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News, accidents
Pedestrian struck, killed crossing Highway 3 in Farmington
Tue, Feb 12, 2019 - 8:57am
A 38-year-old Farmington woman died Saturday night after being struck by a vehicle while attempting to cross Highway 3, according to the Minnesota State Patrol. April Janeen Sterling was struck by a 2005 Hyundai Sante Fe SUV just before 7:30 p.m. Feb. 9, 2019, while crossing east to west across Highway 3 at 209th Street West, an incident report states. Sterling was pronounced dead at the scene.
Bringing timeless music to life: Layne Yost band performs John Denver songs in tribute concert
Thu, Feb 07, 2019 - 8:00am
ROSEMOUNT — Relive the music of John Denver during a tribute concert in Rosemount. "The Layne Yost Pays Tribute to John Denver" concert is planned for 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 15, at The Rosemount Steeple Center. "I first heard his music on an album in college in the early 1970s, and I became an instant fan — it was an immediate attraction and I had to learn all of his songs," said lead singer Layne Yost.
Business, announcements
Ring the Bell in the new year with group fitness in Farmington
Mon, Jan 21, 2019 - 7:49am
FARMINGTON — Fitness, well-being and weight loss generally tops New Year's resolution lists. The key to fulfilling a resolution may be exercising in a group dynamic with classes like Ring the Bell Fitness. Ashley Drobney, 35, leads the Ring the Bell Fitness classes offered via Farmington Community Education. "I generally gear the workouts for what the group wants and if the group really likes cardio and endurance type workouts, then they will get a little more of that," Drobney said. "But I certainly like to cater it to the group so I do listen to the feedback."
Bluegrass band to perform at Steeple Center in Rosemount
Sun, Jan 06, 2019 - 5:00pm
The bluegrass band Switched at Birth will bring life to the new year with a 7 p.m. concert Friday, Jan. 11, inside the Steeple Center in Rosemount. "They have been part of our bluegrass concerts for many years and are very popular," said John Loch of Rosemount Area Arts Council. Since 1998, the band has entertained with a wide array of musical styles, Loch said. "On any given performance, you can expect to hear bluegrass, folk, blues, country, Cajun, Irish, and rock 'n' roll music," Loch said.
entertainment, theater
Second Act Players showcase preview outreach show
Wed, Dec 26, 2018 - 5:00am
Rosemount's Second Act Players will showcase local theater talent at its upcoming preview show at 2 p.m. Monday, Jan. 7, at the Steeple Center, 14375 S. Robert Trail. "We have an outreach program that we take out into the community and perform in senior living facilities and for a variety of social events," said Claire Ramsay, Second Act Players treasurer. Ramsay invites all to attend the community outreach event. Retired or empty nesters are welcome to get involved in the Second Act Players to discover community theater. No theater experience is necessary.
community, events
Unleash inner child sledding down 'The Big Kid Hill' at Whitetail Woods near Farmington
Tue, Dec 11, 2018 - 5:00am
Now that Old Man Winter has given us a white, winter wonderland, the time is perfect to unleash your inner child by sledding down "The Big Kid Hill" at Whitetail Woods Regional Park. The 456-acre Dakota County park is located minutes away from Rosemount and Farmington in Empire Township. The park is open daily from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. and the sledding hill is well lit.
News, crime and courts
Be proactive against Grinch-like porch pirates
Fri, Dec 07, 2018 - 6:00am
Holiday packages sitting on front porches can tempt criminals with Grinch-like tendencies. Becoming a victim of porch piracy can occur anywhere outside of Whoville. Rosemount Police Chief Mitchell Scott said theft calls related to packages on porches have ramped up in the last few years since more gifts are ordered online. Report activity Reports of package thefts usually go up every year around the holidays, and Scott said he encourages residents to be proactive to avoid package theft.
Business, Small Business
Dog House opens full-service pet care business in Farmington
Dogs can leave paw prints on your heart and mud on the floor. These words are shown on a sign inside The Dog House, which opened Nov. 20 in the Farmington Mall. Business co-owners Nicole Johnson and Niels Schapochnicof invested three years into planning The Dog House. It offers four main services — doggie day care, boarding, self wash and full-service dog grooming. Last week the new small business witnessed great community response at the soft opening and enjoyed getting to know dog owners and their pooches.
Christmas at Dakota City partners with local business association
Wed, Nov 28, 2018 - 4:00pm
Take a respite from the holiday hustle and bustle and take part in the holiday events at Dakota City Heritage Village in Farmington. "Last year the weather was beautiful and our participation and visitor numbers were up," said Kris Akin, president of the Dakota City Board. This year will mark the second year for the partnership of Christmas at Dakota City Heritage Village and Farmington Business Association.
Check out holiday music, live humorous skits at variety show in Rosemount
Sun, Nov 25, 2018 - 9:00am
The holiday spirit will be alive and well in Rosemount with two upcoming shows. The eighth annual Christmas at the Steeple Center variety show will entertain at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 1. Variety show director Faye Heffele said there will be two ensembles that will be given by the Rosemont Community Band. A brass ensemble will perform in the afternoon and the flute ensemble will play at the evening performance.