Public Servant of the Week: Dispatcher Amber Berent

She keeps busy answering emergency phone calls and dispatching personnel.

PatchCast: February 10, 2011

This is a daily roundup of stories around Patch throughout the Twin Cities west metro.

'Wild Boar' to Open in Old Decoys Space

The restaurant and bar should be open by March 15.

Birnstengel Chosen for Arts Center Director Position

She previously helped create the Musical Instrument Museum in Phoenix.

The Call to Write

Why I want to make my mark in journalism—a tough and competitive field.

Hopkins and Blake School Inch Closer to Agreement

Both sides have a framework they hope could heal their divisions.

Jan. 31 through Feb. 6

A weekly selection of incidents drawn from Hopkins police files

Big Fight on State Budget Deficit a Certainty

Sen. Ron Latz and Rep. Steve Simon told a town hall audience Monday that a majority of Minnesotans want a compromise between cuts and revenue hikes to reach a balance.

Royals Sink The Lakers

No. 2-ranked Hopkins girls basketball team pounds host Minneapolis Southwest, 90-28, on Monday night.

Hopkins City Manager Selected for Eden Prairie Job

The selection continues a game of musical chairs among metro city managers.

Agendas: Week of Feb. 6

A weekly collection of government meetings

Seven Things You Need to Know About the Hopkins Public Schools Budget

This background will prepare you for Tuesday's public meeting on the upcoming budget.

Hopkins Legislators Support Governor's Bonding Bill

They say borrowing for vital projects when interest rates are low is the fiscally responsible decision.

Hopkins Nordic Skier Connor Benton Reaches End of Stellar High School Career

The Royals senior kept his athletic pursuits in perspective, even as he chased a state championship.

Hopkins Adds Downtown Mural to Fill Vacant Store Windows

The new mural will showcase they city's history and future.

Dec. 13 through Dec. 19

A weekly selection of incidents drawn from Hopkins police files

Nine places in Hopkins That Are Open on Christmas

Need to go out on Christmas? Here are some options.

Hopkins Boys' Basketball Routs Knights to Remain Undefeated

The Royals secured a comfortable 34-point victory.

Christmas Service Schedules Help You Find a Place to Celebrate the Season

A list of Christmas Even and Christmas day worship times in Hopkins.

ResourceWest Kicks Off Toy Chest Distribution

The program provides new gifts to low-income children in west metro communities.

Dec. 6 through Dec. 12

A weekly selection of incidents drawn from Hopkins police files

American Community Survey Finds Smaller, More-Diverse Hopkins

The Census Bureau study shows a sharp increase in minority groups even as the city's overall population declined.

Property Values and Property Taxes

Understanding how property taxes are set and collected will help you know how much bang you're getting for your tax dollar.

Hopkins boys hockey falls to Virginia 3-2

The team's record now stands at 1-3.

Snow Blankets Hopkins

High winds and snow falling at about an inch an hour combined for dangerous conditions.

Hermantown defeats Hopkins boys hockey

Hopkins High School goes down in 6-4 loss.

ResourceWest Sees Increasing Need This Winter

Executive director blames high unemployment, bad economy.

Booming Hopkins Nordic Ski Team Poised for Another Strong Year

Top skiers from last year return to attempt repeat success this season.

Chair Massages & Shopping

2-Million 2-Gether Celebration

Hopkins Boys' Soccer Alumni Night

Grandparent's Day at Totally Kids

Health 101

Grandparents Photo Contest

Ice Cream Social & Barbershop Music

Key Community Partner Awards

Free 1-Hour Weight Loss & Detoxification Class

Celebrate Halloween EEK-O-Nomically at Totally Kids fun furniture & toys!

Hopkins Royals 2nd Annual Footbowl Fundraiser

Hopkins Boys' Soccer Alumni Game