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Thursday, October 31, 2024

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U.S. Rep. Craig votes to make it easier for illegal aliens to vote in federal elections

U.S. Rep. Angie Craig (D-MN) voted against the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, known as the SAVE Act, which would require individuals to provide proof of U.S. citizenship when registering to vote in federal elections and bar illegal aliens from voting.

By South Hennepin News | Jul 25, 2024

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Hennepin County rise or fall in 2021?

Farms throughout cities in Hennepin County received $4.5 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

By South Hennepin News | Feb 27, 2024

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How much did farmers in Hennepin County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By South Hennepin News | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Hennepin County received $10,144,495 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Save the date: Here and now—Instructions for listening

By South Hennepin News report | Jul 11, 2023

Join a pop-up activity that will encourage deep listening in the South Loop District on Sunday, July 23, 1 – 7 p.m., at the Old Cedar bridge trailhead, 9898 Old Cedar Avenue South.

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Arts in the Parks

By South Hennepin News report | Jul 11, 2023

Check these Arts in the Parks events happening in July.

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Latino Conservation Week festival

By South Hennepin News report | Jul 11, 2023

Celebrate the cultures that make up the Latino community and the nature that connects us all.

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Enjoy public art this summer

By South Hennepin News report | Jul 11, 2023

There is no shortage of public art in Bloomington. Summer is the perfect time to walk or bike to local murals, sculptures and installations.

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Explore the tastes of summer at Bloomington farmers markets

By South Hennepin News report | Jul 10, 2023

Start your weekend with a stop at the Farmers Market running Saturdays through October 14, 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.

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Fare for All offers great food savings for everyone

By South Hennepin News report | Jul 10, 2023

Fare for All, a pop-up grocery store that sells packs of fresh produce and frozen meat at up to 40% off retail prices, pops into Bloomington for its monthly visit on Friday, July 21, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., at Creekside Community Center, 9801 Penn Avenue South.

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Learning Link Up event returns

By South Hennepin News report | Jul 10, 2023

Bloomington Public Schools, in partnership with the City of Bloomington and others, is bringing back the Learning Link Up resource fair on Saturday, August 12, 12 – 4 p.m., at Kennedy High School, 9701 Nicollet Avenue South.

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Dwan Golf Course blooms with care

By South Hennepin News report | Jul 10, 2023

Pauline Wiech, and Anna Miller have been making Dwan Golf course burst with color for the past three summers.

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At your service: Two friendly faces you’ll see at Dwan

By South Hennepin News report | Jul 10, 2023

Lesley and Rob Fuglister are quite a dynamic golf duo and regular smiling faces at Bloomington’s Dwan Golf Course.

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Bloomington Police Explorers honored for excellence in crime prevention

By South Hennepin News report | Jul 9, 2023

The Bloomington Police Explorers were recognized for their work at the Minnesota Law Enforcement Explorer Association’s 48th annual state conference in Rochester in May.

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Meet a firefighter: Robert Weidman

By South Hennepin News report | Jul 9, 2023

Robert Weidman is one of 20 firefighters who were welcomed into the Bloomington Fire Department in April.

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Don’t risk a gap in your health insurance

By South Hennepin News report | Jul 9, 2023

Renew your Medical Assistance or MinnesotaCare to avoid losing coverage.

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Regional lifeguard games sharpen skills

By South Hennepin News report | Jul 9, 2023

The Bloomington Family Aquatic Center, 201 East 90th Street, will host the 2023 Twin Cities Regional Lifeguard Games on July 30.

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BIG wants to help you celebrate!

By South Hennepin News report | Jul 9, 2023

Did you know that you can host parties at Bloomington Ice Garden?

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Tips for proper battery disposal

By South Hennepin News report | Jul 8, 2023

Rechargeable batteries contain toxic metals and can’t be placed in home trash or recycling carts.

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Keep your fish in the bowl

By South Hennepin News report | Jul 8, 2023

Don’t dump unwanted goldfish or other aquarium fish in outside bodies of water.

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Water rebates conserve money and water

By South Hennepin News report | Jul 8, 2023

Irrigation systems, toilets, clothes washers, and dishwashers can use a lot of water, and older models don’t necessarily use it efficiently.