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This was an exciting morning in Eagan! The Twin Cities’ Premium Outlets  officially opened at 10:00 A.M. The opening ceremony featured speeches by Mayor Mike Maguire, Governor Mark Dayton and officials representing the developer and management company. It was a beautiful day and … Continue reading →

I attended the DFL Second Congressional District’s Fundraiser on Sunday and, as always, had a great time.   United States Senator Al Franken and Representative Betty McCollum were the featured speakers. We are so fortunate to have such capable and caring individuals representing … Continue reading →

Update:  8/12/2014 – We just received another picture from the flight I took on August 4th with Civil Air Patrol. Check out the Pre-flight, pre-taxi picture at the end. August 4th is a day I shall remember for a long … Continue reading →

The weather for the eighth International Festival of Burnsville was perfect after the clouds finally disappeared. There were lots of people to appreciate the exhibits, food, and entertainment this Saturday evening. The final act was a marvelous band that had … Continue reading →

On the morning of Friday the 13th, Blue Cross employees gathered around the flagpole in front of their facility on Yankee Doodle Road to celebrate Flag Day.  The intent was to honor the flag and recognize the service Blue Cross employees have … Continue reading →

On Tuesday evening, I attended the graduation of adults learners who have completed their courses to receive a high school diploma or their GED.  The graduates attended programs under the auspices of  the Rosemount-AppleValley-Eagan School District’s  Community Education Department. The ceremony was … Continue reading →

The Memorial Day observance in Eagan took place at the Tribute Plaza this afternoon.  Music was provided by the Royal Brass Quintet, the Eagan Men’s Chorus, and Joe Swierczek played TAPS. Dan Seanoa moderated the event and the guest speaker … Continue reading →

Burnsville held their Memorial Day Program in Bi-Centennial Park.  It was a lovely setting and a lovely morning for this observance.   Program participants included Greg Sylvester playing the bugle, Carol Oeltjenbruns as moderator,  Boy Scout Troop 336, the South Metro Chorale,  Blue Star … Continue reading →

I attended a very special celebration Wednesday evening at the AMES CENTER in Burnsville. First, to celebrate the fifty years of the City of Burnsville.  Mayor Kautz  had all the past and present council members come on stage.  Then all the city managers … Continue reading →

Thursday’s  agenda ended when we passed the bonding bill around 2:30 this morning and then went home. We were back at 11:00 to work on the bills we needed to pass to end the session.  One of the major bills … Continue reading →