Craft joins former DFL state Rep. Mike Obermueller in Minnesota Second District race, according to Politics in Minnesota. Meanwhile Kline reported $1.1 million in his campaign coffers, the Star Tribune said.
A John Kline vote against the current bill would make 44 percent of likely voters less likely to support him, the Public Policy Polling survey said.
The state senator from Lakeville stepped down as assistant minority leader.
'Anyone see an issue here?' asked one commenter on the Lakeville Patch Facebook Page.
State senator from Lakeville says DFL-run state government treats taxpayers like an ATM.
The state senator representing Lakeville told Minnesota Public Radio his formal announcement will come Wednesday.
The county is accepting same-sex marriage license applications starting today.
An interview with mayor Matt Little and an update on the city's lakes comprise the most recent episode of Lakeville City Limits.
Two lanes of northbound I-35W will be closed starting 8 p.m. tonight as crews pour concrete for the I-35E bridge.
Asphalt sealcoating of city streets and the damage done to Lakeville sports fields by the extended winter were two of the topics discussed in the most recent episode of Lakeville's public access program, Lakeville City Limits.
The Lakeville City Council is expected to vote on the projects at its Monday night meeting.
On Monday, May 27, VFW Post 210 of Lakeville and American Legion Post 44 will present their annual Memorial Day color guard visits at area cemeteries to honor the military service members buried there.
A contingent of day care providers and families with children who use that care protested against Senate File 778. But the DFL-controlled Senate approved the measure with a narrow, 35-32 vote after 17 hours of debate.
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 conference committee and the governor's desk.
The community had 84 percent of registered voters cast a ballot in the 2012 election.
The bill now moves on to the state senate as Minnesota Democrats hope to make the state the 12th in the nation to legalize gay marriage. Gov. Mark Dayton has vocally supported the legislation.
The Republican senator from District 56 updates residents on the Daycare Unionization Bill and the Dream Act.
Holberg: "We have just three weeks left before the state’s budget must be passed, and both the House and Senate Tax Omnibus bills are under consideration after a tough struggle to pass them."
Tax payments can be made in person at several locations in the county, or mailed to county offices.
The drop box provides a way to safely dispose of unused prescription and over-the-counter medication.
Also in this week's wrap: A reprieve for Northfield students, and Sobriety High gets kicked off the state's financial bus.
Rep. John Kline announced his intention to run for reelection to the House in 2014 in order to clear the field for candidates seeking higher office.
Holberg: "On Thursday, the Minnesota House approved a comprehensive agriculture and environment finance proposal that spends $822 million in order to better protect our land, air, and waterways and to promote the ag industry."
Also in this week’s recap – A scholarship created to honor a lost friend and a surprise discovery in a Burnsville park.
The city produced a video tracing the city's history from 1853 to the present day as part of the "Envision Lakeville" process.
Also in this week’s review: Burnsville chooses new superintendent, Shakopee joins the South Suburban Conference and a local man loses out on "The Voice."
"I am totally against more liberal actions on TV," commented one Lakeville resident.
Beyond TurboTax: Here's who can help you file your taxes before the April 15 deadline.
The staff of U.S. Rep. John Kline will be holding office hours in the south metro on April 18.
The county commissioner and NFL Hall of Famer is currently involved in a lawsuit against the football league on behalf of former players with brain injuries.
Hall: "As widely reported, initial pull tab revenue for FY 2013 was projected to be $35 million, while updated projections have been scaled back to $1.8 million, a 95 percent reduction."
Each week, Patch takes a closer look at the activities of Dakota and Rice Counties' legislators as part of our Capitol Review.
Also in this week’s review: A new leader for the City of Burnsville staff, Little Caesar’s gets its sign wavers back.
Thompson: "Early data show pull tab revenue for FY 2013 at $1.8 million, 95 percent less than the forecast $35 million."
Mike Obermueller, who was defeated by incumbent Rep. John Kline (R) in the race for the Second Congressional District last fall, says he's game for a rematch.
Little closed by referencing his vision of Lakeville in the context of a town square; “where everyone has a part to play, and job to do, to build a better city, and forge a brighter future.”
Lakeville Mayor Matt Little is holding office hours for residents every Thursday morning.
The Eagan resident announced her candidacy early this week.
Meanwhile, Minnesota continues adding jobs.