South Metro Roundup: Two Local Teens Die in I-35W Rollover

You can't be in front of your computer 24 hours a day, so each weekend, Patch reviews the top stories of the past several days. Here's a look at several recent stories, which first appeared on this Patch site or those of our neighbors, that may interest you or have an impact on your life.

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Dakota County

• Two Teens Die In Fatal Crash on I-35 - A freeway rollover  claimed the lives of both Frederick J. Alexander, 16, of Burnsville, and Alesha Roehl, 17, of Northfield.
• Eagan and Lakeville Among Best Cities to Live in America. Two other Minnesota cities made the CNN/Money list.
• New Strain of Pig Flu Surfaces in Dakota County - Health officials are urging caution after two Twin Cities children fell ill with a new strain of the disease after having contact with pigs at a Dakota County animal market.
• West St. Paul Councilman Charged With Misconduct - If convicted of the most serious charge against him—misconduct of a public officer—Edward Everett Hansen, earlier criticized for flying Confederate flags, could face up to a year in jail and a $3,000 fine.

Apple Valley-Rosemount

• Say Goodbye to Minnesota Zoo Dolphins During Farewell Week - The dolphins will soon leave Discovery Bay so the zoo can repair the exhibit.
• District 196 ACT Scores Beat State Average, Exceed 2011 - Minnesota students' average ACT score is the highest score among all 50 states.
• New Sandwich Shop Coming to Cobblestone Lake Shopping District - The Goodcents Deli Fresh Subs is slated to open in September.

Eagan

• After 20 Years, Eagan's Video Update Closing its Doors - The business, located at the intersection of Diffley and Lexington, is owned by brothers Jim and Dave Lozinski.
• Construction Begins on $5.6 Million Affordable Housing Complex - The Dakota County Community Development Agency plans to complete the 47-unit Northwood Townhomes next summer.
• Eagan City Officials Eyeing 3.3 Percent Preliminary Tax Levy Increase for 2013 - Despite the proposed increase, many property owners may actually see a reduction in the amount they pay, thanks to declining property values.

Inver Grove Heights

• Klobuchar Endorses Atkins at B-52 Campaign Kick-Off - The Minnesota senator addressed the crowd and lauded Sen. Metzen and Rep. Atkins for their bipartisanship.
• Tonda Pleads Guilty in Attack on Inver Grove Heights Hockey Coach, Sentencing Set For October - The charge against Thomas Angelo Tonda carries a maximum penalty of five years in prison and a $10,000 fine.
•  - Simley’s strongest section this year was science, where students received an average score of 23.7—a full point higher than the state average.

Lakeville

• Stanley Cup Coming to Lakeville - The trophy will be on display for the public at Lakeville Ames Arena from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Tuesday.
• Bond Refinancing Could Save Taxpayers Millions in Debt Service - The District 194 Board of Education is considering refunding bonds, which could lower the district’s borrowing costs by more than $10 million over the next decade.
• MOM Brands to Call Lakeville Home - The family-owned cereal maker—formerly known as Malt-O-Meal—will move its headquarters from Minneapolis to the Fairfield Business Campus over the next two years.