year contract with Dick's Sanitation Inc., approving continued waste and recycling services while one council member raised concerns…

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Scott County

Scott County Demands MPCA Rewrite Draft Resource Management Report

Meeting Jul 22, 2026Story Date Sep 29, 2026

County officials unanimously approved a resolution calling for a comprehensive overhaul of the state agency's report, citing concerns over regulatory implications and tone.

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Scott County Eyes Overhaul of Community Corrections Funding Formula

Meeting Sep 2, 2026Story Date Oct 3, 2026

Local officials advocate for state-level changes to alleviate financial burdens on essential county services.

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Scott County Unveils Comprehensive Draft Capital Improvement Program for Public Review

Meeting Sep 2, 2026Story Date Oct 3, 2026

The ambitious plan outlines significant investments in infrastructure preservation, parks, and transportation, with final approval anticipated in December following public feedback.

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Minnesota House

Proposed State Park Faces Funding Challenges, Seeks Clear Operational Framework

Meeting Oct 14, 2026Story Date Oct 16, 2026

Lawmakers and officials at a Minnesota House meeting emphasized the critical need for dedicated, ongoing financial appropriations and unambiguous management responsibilities for the prospective Hortma…

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Minnesota House Addresses Critical Issue of Severing Joint Contracts for Deed in Domestic Abuse Cases

Meeting Jul 30, 2026Story Date Sep 27, 2026

Lawmakers in Minnesota are considering measures to provide a vital legal pathway for survivors of domestic abuse, allowing them to sever financial ties to abusers through joint property agreements.

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Minnesota House Advances Bill to Strengthen Firearm Removal from Abusers

Meeting Jul 30, 2026Story Date Sep 24, 2026

House File 4075 aims to bolster protections for domestic violence victims by strengthening mechanisms for removing firearms from individuals subject to protective orders.

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Minnesota Senate

Minnesota Counties Decry Unsustainable Waiver Case Management System, Seek Reforms

Meeting Sep 10, 2026Story Date Oct 16, 2026

Local officials and state agencies are calling for a comprehensive overhaul of the current flat-rate reimbursement model for waiver case management, citing overwhelming caseloads and uncompensated wor…

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Provider Revalidation Backlog Disrupts Care for Minnesotans with Disabilities

Meeting Sep 10, 2026Story Date Oct 16, 2026

Thousands of Minnesotans, including children receiving autism treatment and individuals needing private duty nursing, have experienced severe interruptions to essential care due to state revalidation…

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