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SEN. JOE GIMSE 5.24.12 Update from Senator Joe Gimse
Dear Friends, We have gaveled and the 2012 legislative session is in the history books. The past few months have been filled with trials and tribulations, but I am confident in the decisions I have...
Posted on 5/24/12 at 1:21 PM
MIDDLE AGED PLAGUE Something Different: A Community of Independent Thinkers
I know it's frustrating when people say this to you, but it's actually a good sign: "No one else has ever had a problem with this." This tiresome phrase, calculated to squash you down and ...
Posted on 5/3/12 at 2:56 PM
COMPASS POINTS Lawmakers OK hike in hunting, fishing license fees
The long, hard road to raising the price of hunting and fishing licenses in Minnesota now rests in the hands of Gov. Mark Dayton. The House passed the legislation Saturday night by a margin of 68-62,...
Posted on 4/30/12 at 11:30 AM
STAFF BLOG COMMUNITY.AREAVOICES.COM Areavoices Digest #72 - Spinach Bacon Mac and Cheese and Black Russian Cake
I enjoy writing my little blog on the Areavoices community. I really do. I love sharing news of the latest and greatest blogs on the platform. But deep down, I think I'm a frustrated food blogger. As...
Posted on 4/18/12 at 11:06 AM
NEW PLATEAUS The Divisive Creative
On one hand, we all like a creative person. We like their music and art and books and movies. We like their sense of humor and marvel at "how they came up with that" so-and-so invention or idea. But ...
Posted on 4/4/12 at 4:05 PM
Republicans in midst of Minnesota Vikings stadium proposal do-over 
ST. PAUL — Minnesota Republican lawmakers say it is time for a Vikings stadium plan do-over.
By Don Davis , May 02, 2012
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Kandiyohi County Historical Society seeking $343,000 for expansion
WILLMAR — Sitting in the middle of artifacts and displays Tuesday afternoon in the main display area of the Kandiyohi County Historical Society in Willmar, the Kandiyohi County Commissioners heard about the need for additional education and meeting space at the museum.
By Carolyn Lange , May 02, 2012
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Swift Co., Minn., explores options to fill officials' vacancies
BENSON — With the retirement this year of their recorder and the announced retirement next year of their auditor, the Swift County Commissioners are looking for long-term options for filling those posts and possibly reorganizing the county’s top offices.
By Carolyn Lange , May 01, 2012
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Frustration over governor’s veto of bill to expand Minnesota's fireworks laws
BROOTEN — Gov. Mark Dayton’s veto of a bill that would have legalized consumer fireworks in Minnesota both “disappointed” and “frustrated” one of the prime advocates for the change.
By Tom Cherveny , May 01, 2012
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Pass stadium or become third Dakota, Vikes’ super fan says
ST. PAUL — Larry Spooner loves Vikings football, so much that he has taken more than 40 days vacation over the years to ask legislators to approve a new stadium.
By Don Davis , May 01, 2012
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Gas price drop may offer political bonus
You wouldn't know it from campaign rhetoric, but gasoline prices have been trending down.
By TOM RAUM , April 30, 2012
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Fireworks bill a dud as Minnesota governor vetoes attempted expansion
ST. PAUL — In the end, a bill legalizing more powerful backyard fireworks in Minnesota proved to be a dud. At least to Gov. Mark Dayton, who vetoed the legislation late Saturday.
By Brian Bakst , April 30, 2012
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In Minnesota Legislature, proposals simply don’t die
ST. PAUL — The Vikings stadium saga illustrates tricks legislators use to turn their dreams into state law. The stadium construction plan needed to go through many committees, each examining part of the plan. Tax committees, for instance, were charged with looking at how the proposal dealt with a plan to change how charitable gambling is taxed. Local government committees needed to look at how the plan affected local governments.
By Don Davis , April 30, 2012
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Minnesota Vikings Stadium debate intensifies as clock winds down
ST. PAUL — The game clock for this year’s legislative session is running out as a Vikings stadium plan gets more complicated.
By Danielle Nordine and Don Davis , April 28, 2012
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Minnesota Sen. Al Franken expresses optimism on Postal Service issues
BEMIDJI — Sen. Al Franken is optimistic that the Postal Reform Bill should pass the House, allowing the Bemidji processing center to remain open and ensuring overnight delivery for local mail.
By Tribune News , April 27, 2012
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Special legislation for Kandiyohi County, Minn., finds itself in limbo
WILLMAR — Kandiyohi County officials are still waiting for final action on a piece of special legislation that would allow the county to continue a process to explore appointing, rather than electing, the auditor/treasurer and recorder.
By Carolyn Lange , April 27, 2012
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Tax debates trump hearing over Minnesota Vikings stadium
ST. PAUL – Work on changing Minnesota tax laws took precedence Thursday over considering a Vikings stadium.
By Danielle Nordine , April 27, 2012
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With GOP nomination all but in hand, Mitt Romney turns toward money and party reconciliation
The Republican presidential nomination all but in hand, Mitt Romney is refocusing his efforts on challenging President Barack Obama, raising cash for the battle ahead and reconciling with one-time primary rival Rick Santorum.
By AP wire report, West Central Tribune , April 25, 2012
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State GOP officials warn SCSU Republicans about pastor Bradley Dean
Minnesota Republican officials are threatening the St. Cloud State University chapter of College Republicans with sanctions if they host a fiery pastor.
By AP wire report, West Central Tribune , April 24, 2012
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Peterson endorsed for re-election in Minnesota's 7th District
MAHNOMEN — U.S. Rep. Collin Peterson was endorsed Saturday at the 7th Congressional District DFL Convention in Mahnomen.
By Linda Vanderwerf , April 24, 2012
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