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Opinions vary on new district lines

Opinions vary on new district lines

Wells, Kiester, Walters, Hayfield and Blooming Prairie are now in House District 27A, according to new maps released Tuesday. London, Lyle, Myrtle, Adams and Rose ... Read more

Sparks: Job plan will put 21K back to work

Gov. Mark Dayton’s State of the State address gave me a moment to reflect on our role as responsible stewards of our state. His tone ... Read more | 1 comment

Poppe: Bonding bill would help county

One of the most formal and public events, which occurs for state policy makers, was held this past week when Gov. Mark Dayton gave his ... Read more

Tribe touts Minn. casino for Vikings stadium

ST. PAUL, Minn. — Northwestern Minnesota's White Earth Tribe wants to open a Twin Cities-area casino that its chairwoman says would help a poverty-stricken tribe ... Read more

China’s vice president shows personal side in Iowa

MUSCATINE, Iowa — China's vice president remembered the popcorn he'd received as a parting gift — and the strong Chinese liquor he left behind. He ... Read more