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Today was perfect for a parade!  We had a great time in the Burnsville Fire Muster Parade.  Many thanks to all who participated in our unit.  My appreciation to all the spectators who lined the route and made this so … Continue reading →

I attended the Governor’s SWLRT Discussion today in St. Paul, the room was packed.  Initially, an overview of the process and current statistics was presented,  The problem is that there is currently a need for $144.5 million and a decision … Continue reading →

On Thursday, August 18, the Commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Health was in Dakota County to talk about ways to improve the health of the people in Dakota County as well as in Minnesota.  He talked about the improvements … Continue reading →

Bell Labs celebrated its new location in Eagan on Monday.  Governor Dayton was among the officials present at the ceremony.  Since Bell Labs is taking over an existing building, their CEO, swung a sledgehammer into a wall to commemorate the … Continue reading →

Wendy Davis addressed a group in Eagan yesterday. As a Texas state senator, she received a lot of attention when she did an 11-hour filibuster protesting legislation that would restrict abortion access for women. The Supreme Court recently confirmed that … Continue reading →

I attended the opening night performance of THE LITTLE MERMAID at Eagan High School with Tammy and Olivia, my five-year old granddaughter.  Looked like a packed house and the performers did a great job!  There was a standing ovation at … Continue reading →

Women In Government is holding a Summit on Mental Health & Substance Use Disorders today and tomorrow in Bloomington.  William Moyers, Vice President of Public Affairs, at the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation talked about “Eliminating Barriers to Success.”  He said … Continue reading →

On Sunday, the Eagan Historical Society hosted the Reopening Celebration for Eagan’s 1914 Town Hall.  It is evident that a lot of work went into the restoration of the building that was damaged by arson in 2013. It is great … Continue reading →

Senator Jim Carlson and I conducted a Town Hall Meeting on June 9 at Metcalf Junior High.  A summary of the 2016 Session and the option of a special session were the main points of the agenda. Probably the most … Continue reading →

I attended the dedication of the Ascent Fountain this afternoon. It has an impressive sculpture of soaring eagles. The soaring eagles symbolize “the synergies that lift and encourage the aspirations of others.” To the side is a statue of a … Continue reading →