Tom Emmer To Speak Tonight, Hosted by Tea Party in Buffalo

2010 Gubernatorial candidate Tom Emmer will be speaking at the Buffalo airport tonight at an event sponsored by the Wright County Tea Party.

Albertville Council To Meet, Approve Preliminary Levy Tonight

Albertville will set its spending targets for 2012. Once the preliminary levy is approved, it cannot increase prior to approval in December.

What’s in a (St. Michael Water Tower) Name?

Hanover is part of the Joint Powers water system that also services St. Michael and Albertville. Does that mean they should have their town name on a water tower located miles away on St. Michael's northern border?

Chris Schumm Aims to Keep Seat on St. Michael City Council

After earning an appointment last winter when Cindy Weston move out of town, Chris Schumm is hoping to be elected to the council in November.

James Krutzig Seeks First Office in Albertville Election

Just 23, James Krutzig is hoping to join the Albertville City Council by winning one of two open seats in November's city election.

St. Michael's Mark Daleiden Running for Wright County Commission

The small business owner on St. Michael's main street is seeking his first seat on the county commission, representing eastern St. Michael and Otsego.

Tonight’s council meetings: Albertville talks about new city administrator, both cities to discuss 2013 budgets

St. Michael and Albertville will each hold a council meeting at 7 p.m. tonight at their respective city halls. Albertville hopes to move closer to the hiring of their new city administrator during the meeting; both cities will discuss next year's budget.

Albertville Council Looks Into Ways to Lower Levy

The Albertville City Council met Monday night for a budget workshop.

Paving Underway on Interstate 94 Project

After a hot summer with a rainy start, crews are beginning the paving process on Interstate 94 this week.

Larry Sorensen Seeks Re-Election to Albertville Council

Sorensen, a 16-year resident of Albertville, is seeking his second term.

Paul Turpin Files for Albertville City Council

In one of the region's most hotly contested races, newcomer Paul Turpin is in the thick of things.

St. Michael, Albertville Candidates for Mayor and Council

The filing deadline was Tuesday for local government positions.

UPDATE: Mary Wetter and Mike Potter Move on After Minnesota Primary

Wetter will advance to the November election from Wright County District 4. Albertville's Mike Potter earned second, and will square off with her Nov. 8.

Minnesota Primary: Reporting Glitch Slows Results from Wright County

A report on the Secretary of State's Website is incorrect, according to information provided to St. Michael Patch.

Rep. Michele Bachmann Claims Easy Victory in Minnesota Primary

The "technical" incumbent in Minnesota's United State Congressional District Six easily advanced to the general election.

Slow Day At St. Michael, Albertville Polls for Minnesota Primary

The polls have been pretty slow in St. Michael and Albertville today.

Where To Vote Today in St. Michael and Albertville

The polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. today.

Judicial Races, Wright County Commission Highlight St. Michael, Albertville Primary Election

Voters in Wright County District 4 will whittle the race down to two candidates, while partisan ballots will push through candidates in state and federal races at Tuesday’s vote.

UPDATE: Tim Pawlenty Voices Support for Romney, Wisconsin's Paul Ryan

Republicans say selection of Janesville congressman is a bold move. Former Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty endorses the pick.

Bachmann Predicts Romney will Select Ohio Senator as VP

When put on the spot by some St. Michael business leaders late last month, the Sixth District Congresswoman said she'd put her money on Rob Portman.

Big Lake's Paul Perovich DFL's Candidate for State Senate

Paul Perovich, an Iraq war veteran, will take on the GOP primary winner in November's general election.

Newcomer Bolin Battling Kiffmeyer in State Senate District 30

Challenging the endorsement of former Rep. Mary Kiffmeyer, Paul Bolin hopes to bring a "fresh" perspective to the Minnesota Senate.

Jillian Hendrickson Aims for Albertville's Top Seat

A two-year council member in Albertville, Hendrickson is looking to move up and lead the city.

David FitzSimmons Eyeing House District 30B Spot

The Albertville farmer has long been a local GOP activist. Now he's seeking office.

Gayle Shimek, House District 30B Candidate

Gayle Shimek of Otsego, a DFL candidate, is challenging for a bid to the State House of Representatives.

Mary Wetter, Wright County District 4

A soil and water board member, Mary Wetter is looking to move onto the county commission.

Albertville To See Increased Taxes and Levy for 2013

The termination of city administrator Larry Kruse will make it impossible for Albertville to hold the line on its portion of the annual tax bill.

New Minnesota Laws in Effect: Gas Drive Offs, Electronic Rx, Harsher Vulnerable Adults Penalties

A rundown of new Minnesota state laws that went into effect on Aug. 1, 2012.

Michele Bachmann Backs Chick-fil-A with YouTube Video

The congresswoman—who as a Minnesota senator championed efforts to define marriage as being between a man and a woman only—put out a YouTube video Wednesday showing her support for Chick-fil-A's stance on gay marriage.

Filing Opens for Albertville, St. Michael Seats

Candidate filing for St. Michael and Albertville municipal and school district positions opens July 31, 2012 and closes Aug. 14, 2012 at 5 p.m.

Bachmann Hopes to Team with Ellison on Medicaid Reform

A week after getting embroiled in controversy with some allegations against Minnesota Rep. Keith Ellison, Republican Rep. Michele Bachmann hopes to team up with the Democrat on Medicaid reform.

Wright County Tea Party Commissioner Candidate Forum

The final Wright County Tea Party Commissioner Candidate Forum will take place next Tuesday night.

Bachmann Talks Deregulation with Small Business Leaders in St. Michael

Reprising her rhetoric on the "red tape" in Washington, the Congresswoman held a round-table discussion with seven St. Michael area business owners.

CLEAN UP DAY

State of the Cities Luncheon

City of Albertville's 2011 Spring Town Hall Meeting

Legislative Members Meet with School Districts in St. Michael-Albertville

Area representatives made their way to St. Michael-Albertville Middle School West for a meeting with local school district leaders and staff. The leading topic? Inequity in the state's pay system.

Video: Sen. Amy Koch Reflects on a "Busy Week" at Capitol

The Senate Majority Leader (R-Buffalo) comments on Gov. Mark Dayton's veto of the House's budget bill, and the State of the State address.

Grand Opening - Library, Senior Center & St. Michael City Hall

St. Michael City Center Grand Opening