Edina Senior Center Looks To 'Tickle Fancy' of Baby Boomers

Donna Tilsner, the new recreation supervisor at the Edina Senior Center, is looking to bring new rental options to the center and work to better accommodate younger seniors.

Officials Swing For The Chain Link Fences At Braemar Golf Dome Groundbreaking

Mayor James Hovland and city manager Scott Neal were among the speakers at the Braemar Golf Dome Groundbreaking Tuesday morning.

Edina Qualifies for State Sustainability Certificate

Edina was given the highest sustainability award handed out by the League of Minnesota Cities.

Obama Approves Disaster Aid for June Storms

President Obama signed a disaster declaration Thursday, with Hennepin County and its cities eligible for funds.

Edina Hires State's First 'Residential Redevelopment Coordinator'

After three weeks on the job, Cindy Larson has discovered that the position is part counselor and part enforcer, according to the Star Tribune.

City Appeals Flood Maps That Put 150 Homes At Risk

The federal emergency officials are updating flood risk maps.

Council Examining Safer Roads Plan Tuesday Night

Edina working on "Living Streets" policy.

City Water Supply Gets $40 Million Upgrade

Edina gets part of its drinking water from the City of Minneapolis.

Will Edina Get Federal Help With Storm Damage?

The storms left nearly half a million Xcel Energy customers without power.

New Minnesota Laws Effective July 1 Include Big Cig Tax, All-Day Kindergarten

You'll pay an extra $1.50 more starting today for tobacco to help pay for a new Vikings stadium, and parents will have new options for all-day kindergarten.

WATCH: Keith Ellison Plays the Blues

The 5th District congressman broke out a guitar during an interview on student loan interest rates.

Edina Council Considers Airplane Noise Options; Litigation Not Ruled Out

The city council received a presentation Tuesday from a Denver lawyer specializing in airport law.

Supreme Court Strikes Down DOMA, Dismisses Prop 8

"Historic win for #MarriageEquality," State Sen. Melissa Franzen wrote on Twitter. What's your take on this week's landmark court decisions?

'You Go America!!!': Edina Area Celebrates DOMA Decision

Local Twitter users overwhelmingly supported the Supreme Court's Decision to strike down the Defense of Marriage act, a win for gay marriage supporters.

Edina Opens Free Dump Site for Storm Debris

Hazeton Road Getting New Median, Roundabout Near Edina Promenade

New 50th and France Parking Lot Surmounts Environmental Hurdle

Contamination of a former dry cleaning business in the 50th and France area was judged to be mild enough to allow Edina to proceed in plans to purchase the property and eventually build a parking lot.

Edina Council Considers Carrots and Sticks to Help Businesses Go Green

At a work session Tuesday evening, the council considered how to boost energy efficiency among Edina businesses.

Let Your Dog Run Free at Strachauer Park

Edina’s Parks & Recreation Department recently opened another off-leash dog park.

Yorktown Garden Parking Lot and Baseball Field Renovation on City Council Agenda

The Edina City Council will also receive the 2012 comprehensive financial report at its Tuesday meeting.

Erik Paulsen: 'Concerns' about Government Surveillance, Sees Need for 'Balance'

Minnesota's Third District congressman also introduced charter-school legislation in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Edina Teen Birth Decline Mirrors Hennepin County Trend

Edina's teen births actually peaked back in 2003, when county statistics report a total of eight births to teenage mothers.

Erik Paulsen Readies IRS Scandal Questions for House Ways and Means Hearing

The congressman, who represents Minnesota's Third District, asked constituents what he should ask when victims testify before the committee Tuesday, June 4, 2013.

Give Feedback on First Hennepin County Pedestrian Plan

The county has posted the draft pedestrian plan online and is asking for public feedback through July 15, 2013.

Former Indian President Pays Visit to Edina

Dr. Abdul Kalam, the 11th president of India, visited Edina in late May.

Former Edina Mayor Jim Van Valkenburg Dies at 87

Jim Van Valkenburg's many years of service to the community, including seven years as mayor and 20 in total on the City Council, earned him the distinct honor of having Van Valkenburg Park named in his honor.

Edina Local Government Aid (LGA) Stays at Zero

Tweaks to the state aid program and additional funding didn’t benefit Edina any.

$25K Grant to Help Edina Fund New Automated Brine System

The new brine system will cost the City of Edina more than $45,000, with a grant from the Nine Mile Creek Watershed District covering the bulk of that figure.

Yorktown Park Community Garden Grand Opening Takes Place Monday

Edina’s first-ever community garden is ready to go.

New Walking, Bike Path Coming to Lake Edina Park

The path will connect Parklawn Avenue and Kellogg Avenue.

WATCH: Workers Tear Down Edina's Public Works Building

Time-lapse video captured the city’s demolition project. Crews will now plant the site with ground cover until a new project can be identified and built.

Franzen Votes Yes on Gay Marriage to Pave Way for ‘Happily Ever After’

The state senator's comments came after she read an emotional letter from the mother of a gay son who said she wanted to be able to dance at her son’s wedding.

WATCH: Livestream Video of Same-Sex Marriage Debate, Vote at MN Senate

The Minnesota Senate takes up bill at noon Central Time on Monday, May 13, 2013. The Minnesota House approved it last week, so Senate approval sends it to the governor's desk.

Paul Rosenthal: Same-Sex Marriage Bill 'Good Balance Between Civil, Religious Rights'

The Edina legislator was among 75 votes cast in favor of the bill in the Minnesota House of Representatives.

WATCH: Livestream Video of Same-Sex Marriage Debate, Vote at MN House

The Minnesota House of Representatives takes up the bill at noon on Thursday, May 9, 2013.

Council Approves $805K More for Countryside Park

The two contracts advance the city’s plans for improving the park.

Man Drowns in Pond, Governor Heckled and Book Burning: Pick of Our Patches

This week's compilation includes a Red Cross Hero, 'unemployment is a very boring existence,' MCA issues, profitable liquor store, superintendent search and light rail.

Assisted Living Building Expansion Proposed Along Southern York Avenue

The Planning Commission recently reviewed a sketch plan for the 76-unit expansion to the Continental Gardens Senior Living apartments.

Edina Municipal Liquor Stores Among Most Profitable in Minnesota

The City of Edina's three municipal liquor stores brought in $1.445 million in net income during fiscal year 2011.

House Fires, 'Judgmental Maps' and Cyber Attacks: Pick of Our Patches

This week's compilation includes a visit from the governor, a bill to slash the state contribution to the Vikings stadium, and a new wine bar and bistro.