Alec Smith Insulin Affordability Act: How To Apply

The bill creating the safety net program bears the name of the 26-year-old who died because he could not afford the life-saving drug.

Mendota Heights Officials Remind Residents About Protective Measures To Prevent Spread Of Coronavirus

The City will continue to regularly correspond with and monitor updates from the MDH and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

COVID-19 In West St. Paul: 171 Cases

Here are the latest figures from the Minnesota Department of Health on COVID-19.

COVID-19 In Mendota Heights Area: 25 Cases

More than 30 people have died from the virus in Dakota County.

Coronavirus: Where To Get Tested In Dakota County

There are a number of COVID-19 testing locations in Dakota County. Find them here.

Minnesota Bishops Issue Guidelines For Public Masses

There is no plan to reinstate the obligation to attend Mass anytime soon, even when public Mass is able to resume.

Mendota Heights Par 3 Golf Course Opens On April 27

The Clubhouse will be staffed but closed to the public. Rates are the same as last season.

Minnesota Gets Coronavirus Testing Breakthrough: Health Officials

Health officials Wednesday said it's the breakthrough for rapid, widespread testing that Minnesota needed to reopen the state.

Dakota County Care Facilities With Coronavirus Exposure: List

Nearly 20 percent of confirmed cases of the new coronavirus in Minnesota are in long-term care and assisted living facilities.

Minnesota Care Facilities With Coronavirus Exposure: New List

At least ten percent of the confirmed cases of the new coronavirus in Minnesota have been found in long term care facilities.

City Of Mendota Heights Publishes Coronavirus Update For March 27

For other city matters, including dropping off of building permits, there is a plastic drop box located inside of the front entryway.

Message From Mayor Garlock Regarding Coronvirus Response

The City’s number one priority is to ensure the health and safety of Mendota Heights residents, property owners, and its employees.

Coronavirus: MN Hospitals Must Delay 'Non-Essential' Surgeries

Gov. Tim Walz is ordering health care providers to postpone elective surgeries and procedures in the fight against COVID-19.

City Of Mendota Heights Announces Closure Of City Facilities For Public From March 17

This includes City Hall, the Public Works Maintenance Facility and the Par 3 golf course.

City Of Mendota Heights Publishes Protective Measures To Prevent The Spread Of COVID-19

As a proactive measure, the City encourages residents and businesses to conduct City business via phone and email as much as possible.

Coronavirus: Another Case In Twin Cities Confirmed

A total of five cases of COVID-19 in Minnesota have been confirmed so far.

Minnesota Is Extremely Healthy, Except In These 3 Categories

The United Health Foundation has released its annual America’s Health Rankings. Here's the story for Minnesota.

Child Obesity Rates: Here’s Where Minnesota Ranks

Here's where Minnesota ranks in the U.S. for childhood obesity rates.

Polio-Like Illness Confirmed In Lakeville Boy, 5 Other MN Kids

The average age of the children who have gotten sick with AFM across the nation this year is about 4.

Minn. Medical Marijuana Program Is Eliminating Opioid Use: Study

Pain patients taking medical cannabis also reported improvements related to sleep and reduced anxiety.

Physically Active Kids In Minnesota Have Better Grades: Study

Physically active elementary students in Minnesota are more likely to be proficient in math and reading, according to a new report.

Flu Vaccination Rates: How Dakota County Hospitals Rank

State health officials note that high vaccination rate among hospital workers reduces the chances of passing flu to patients.

John Oliver Tackles Minnesota's Measles Outbreak: Watch

John Oliver joked that the only thing Minnesota should have more of than any other state is people disappointed by the Mall of America.

We Need Emergency Funding To Fight Outbreaks: MN Health Commissioner

Amidst the largest measles outbreak in nearly 30 years, the Minnesota Health Commissioner called for emergency funding Wednesday.

Minnesota Measles: 3 Counties, 41 Confirmed Cases, $207,000

Health officials have been working with local leaders in the Somali community to address concerns about autism and encourage vaccinations.

Mendota Heights Area Schools Present Healthy Hero Award

Paraprofessional Mark Krey is inspiring students in District 197’s Branch Out program to be more active.

Run Like A Mother Inspires Twin Cities Women With Launch of Annual 5K Race

Empower. Inspire. Enable. Run Like A Mother isn't just a race — it's our way of life.

Playing Risk, Management Edition

The right amount of risk in a management style can bring big rewards.

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Causes and Treatment Options

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome affects many people each year. What causes this and how do you treat it? Does computer use contribute to this syndrome?

Party Crashers

When the ants come marching into your kitchen or party use these items from your pantry to bounce them!

Let Them Eat Caviar

Enjoy classic cuisine this week with 2 free recipes!

July Food is No Foofaraw

July is loaded with fun food holidays and some fun with words, too.

Saturday is the Big Day!

District 197 Points of Pride: Athletics and Arts

"F" is for Fear

Use fear to your advantage when managing your career.

Fairy Gardens and a Whole Lot More!

Featured Gardens: English, Japanese, and Raptors

Featured Gardens: Chickens and Rain Gardens

Chompin’ at Chocolate Bits

Go on a scavenger hunt for fabulous, free recipes for National Chocolate Day.

Let Freedom Ring

We celebrate our freedom on July 4th, but every freedom has a corresponding consequence.