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The holidays are approaching in Dakota County. Here’s how you can help your neighbors have a merry, hunger-free Christmas.

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The holidays are approaching in Dakota County. Here’s how you can help your neighbors have a merry, hunger-free Christmas.

The holidays are approaching in Dakota County. Here’s how you can help your neighbors have a merry, hunger-free Christmas.
Farmington Public Schools transitioned to a Flexible Learning Day Friday following a threat in the district received Thursday night.
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The city has six schools on the list.
Apple Valley has 11 schools on the list.
Somerset Elementary School was removed from the list this week.
The city now has nine schools on the list.
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The Board of Commissioners approved a budget earlier this week, reports said.
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The city is helping solar companies reduce the cost of installations and passing the savings to consumers.
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