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Students Vote in Mock Election

Students in the Spring Lake Park School District participated in a district wide mock election this week. All students had a chance to vote for the presidential candidate they thought was the best choice. It was a coordinated effort to teach what goes into the voting process and generate interest in good voting habits for the future.

Clean up Fall Yard Waste

Curious as to what to do with all those raked leaves? Here are two local sites to dispose of your yard waste.

Man Found in Stolen Car with Meth

A man was found sleeping in a stolen car at a local business.

Charges Filed in Death of Blaine Toddler

Charges have been filed against two people in connection with the death of a 21-month-old in Blaine this week.

Santa is Coming to Northtown

Now until Christmas you have a chance to bring your children to see Santa at the Northtown Mall.

Family Fun Days at Springbrook Nature Center

Springbrook Nature Center continues to bring family activities throughout the winter months.

Battle Over Unity Hospital Heads to Court

A little known governmental body has garnered much attention in the last few weeks, putting the race for the North Suburban Hospital District front and center.

Lino Lakes Joins Beyond the Yellow Ribbon

Starting in 2008, Farmington became the first city in Minnesota to be declared a Yellow Ribbon City by the Governor. The process takes about a year of organizing and planning ways that the city and groups of volunteers can come together to help members of our Armed Services and their families. Lino Lakes has just joined the team of Yellow Ribbon Cities.

New Drug and Veterans Court

Over the past four years, Anoka County has offered special court proceeding for veterans dealing with legal issues. And now, thanks to new grants from the department of justice, they will be expanding their veterans court and opening a new drug court that both look to solve legal issues without jail time.

Diane Harris Runs Write-in Campaign

With no one on the ballot, Diane Harris wants to earn a spot on the city council through a less conventional method.