VIDEO: Congressman Paulsen Quizzes Geithner On Obama Budget

Some tense exchanges happened Feb. 16 during the Ways and Means Committee hearing in Washington D.C..

Plymouth Mayor Visits The Goddard School

Plymouth Mayor Kellli Slavik visits the Goddard School for pre-school age children to learn more about what she does in the community.

VIDEO: District 43 Plymouth Caucus Goers Talk Politics

Two District 43 GOP caucus goers discuss their concerns including the national debt, war, budget cuts and more in this video.

Wayzata School District Responds To No More NCLB Law

The President announced Feb. 9 Minnesota’s proposed reforms to its standards and accountability measures would meet requirements to replace the federal act passed nearly a decade ago.

Robbinsdale School District Responds To NCLB Leave

The President announced Thursday Minnesota’s proposed reforms to its standards and accountability measures would meet requirements to replace the federal act passed nearly a decade ago.

Sen. Bonoff Hosts Town Hall Meeting Feb. 21

Senator Terri Bonoff (DFL-43) is hosting a town hall meeting for the public Feb. 21 at Plymouth City Hall.

VIDEO: First-time Caucus Goers Want To Get Involved

Holly and Jacob Higgins of Plymouth talk about why they came to their precinct caucus Feb. 7.

VIDEO: District 45 GOP Caucus Goers Talk Politics

The Senate District 45 Republican Party convened its caucus Feb. 7 at Robbinsdale Cooper High School.

Busy Night For GOP Districts 43, 45 Precinct Caucuses

Caucus night was busy at Robbinsdale Cooper High School where District 45 Republicans convened and Vision of Glory Lutheran Church in Plymouth where Ward 3 of District 43 Republicans convened.

LETTER: Benson Co-Authors Bill To Increase Transparency

The legislature has already wrapped up the second week of session and activity is picking up quickly.

Q&A: Third Congressional District DFL Candidates

Have questions? DFL candidates Brian Barnes and Sharon Sund will join MPR News and Patch from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 3.

Plymouth Precinct Caucuses Happen Feb. 7

Plymouth MN Patch helps you find DFL, Republican, Green and Independence party caucuses 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 7.

Legislators Rest, Peterson Talk With Citizens Jan. 28

During a town hall meeting at the Crystal Community Center, Senator Ann Rest and State Rep. Sandra Peterson answered questions on several different topics.

LETTER: Rep. Benson Hopes for Renewed Bipartisanship

There is still plenty to do to grow jobs, reform government, reign in property taxes and invest in our state’s infrastructure, according to Benson.

LETTER: Rep. Anderson Talks 2012 Legislative Session

Rep. Sarah Anderson (R-43A) talks about the tasks ahead for the 2012 legislative session.

LETTER: Looking At The 2012 Legislative Session

Rep. Sandra Peterson talks about the issues, proposals and work ahead for the 2012 legislative session.

Meeting About Power Line Project in Plymouth

A public meeting about the Hollydale upgrading power line project was Jan. 25 at Wayzata High School.

Vacancies To Fill On Plymouth Charter Commission

Because of expiring terms, there are two opening seats on the Plymouth Charter Commission.

Plymouth Council Approves Businesses' Requests

The Plymouth City Council approved site changes and improvements for two local businesses.

Clue 3: 2012 Fire & Ice Festival Medallion Hunt

Here is your third clue for the second annual medallion hunt, a fun prelude activity before the 23rd annual Fire and Ice Festival. Check back on Plymouth MN Patch for the clues and more about the Festival.

Senator Rest, State Rep. Peterson To Hold Public Meeting

State Senator Ann Rest, State Rep. Sandra Peterson and State Rep. Lyndon Carlson will host a town hall meeting for the public Saturday, March 3.

Paulsen Post: Job Creation, Job Creators and Job Growth

Congressman Erik Paulsen is up for re-election in 2012.

Mark Ritchie To Speak At Robbinsdale Schools MLK Day Event

Robbinsdale School District presents the "We Have A Dream" event 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. today at Robbinsdale Cooper High School.

Clue 2: 2012 Fire & Ice Festival Medallion Hunt

Here is your second clue for the second annual medallion hunt, a fun prelude activity before the 23rd annual Fire and Ice Festival. Check back on Plymouth MN Patch for the clues and more about the Festival.

2012 Fire & Ice Festival Activities Schedule

Plymouth MN Patch has you covered for this year's Fire & Ice Festival. Here is a current listing of activities for the event 2-7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 4, at Parker's Lake.

WEEKEND EVENT: Plymouth's Fire & Ice Festival

The Festival includes winter fun and games from 2-7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 4, at Parker's Lake in Plymouth.

Plymouth Community Development Block Grant Applications Available

Eligible agencies must apply for the 2012 Community Development Block Grant program before 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 24.

Tree Trimming For Areas of Plymouth

The city of Plymouth will be doing tree trimming in areas of Plymouth in the coming weeks.

Council Looks At City Manager Pay Increase

After a closed meeting December 2011, the Plymouth City Council conducted the annual City Manager review and agreed with looking at a 3 percent pay increase.

Plymouth's State Rep. Sarah Anderson Helps Organ Donation Education

Sarah Anderson (R-Plymouth) co-authored a bill allowing Minnesotans to contribute $2 to support organ, tissue and eye donation education when they apply for or renew their driver’s license or state ID card.

Top 5 Plymouth Patch Stories of 2011

Since Plymouth Patch launched in July, there have been a variety of stories and happenings to report about including an apartment fire and a new Islamic Community Center.

Five Local, Plymouth Ways To Keep Your New Year's Resolutions

Making resolutions is one thing, following through is yet another. Plymouth Patch offers help in putting your best foot forward with five common New Year’s resolutions.

VIDEO: Ring In A New Plymouth Recycling Program

The new recycling program gets its own jingle in this Plymouth city made video about what can now be recycled starting in January 2012.

Plymouth City Council Approves No Increase To 2012 Property Tax Levy

With no public comments, the Plymouth City Council approved a 0 percent increase for the 2012 property tax.

Plymouth City Creates Festive Winter Atmosphere

Plymouth hangs winter decorations to brighten the winter doldrums and it only costs about $1.50 a day.

Wayzata School Board Approves 2012 Tax Levy

The Wayzata School District 2012 tax levy shows a slight increase compared to 2011.

TODAY: Plymouth City Photo Contest Deadline

Today's the deadline for submissions to the city of Plymouth's Photos at Your Fingertips contest.

New Year Means New Laws In Minnesota

These new laws go into effect starting Jan. 1, 2012.

TONIGHT: Plymouth Council Evaluates City Manager

Tonight the council will evaluate the Plymouth City Manager and could adopt the 2012 budget and tax levies.

TONIGHT: Wayzata School District's Truth In Taxation Presentation

The Wayzata School Board's regular meeting is 7 p.m. tonight at Wayzata City Hall.