Thursday Is Tornado Drill Day in Minnesota

Sirens will sound at 1:45 and 6:45 p.m. Thursday in Plymouth and across the state as part of Severe Weather Awareness Week.

Plymouth Recognized for Effective Use of MN Legacy Amendment Funds

Eight other Minnesota cities shared the honor from Conservation MInnesota and Minnesota Citizens for the Arts.

Erik Paulsen: Thoughts, Prayers with Victims, First Responders in Boston

The congressman from Minnesota's Third District also sounded positive about trade with Japan.

MN House Panel Passes $10M Package for Regional Comm Center in Plymouth

Hennepin County broke ground on the project in February.

Plymouth Parents Battle Hennepin County Child Protection: Report

The Star Tribune reported on the struggle of the Slavens of Plymouth when authorities suspected them of child abuse after their infant's injury.

Plymouth is Not Among Winners in New LGA Bill

Even with a new formula, the city would continue to do without the state aid payments.

Third District Report: Paulsen Makes Case for Repealing Medical-Device Tax

The Congressman appeared on the Hugh Hewitt radio show and on the opinion pages of the Washington Post.

Flush! City Will Begin Annual Water Main Work

Residents with discolored water should let the outdoor water faucet run until the water is clear.

New Health Care Exchange Brings 'Big Culture Shift' to Plymouth Company

The Star Tribune reports on options MNsure opens up at six-employee Ovation Framing.

PHOTOS: Plymouth City Council Recognizes Pair of Drivers with Metrolink 2012 Driver Award

Dollian Davis has been with First Transit driving Plymouth Metrolink Dial-A-Ride since March 2004; Michael Brinkley has been with First Transit since November 2007.

You Can Volunteer to Measure Plymouth Snowfall for National Weather Service

It's March Madness as the CoCoRaHS program seeks local precipitation observers.

Featured Event - Plymouth City Sampler

The event is Saturday, March 16, 2013 at Plymouth City Hall.

VIDEO: Ex-Plymouth Legislator: 'I Blew My Vote' on Gay Marriage

Lynne Osterman 'implores' MN legislators not to cast 'no' vote on same-sex unions that they'll later regret.

City Sampler, Transitional Care Facility: Plymouth City Council Meeting Preview

The Plymouth City Council meets 7 p.m. March 12, 2013 in the Plymouth City Hall.

Parking Lot Expansion, UHaul Returns: Plymouth Planning Commission Preview

The Plymouth Planning Commission meets 7 p.m. March 6, 2013 at Plymouth City Hall.

Association Free Lutheran Bible College Expansion Moves on to Plymouth City Council

The Plymouth Planning Commission recommended a PUD amendment to allow revisions the original general plan.

Plymouth Marks Volunteer Program's 20th Anniversary with Service Awards

To mark this milestone, 20 volunteers from the past 20 years will be recognized later this year with special awards; Nominations for the Volunteer Service Awards will be accepted through March 29.

Minnesota Pollution Control Issues Pollution Warning for Twin Cities Area

Fog and fine particles have combined to create unhealthy air for at risk populations in the Minneapolis and St. Paul metro area.

What is Sequestration?: Deadline Looms, Cuts Could Hit Minnesota Education Programs

Minnesota's Congressional delegation has weighed in on the series of cuts that could hit the country March 1. The rollbacks would hit everything from education to senior care, the White House states.

Plymouth City Council Preview

A look at some of the topics scheduled to be reviewed by the Plymouth City Council at the Feb. 26, 2013 meeting.

Sen. Terri Bonoff: Two Town Hall Meetings Coming Up

Sen. Terri Bonoff will host a meeting on Feb. 19 at Plymouth City Hall.

$269,000 In Grants Help City Improve Plymouth Metrolink

Two grants will make improvements to several stations and replace several bus shelters in the city.

Plymouth Lawmaker Questions Funding to Clean Dirty Dirt

Rep. Sarah Anderson (R-Plymouth) said Minneapolis uses most of the money.

Saturday Mail Delivery to End, Locals Concerned About Job Impacts

The U.S. Postal Service announced it will end Saturday mail delivery by Aug. 1.

Sunday Liquor Sales? Plymouth Liquors Says 'No Thanks'

A bill reintroduced in the Senate would give liquor store owners the option of being open on Sundays.

MnDOT Shares Plans to Upgrade 494 in Plymouth

A third lane through Plymouth on 494? It could happen, but the Minnesota Department of Transportation's plan isn't quite what the city was hoping for.

Hockey Boys Behaving Badly, a Local Lennay and Bye-Bye Beeks: Pick of Our Patches

The Maple Grove hockey team stayed in the news this week. Other looks around the metro include a pot bust in Otsego, a Vikings surprise, and Richfield mourns a baby lost too soon.

Plymouth Native Sentenced to Seven Years in Federal Child Porn Case

A 26-year-old Denver man was sentenced to 85 months in jail after pleading guilty last summer to a count of receiving child pornography over the Internet.

Plymouth Terminates Assessment Agreement with Carlson Center

Carlson Center satisfied terms agreement to help pay for a traffic signal.

U-Haul Withdraws Application to Open Business in Plymouth

The Plymouth City Council and U-Haul disagreed on the number of vehicles that would be allowed in front of the building on the proposed site near Highway 169.

Tragic Teen Death, Shoe Store Robber and a Fire Fatality: Pick of Our Patches

This week's headlines from around the West Metro also include a salute to a lost boy, transportation issues and SuperValu's biggest sale. And, free beer!

Plymouth Gets High Marks From Residents in Recent Survey

The City of Plymouth reached out to its residents in a phone survey to get a sense of how community members feel about the city.

New Minnesota Laws for 2013

Here's what you need to know to start the new year off right.

Plymouth City Council Sets 2013 Legislative Priorities

The Plymouth City Council has created a list of priorities it hopes to focus on during the upcoming session.

New 911 Building in Plymouth Moves Forward

A construction company was given the go ahead to build the new facility in Plymouth. The facility is currently based in Golden Valley.

Drop Off Your Letter To Santa in Plymouth

There are several drop-off sites in Plymouth for Santa letters that can be answered by the big guy and his helpers.

Exit Ramp From I-494 to I-394 in Minnetonka Closes Monday Morning

To fix a water main leak, the exit ramp from northbound I-494 to eastbound I-394 will be closed at 9 a.m.

Video: Check Out Plymouth Metrolink's Transit Services

The city's transit service now offers more frequent service between Station 73 and downtown Minneapolis.

2013 Special Levies Set For Bassett Creek And West Mississippi Watersheds

A special levy is set to finance watershed improvement projects in Plymouth and Golden Valley.

What's Happening This Week in Plymouth: Dec. 3-9?

Here's a look ahead at this week with events, activities and meetings in your community.