The state will recognize marriages between same-sex couples, according to law, beginning at midnight Thursday. Other laws address the local beer businesses and stiffer penalties for some criminals.
Here is this week's Lakeville Fire Department fire report.
MnDOT: "Work on the I-35 portion between Elko/New Market and the Burnsville split has begun."
Chantal Lynn VanBeck, age 30, of Lakeville, formerly of Eagan, MN passed away on July 28, 2013.
A local meteorologist says a late start to summer-like weather and recent chilly temperatures have taken a bite out of our summer calendar.
The University of Minnesota 'may be the one to beat' as the standout shooting guard weighs college basketball offers, 247 Sports reported.
Elery was instrumental in getting the North Dakota Thoroughbred Assn. started to promote the Thoroughbred breeding industry in the state. He raced full time in places such as Winnipeg, Denver, Cleveland, Chicago and Canterbury Park.
The METRO Red Line is seeing solid numbers in ridership in its inaugural year. Now, cities and counties around the south end of the Twin Cities are hoping to capitalize with business and residential development in the area.
Neighbors have always shared things -- from sugar and milk to ladders and wheelbarrows. But now time banks are helping neighbors share their talents in exchange for bigger services like repairs and renovations.
Same-sex marriage becomes legal in Minnesota on Aug. 1. Share your story on Patch.
A crash in Northfield injuries several people and a 4-year-old's death is ruled a homicide.
Lakeville Police Chief Thomas Vonhof updates the city on recent law enforcement activity.
Heritage Library is located in the same building as the Dakota County License Center and adjacent to the Lakeville City Hall, along Heritage Drive, near downtown Lakeville.
Remember how you felt like a superhero the first time you jumped from your swing in mid-air? How much will it cost you to give your kids that same feeling?
The state senator from Lakeville, who's running for governor, responded to two rulings to let possible unionization proceed.
Here is this week’s "Dumb Criminal" feature from Lakeville Police Chief Thomas Vonhof.
Here are the most recent people to pass away in Lakeville or who had ties to Lakeville.
A look at some of the top stories from around the Twin Cities South Metro and Dakota County.
Josie Huss told the St. Paul Pioneer Press her horses are 'in heaven' at Pilot Knob in Mendota Heights.
Dakota County Sheriff Dave Bellows updates you on the latest county happenings.
Here is this week’s edition of Lakeville Messages.
Here are recent posts from Lakeville bloggers.
Here is an update on high-profile road construction projects impacting Lakeville and its residents.
See what Lakeville is selling on Craiglist.
Patch's rundown of activities this weekend in Lakeville.
Excited for the new movie "Planes"? Take your kids on a virtual trip to the town where Disney's "Planes" takes place: Propwash Junction. No wings required. Sponsored by Disney.