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Wuollet Bakery in Hastings now closed
The Wuollet Bakery in Hastings closed Wednesday. On Monday, May 13, the Wuollet Bakery in Wayzata closed, too. The business was evicted for owing $8,000 in unpaid rent. This story will be updated when new information becomes available.
Lakeville teachers ratify tentative agreement with school district
LAKEVILLE, Minn. — Teachers in Lakeville have voted to ratify the tentative agreement made with the school district.On Tuesday evening, Education Minnesota Lakeville announced teachers voted 88% in favor of the contract. Earlier this month, teachers and the school district reached a tentative two-year agreement, avoiding a strike. The contract includes a 2.25% raise for the first year and a 4.75% raise in the second year. The starting salary will also be increased to attract new teachers. Also included in the contract is a retention bonus starting in the sixth year of employment. "I'm proud of the work...
College students in Northfield helped Democrats win in 2020. But will they vote for Biden in 2024?
NORTHFIELD, Minn. — On a gloomy day down the street from St. Olaf and Carleton colleges, there was a raw, uncertain view of the future.In 2020, there was an unexpected surge in votes for Democrats from the precincts in and around the two college campuses, up 6% compared to 2016. According to the state, 90% of votes in the area went to Democrats.But in the overwhelmingly Democrat-leaning community, there was a disconnect between voter support and candidate positions. "I am thinking about the student loans that I have to pay back and the high cost of living," said Grace Bassekle.The students...
Riverwalk Market Fair opens Saturday, runs through October 26
Grab your tote bags for another summer of freshly grown produce, unique handmade local crafts and other delightful trinkets and wonders. Riverwalk Market Fair opens this Saturday in downtown Northfield on Bridge Square from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., rain or shine. The operating dates for 2024 are May 18 through October 26. Great new and returning vendors will be selling mouth-watering foods, fine arts and crafts. Each week, local...
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