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Dakota County Sheriff's Newsletter

Sheriff: New Website, Tattooed Eyebrows & a .33 Blood Alcohol Level
by Jeff Roberts
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Sheriff: Meeting Adrian Peterson, Locating the Ten Most Wanted & Rescuing Eddie Van Halen
by Jeff Roberts
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Sheriff's Newsletter: Wrong Way Drivers, Winning Traditions & a Prisoner Bus Breakdown
by Jeff Roberts
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Boy Fulfills Wish By Having a Parade
by Jeff Roberts
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Thanking 'River Dan', Negotiating a Surrender & Searching for Willie Nelson
by Jeff Roberts
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Columns

Editor's Notebook

By Jeff Roberts
The Dog Blog: Swimless Summer Sadness
When We Were Young ...
Challenge Accepted: 'Like' IGH Facebook to Crush Dakota County Coworkers
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In My View

By Joe Atkins
Atkins: Regional Flood Planning Starts Early
Simley Boys Wrestling Takes Aim at Another State Title
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Soldiers and Their Moms

By Betty Jo Hockinson
Next of Kin
The Power of Attorney
Take Care of My Family
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Capitol Review

By David Henke
City: Government Shutdown Could Have Wide-Ranging Impact on Inver Grove Heights
Local Democrats Outraised, Outspent Republican Foes in 2010 Campaign
Metzen Rejects Per Diem Payments During Special Session
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On The Money

By Alyssa Karl
Gift Card Rules and Restrictions Have Changed
Stay-at-Home Spouses Face New Credit Restrictions
Tips for Back-to-School Saving
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Moms Talk

Moms Talk: What is Appropriate for End-of-Year Teacher Gifts?
Moms Talk: How Does Your Child Deal with State Testing?
Moms Talk: Will You Follow New Car Seat Recommendations?
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The Simley Slice

By Madison Dockter
The Big Decision
Time is Just a Four-Letter Word
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Secrets to Success

Hometown Meats is a Hometown Institution
The Times Hair Designs: Keeping Up With The Times
Family Atmosphere Key To Success at Dakota Pediatrics
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Historic Faces of Dakota County

Dakota County Vietnam Veterans: South St. Paul's Glenn Boche, Wounded in Vietnam Jungle Warfare
Dakota County Vietnam Veterans: Apple Valley's Glenn Solberg, Vietnam MP
Dakota County Vietnam Veterans: South St. Paul's Glenn Boche, Wounded in Vietnam Jungle Warfare
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Where Are They Going?

Kaelyn White On Her Way to Bethel College
Simley's Briguet Plans to Compete at College Level
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Letter to the Editor

Letter to the Editor: Kline Should Renew Commitment to TRiO Programs in Minnesota
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Inver Grove Heights Days

A Look Back at Our Inver Grove Heights Days Coverage
IGH Days: Fire Department Demonstrations on Cahill Avenue
IGH Days: Classic Car Show Draws Lots of Auto Enthusiasts
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Election 2012

Obama Wins Richfield By Landslide
Richfield Election Guide
UPDATE: Candidate Forums Available Online, on TV
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Extra! Extra! Dakota County's Bygone Bylines

Bygone Bylines: Dakota County in 1930 Was Small But Growing
Extra! Extra! Protect Your Right to Drive Under New Minnesota Law
Extra! Extra! Protect Your Right to Drive Under New Minnesota Law
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Vision For Vacancies

Vision For Vacancies: Inver Grove Heights
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Homeless in Dakota County

Guest Column: Homeless Man Lives on $92 a Month
Successful Drafter Battled Personal Issues, Alcoholism Before Becoming Homeless
Guest Column: Homelessness Deserves a Unified Response
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South Metro News Roundup

Legislators React to Historical Vote, Tragic Crash in Northfield: South Metro News Roundup
Northfield Teen Murdered in AZ, Mehring Ends Run for Congress: South Metro News Recap
News Roundup: Thompson to Run for Governor? Sign Ordinance Debate
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South Metro Crime Report

Lakeville Man Makes a Run For the Border, Eagan Couple Soiled and Soused: South Metro Crime Rewind
A Hotel Hookup Gone Wrong, Bandit Bamboozled by Bushes: South Metro Crime Rewind
South Metro Crime Roundup: Murder, Lawsuits, Child Abuse Charges
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SOUTH METRO CRIME ROUNDUP

Road Rage, Statutory Rape and a Naked Roommate
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Dakota County Sheriff's Newsletter

Sheriff: New Website, Tattooed Eyebrows & a .33 Blood Alcohol Level
Sheriff: Meeting Adrian Peterson, Locating the Ten Most Wanted & Rescuing Eddie Van Halen
Sheriff: Meeting Adrian Peterson, Locating the Ten Most Wanted & Rescuing Eddie Van Halen
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PATCH PONDERS

Should Items Bought Online be Subject to Sales Tax?
Should Items Bought Online be Subject to Sales Tax?
POLL: Did the Political Campaign Cost You Any Friendships?
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2012 YEAR IN REVIEW

No. 1 Story of the Year: Final Results of Inver Grove Heights Elections
No. 1 Story of the Year: Final Results of Mendota Heights Elections
No. 2 Story of the Year: Three Dead in Head-On Crash Involving School Bus and Passenger Vehicle
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Minnesota Teen's Tragic Death Drives Dixits to Combat Distracted Driving
A Twin Cities Wounded Warrior Reclaims a Life of Joy and Service
Jack Jablonski: Minnesota Hockey Player Continues to Improve, Inspire After Injury
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