I grew up in the suburbs about 20 miles west of Milwaukee, until leaving the nest for college at the University of Minnesota. There, I worked for three years at The Minnesota Daily student newspaper, where I held newsroom positions from intern up to managing editor. After earning a journalism degree, I went back to Wisconsin and spent a year covering education and doing online editing for the local daily newspaper in the city of Manitowoc, a community on the shores of Lake Michigan. I hope I can make Apple Valley Patch meaningful for the Apple Valley community.
Outside of journalism work, I dabble in expository essay-writing, play the piano here and there, try to keep up with Jillian Michaels and really, really would like to finish the New York Times Sunday crossword, for once. I'm always open to suggestions for new restaurants or little corners of the world to check out.
<b>Politics, Religion</b>
At Patch, we promise to report facts as objectively as possible and otherwise adhere to the principles of good journalism. However, we also acknowledge that true impartiality is impossible because human beings have beliefs. I would be happy to discuss my political persuasions and religious beliefs with anyone who asks.<br><br><b>Local Hot-Button Issues</b>
One important and ongoing issue in Apple Valley is the development of the Cedar Avenue corridor and bus rapid transit, which has affected and will continue to affect transit and the business community. AV Patch also will keep tabs on development within the city's designated downtown area.
Apple Valley Mayor Mary Hamann-Roland gave the annual State of the City address at a luncheon of the Apple Valley Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday.
Several players also made their respective all-tournament teams.
Mayor Mary Hamann-Roland announced during her State of the City address that Stream Global Services, a customer care and technical support company that employs 30,000 people worldwide, intends to move its headquarters to Apple Valley.
The Apple Valley City Council approved changes to the city’s comprehensive plan that would let Menards move to another site and build a new store.
Several players also made their respective all-tournament teams.
Democrats and Republicans in the newly numbered Senate District 57 were scheduled to endorse candidates for Minnesota Legislature this past weekend. While the DFL made theirs, Republicans elected to wait to get to know candidates better.
Cities have until April 3 to establish their precinct boundaries, after state district boundaries changes were announced in February.
Rhett Carlson has developed his nordic skiing skills with District 196's team since he was in sixth grade, and qualified for junior nationals this year as a sophomore.
Several players also made their respective all-tournament teams.
Bills appeared on Fox 9 News on Sunday.
You can also post your photos from the game to this story.
Remember those who recently passed away.
Madison Guebert had 13 points in the defeat.
Police also made a DUI arrest, according to the latest report.
The Lightning won 57-53 in Friday night's section final against the Eagles.
The winning establishment has spread its concept to other area towns since it opened.
See which homes in your neighborhood sold in the past week.
Learn a little about the notoriously green holiday that happens during Irish-American Heritage month.
The Lightning will play the loser of Thursday's Edina/Osseo semifinal for third place in the state tournament at 4 p.m. Saturday.
To see Thor and more rescued pets available for adoption, come to Last Hope's adoption day on Saturday.
