How To Vote In Person Or Return An Absentee Ballot In Mendota Heights

Voters are encouraged to follow social distancing procedures, wear a mask, and to expect a line.

Biden To Rally In St. Paul Friday, Trump Will Speak In Rochester

Joe Biden and President Donald Trump will both host campaign rallies in Minnesota Friday.

How Did Mendota Heights Vote In 2016?

Previous election results can provide insight into the general political demographics of an area.

12 Things To Know If You're Voting In Person In Minnesota

Know your rights before you head into the voting booth next week.

Election 2020 Voter Guide: What's On Mendota Heights' Ballot?

Take a look at the candidates on the ballot in Mendota Heights for this year's general election.

Gov. Walz Extends Emergency Powers Monday, Defends Decision

Gov. Tim Walz noted how coronavirus cases are rising "dramatically in states around us."

People, Items Banned Inside Minnesota Polling Places: LIST

Voters are required to wear a mask or a face shield while inside polling locations.

Coronavirus Cases: How Mendota Heights Compares To Other Towns

Lilydale, Mendota, and Mendota Heights are in the middle of the pack when it comes to their collective case rate.

2020 Salaries For Minnesota's Top Politicians: List

Here's how much the top lawmakers and judges make in Minnesota.

Sentenced Announced For 23-Year-Old In West St. Paul Murder

Lawrence T. Renfro. Nathan W. Mcdonald, of Oakdale, pled guilty in August to second-degree murder.

Gov. Tim Walz To Extend COVID-19 Emergency Powers

Republicans in the state have criticized the governor for extending his emergency powers, accusing him of overreaching.

Mendota Heights Mayor And City Council Candidate Forum

The public is encouraged to submit questions for the forum by September 3.

Mail-In Voting In Minnesota: Deadlines, How To Get A Ballot

Follow these steps on how to properly cast your ballot by mail in Minnesota.

Minnesota's Aug. 11 Primary: Mendota Heights Ballot

Minnesotans are encouraged to vote by mail in the upcoming primary and general elections.

​Dakota County Libraries Now Offering 'Express Services'

Dakota County's libraries have new hours. They're also offering book drops and curbside pick-up.

Bill From Mendota Heights Rep. Declares Racism A Health Crisis

"The devastation we are seeing in our communities today is the result of those systems playing out for hundreds of years," Richardson said.

Gov. Walz Extends Peacetime Emergency

"As cases skyrocket in other states, we can’t let our guard down now," Gov. Tim Walz said.

Absentee Voting Underway For August 11 Primary In Mendota Heights

In-person voters may experience longer wait times to allow for new safety procedures.

Mendota Heights City Hall Has Reopened For Public

Visitors should adhere to safety guidelines of staying at least six feet apart from others and hand sanitizer will be available for use.

Walz Approves $62 Million For MN Businesses Impacted by COVID-19

Eligible businesses with 50 or fewer employees can apply for grants of up to $10,000.

Highway 13 In Mendota Will Fully Close

Crews from the Minnesota Department of Transportation will make drainage repairs to the road.

Walz Convenes Special Session For Police Reform, Economy Issues

The special legislative session at the Minnesota State Capitol will begin on June 12.

Mendota Heights' Residents Are Encouraged To Preregister To Vote

If you are not already registered to vote, you may preregister up until 5:00 pm on July 21.

Gov. Tim Walz Signs 21 Bills Into Law Wednesday

Among the new laws is one will allow people 16 and 17 years old to operate amusement park rides.

Walz On Minnesota Bars, Restaurants Reopening: Watch Live Stream

The plans for reopening the state's bars, restaurants, and "places of public accommodation" will be announced Wednesday.

Mendota Heights Church Theft: Ex-Director Of Operations Sentenced

The man told police he was behind on his mortgage, according to the criminal complaint.

Walz: Stay Home Order Will End Monday, Bars Could Reopen June 1

Small gatherings will be allowed in Minnesota starting Monday. More retail will also be able to reopen, Gov. Tim Walz announced.

Gov. Walz Will Let Stay Home Order Expire: Report

Minnesota's Stay Home order is set to expire Monday.

Gov. Walz To Make Announcement On COVID-19

Minnesota's emergency declaration expires Wednesday, and the stay-at-home order is to expire Monday.

Gov. Walz Signs 6 Bills Into Minnesota Law

Among the new laws is one that prohibits marriage by Minnesotans under 18.

Gov. Walz Asks Legislature To Replenish COVID-19 Fund

Many expenditures will be reimbursed through federal dollars the state has received or will receive, Walz's office said.

Minnesota To Lose Nearly $4 Billion After COVID-19: Projection

Before the health and financial crisis caused by the new coronavirus, Minnesota had a budget surplus. A large deficit is now projected.

Coronavirus: Minnesota Stay Home Order Extended, But Altered

Starting May 4, retail businesses and other non-critical businesses may begin offering curbside pick-up.

Anti 'Stay Home' Protesters Gather Outside Minnesota Gov's Home

The protesters want Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz to "reopen" the economy amid the state's outbreak of the new coronavirus.

Coronavirus: Minnesota Gets $1 Billion From Relief Fund

The funds will be used to help offset the state’s costs associated with responding to the new coronavirus crisis.

Gov. Tim Walz, Top Staff Take Pay Cut

An executive order signed Wednesday means the Minnesota governor, his chief of staff, and cabinet agency commissioners will take a pay cut.

Minnesota To Extend Unemployment Insurance

The state's Department of Employment and Economic Developmenfully has implemented Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation.

Group Of MN Leaders To Walz: Suspend Rent, Mortgage Payments

As the coronavirus crisis continues, the letter warns that "if vital measures are not taken immediately, families will lose their homes."

Minnesota Cops Will Be Told Addresses Of People With Coronavirus

An executive order signed by Gov. Tim Walz Friday aims to protect the health and safety of first responders in Minnesota.

Coronavirus: Trump Approves Federal Funds For Minnesota

President Trump declared a major disaster in Minnesota and ordered federal assistance for the state.