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Business Popping in Inver, Queens Crowned in Eagan: Dakota County Roundup
Also in this week's recap – Alcohol charges in tragic Moped crash, and Rose Parade awaits Rosemount High. And, a heartfelt farewell to a Northfield legend (pictured).
Take a trip around Dakota County and the south metro with this week's rundown of top news.
The roundup features the best from Eagan, Apple Valley-Rosemount, Inver Grove Heights, Burnsville, Lakeville and Northfield.
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Eagan
Eagan Man Charged with Beating, Robbery in Burnsville
Burnsville Police say Matthew Loy Maiers, a 23-year-old Eagan guy man, and Steven Lee Dingman, 28, assaulted a man they met on the street.
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Six New Funfest Ambassadors Crowned
Interest in the ambassador program was high this year, with 13 girls vying for just six spots.
Burnsville
Alcohol Related Charges in Moped Accident that Killed Burnsville Teenager
Brett Raley, a Burnsville resident, was 18 when he was killed in a moped crash in Savage.
Ramadan 2013: Enjoy ‘Fast-Breaking Meal’ at Burnsville Mosque Open House
Burnsville Mosque will offer a traditional Ramadan Iftar to the public later in July.
Northfield
Longtime Northfield News Editor, Community Advocate Maggie Lee Dies
Lee worked at the News for more than 68 years
Apple Valley
Rosemount Marching Band to Receive Formal Invite to California Rose Parade
The Rosemount Marching Band is one of just 12 high school bands chosen to perform in the 125th annual Rose Parade.
Two "Lucky Ducks" Arrive at Minnesota Zoo
The ducks are part of a species called the Lesser Scaup, and migrate from as far away as Central America and frequently dive for their food.
Lakeville
Pan-O-Prog Cruises into the Weekend
Thousands of residents lined Lakeville streets Friday night to catch a glimpse of the classic cars and trucks streaming by
Photos: Little Miss Lakeville 2013
The Pan-O-Prog pageant took place Monday evening at Kenwood Trail Middle School.
Inver Grove HeightsSunday Open House Will Honor Longtime Inver Grove Firefighter
Residents, city officials and fellow firefighters will be on hand to celebrate Jeff Davis' 40th anniversary as one of the "good guys."
The new store in IGH is now the only store as Peterson Popcorn closes its longtime St. Paul location.
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