Southdale Apartments Get City Council Approval

The 232-unit apartment complex will be constructed in the southeast corner of the Southdale Center parking lot, across the street from the Westin Edina Galleria.

Golden Valley Terminating Edina Dispatch Services in 2014

The City of Edina currently handles dispatching duties for Golden Valley's Police and Fire departments.

What Are Edina's Snow Parking Regulations?

Want to avoid a citation or—even worse—being towed? Follow the City of Edina's rules for winter parking.

New Drive-Thru Starbucks Coming to Centennial Lakes

The City Council voted 4-0 to approve a 1,750-square-foot coffee shop for the parking lot of Centennial Lakes Plaza.

HUD Alleges Edina Condo Building Discriminates Against Children

The Department of Housing and Urban Development claims the condo association and property managers violated the Fair Housing Act by prohibiting children who are minors from living in the building.

Frey Hired as Edina Art Center General Manager

Michael Frey has served as interim leader at the Center for more than a year now, having taught classes there since 1998.

Countryside Park Makeover Plans Coming Together

The City Council recently approved the purchase of $173,000 in brand new playground equipment for the park.

Ellison at Odds with President Obama Over Fiscal Cliff Plan

The Minnesota Congressman took issue with $400 billion in proposed entitlement cuts to programs like Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security.

(VIDEO) Local Political Experts Discuss Edina's DFL Swing

Tommy Johnson, Steve Timmer and 'Democratic Visions' host Tim O'Brien discuss the DFL's sweep in a number of local legislative races earlier this month.

Meningitis Plaintiffs Ask Judge to Freeze $500M in Steroid-Maker's Assets

At stake are $461 million in assets belonging to New England Compounding Center, its owners and related companies. Patients at clinics in Shakopee, Fridley, Edina and Maple Grove have been sickened in a 19-state outbreak that started with steroids made

MAC Nixes Flight Pattern Shifts for Edina Skies

The Metropolitan Airports Commission voted Monday afternoon to leave the current system in place over Edina, Richfield and southwest Minneapolis.

Edina Officials Left Out of Airport's Flight Rerouting Discussion

City Manager Scott Neal and Mayor Jim Hovland are working to get the Metropolitan Airports Commission to delay making a decision at its Monday, Nov. 19, meeting.

Edina Liquor Shatters Previous Records with Annual Food Drive

The 2012 drive collected the equivalent of nearly 2,600 pounds of food for local nonprofit Volunteers Enlisted to Assist People.

Residents Can Learn Ins, Outs of Solar Energy Tonight

A workshop geared toward educating locals on the benefits of solar panels will be held from 7-8:30 p.m. at Edina City Hall.

Edina Veterans Being Honored Wednesday Morning

Edina resident and researcher Marshall Schwartz will lead a special program at the Senior Center to discuss the lives of 12 local veterans.

Two Edina Precincts Went to Chris Fields in Fifth District Race

Republican Chris Fields did better in areas Patch covers than in the Fifth District overall.

Edina Voters Gave Substantially More Support to Voter ID than Marriage Amendment

Edina had the 11th highest split in support between the two constitutional amendments.

Local Deals Aplenty for Veterans Day 2012

Local businesses salute our service men and women with special deals year-round, as well as on Veterans Day.

(MAP) How Did Edina Vote on Voter ID?

A precinct-by-precinct breakdown of how Edina residents voted on the voter ID amendment in 2012.

(MAP) How Did Edina Vote on the Marriage Amendment?

A precinct-by-precinct breakdown of how Edina residents voted on the marriage amendment in 2012.

(MAP) How Did Edina Vote in Senate District 49 Race?

Patch combed through results from Tuesday's election to see which precincts went to Keith Downey and which voted for Melisa Franzen.

Franzen Defeats Downey in Senate District 49 Race

The DFL newcomer finished with a 5-percent lead over the former State Representative.

What Could Happen if Marriage Amendment Passes?

MN United, MN for Marriage have a number of options if things don't go their way.

Frankenstein, Golden Retriever Secure Edina's Youth Vote for City Council

Edina students cast mock ballots for a wide range of candidates during Kids Voting Edina 2012.

When Will Presidential Election 2012 Results Be Announced?

Minnesota's voting goes until 8 p.m., but some polls elsewhere close two hours earlier.

Hovland Re-Elected Mayor; Swenson, Brindle Back to Council

DFL candidates Ron Erhardt, Melisa Franzen and Paul Rosenthal also swept Senate District 49's three legislative seats.

A Voter's Guide to Election Day 2012 in Edina

Here's everything you need to know before heading to the polls on Tuesday, Nov. 6.

Rules and Etiquette for Minnesota's Polling Places

Can you bring your children with you? Can you wear a campaign button for your favorite candidate or issue? Here are some polling place rules from the Secretary of State's Office.

New Poll Shows Support Falling for Marriage Amendment, Voter ID

Public Policy Polling suggests both amendments could fail.

LETTER: Hovland Understands 'Edina is Not an Island'

Allison Barmann will be voting Jim Hovland for Mayor of Edina on Nov. 6.

(MAP) Where Are Edina's Polling Places?

Using our handy map, find out where you need to go to cast a ballot on Election Day.

Erhardt Gets Nod from Strib in House District 49A

The longtime Edina Republican has switched sides and is running as a DFL candidate for the State House seat.

LETTER: Hovland's Leadership Built on 'Ability to Listen and Find Solutions'

Sheila Duhn will be voting Jim Hovland for Mayor of Edina on Nov. 6.

Star Tribune Endorses Franzen for Senate District 49

The Twin Cities publication said Melisa Franzen is a 'moderate in keeping with Edina tradition.'

New Poll Shows Support, Opposition for Marriage Amendment Tied

The poll was conducted from Oct. 23 to Oct. 25.

Edina Police, Fire Departments Offer Safety Tips for Halloween

Looking for ways to keep your little ghouls and goblins safe this Halloween? Edina's safety experts offer plenty of tips.

LETTER: Jacobson Has Values, Experience to 'Make Minnesota an Even Better Place'

Peder Jacobson explains why residents of House District 49B should vote for his mother, Terry.

REPLAY: Bill Clinton Speaks at the University of Minnesota

The former president will speak on behalf of Barack Obama's re-election at about 10:45 a.m. Central Time on Tuesday.

Strib Makes Endorsement in Fields, Ellison Race

The Twin Cities publication had kind words for both candidates, but ultimately said Ellison was a better fit for the job.

Franzen: Keith Downey Misleading Voters with 'Cheap Political Gimmick'

Melisa Franzen accuses Downey of making false accusations she refused to debate him, when she already took part in seven public forums.