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Winona homeowners appeal city’s rental rules

Elizabeth Baier December 12, 2013, 6:00 AM Dec 12, 2013

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The Minnesota Court of Appeals hears arguments today in a case involving the rights of Winona homeowners to rent out their properties.
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Trial date set in battle to preserve historic Kasson school

Elizabeth Baier November 19, 2013, 11:57 AM Nov 19, 2013

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The fight to save a historic public school building in Kasson, Minn. will go to trial on January 6, 2014 in Olmsted County District Court. Earlier this year, two residents filed a lawsuit against the city after officials revived plans to demolish the structure and build a new library. Both sides met last week but failed Read more →

Demolition of Kasson’s historic school on hold

Elizabeth Baier September 18, 2013, 11:02 AM Sep 18, 2013

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An Olmsted County judge issued a restraining order this week that temporarily prevents the demolition of a historic public school building in Kasson. Read more →

Mayo Clinic win could help attract high-speed rail

Elizabeth Baier May 28, 2013, 8:13 AM May 28, 2013

There is renewed discussion on a proposed high-speed passenger rail service between the Twin Cities and Rochester.

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Indian tribes now eligible for direct disaster aid

Dan Gunderson April 12, 2013, 7:15 AM Apr 12, 2013

Tribal governments can now directly request a disaster declaration from the president.

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Four candidates seek Red Wing mayoral seat

Elizabeth Baier April 11, 2013, 2:01 PM Apr 11, 2013

Four people want to to be Red Wing’s next mayor, and chances are good that whoever wins will not have a connection to the frac sand mining industry.

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Prolonged election cycle continues for Rochester voters

Elizabeth Baier April 5, 2013, 12:45 PM Apr 5, 2013

Race for Rochester’s city council president may be nearing an end.

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Minnesota city restricts drone use

Dan Gunderson April 4, 2013, 11:46 AM Apr 4, 2013

“When I look at the potential uses of drones, I have an obligation to my residents to defend their fourth amendment rights.”

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Tribal protest echoes through Paul Bunyan Mall, supports hunger strike in Canada

trobertson December 27, 2012, 8:32 AM Dec 27, 2012

More than one hundred tribal members gathered inside the Paul Bunyan Mall in Bemidji Wednesday to stage a “flash mob” drum and dance circle. The event was organized as a show of support for a Canadian tribal chief who is on a hunger strike in Ottawa, Ontario.

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