Bellows is seeking a second term in the seat he's held for two years.
Four Century Middle School students were charged with gross misdemeanors for their alleged roles in taking inappropriate photos and video of another student and sharing them with the student population.
The Supreme Court's decision is expected to be announced this week. Do you think President Barack Obama's health care law will be upheld or will it be struck down?
Elevated ozone levels are expected through Wednesday night.
Mickey Albert Cupkie, 35, faces four counts of engaging in prostitution with a minor, according to charges filed in Ramsey County.
Last week the LPD hosted a one day in-service training for officers dealing with military veterans in crisis.
A driver with a revoked license gives an officer a fake name, failing to realize her photo was on had as the registered owner of the vehicle being driven.
Here are the most recent people to pass away in Lakeville or who had ties to Lakeville.
An early-week storm wreaked havoc in much of the South Metro area, but that wasn't the only thing to happen last week. Find out what else happened around the area.
Eli is one of many cats and dogs available for adoption through Last Hope pet rescue.
The latest updates from Dakota County Sheriff Dave Bellows.
A weekend of racing sports cars draws a happy summer crowd.
Patch asks readers to weigh in.
Fire department also offers some Fourth of July fireworks safety tips.
Where's the best place for fun in the sun around southern Dakota County? Patch wants to know.
When you just need something to tide you over 'til dinner, where's the best place to go? Patch wants to know.
Nominate your favorite place for a sing-along in central Dakota County.
Police say Domi Moses hit a car in a Lakeville bar parking lot last weekend, then smashed into a squad car when police arrived to arrest him.
Nominate the restaurant in central Dakota County that has the best food for delivery.
Click directly on the categories below and nominate your favorites in the comments.
Nominate the place you trust the most for car repairs in southern Dakota County.
Where's the best place to buy flowers in central Dakota County? Don't just tell us—tell your friends and neighbors. Here.
Dakota Electric says all their customers now have power, but Xcel reports 271 customers around downtown Lakeville, stretching to the southern end of Lake Marion, are still without service.
Who's the best pediatrician in central Dakota County? Tell us—as well as your friends and neighbors.
Small-batch beers are taking off in central Dakota County and around Minnesota. Who has the best selection around town?
Who offers the best haircut or styling in southern Dakota County? Vote in our Readers' Choice poll.
Where's the best place to buy gifts? You tell us!
Looking for the dojo with the best mojo? Now taking nominations for the best martial arts studio in central Dakota County here.
Summer will officially began at 6:09 p.m. central daylight time this evening. So what does that mean, exactly?
Who provides the best child-care services in central Dakota County? Share with us—and with your neighbors—on Patch.
Officer Troy Hokanson and Detective Brad Paulson joined 40 other students in graduating from the BCA Management Certificate Program this past week.
Trees were downed and homes damaged throughout Lakeville Tuesday morning by a strong storm that also knocked out power to large swaths of town.
A monthly rundown of the top 10 suspects that the Dakota County Sheriff's Office is searching for.
There also will be a two-hour closure at the intersection of Cedar and 147th on Thursday night.
Local residents laced up their running shoes this weekend in Duluth.
Expressions Community Theater is presenting 'The Odd Couple' and auditions are set for June 18 and 20.
When officers found suspect stumbling around outside, they discovered he had an arrest warrants issued in Hennepin County for Felony DWI.
In other news around the region, a former talk-radio host is convicted for his role in a multimillion dollar Ponzi Scheme, and more details emerge on the Century Middle School scandal.