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Mackenthun’s Fine Foods in Waconia was recently honored with the “Minnesota Grown Retailer of the Year Award.” Pictured: Jamie Pfuhl, MGA President; MGA Chair Glen Gust, Glen’s Food Center, Inc.; Paul Hugunin, MN Dept. of Agriculture; Dave Frederickson, Commissioner, MN Dept. of Agriculture; Eve Viskocil, Mackenthun’s Fine Foods; Jessa Theis, Mackenthun’s Fine Foods; Jaime Mackenthun, Mackenthun’s Fine Foods; Ed Gardeski, Mackenthun’s Fine Foods. (Submitted photo)

Mackenthun’s honored for keeping it local

By Todd Moen on May 8, 2013 at 3:42 pm

For decades, Mackenthun’s Fine Foods in Waconia has offered locally grown products such as produce, eggs, dairy items and other …
 
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Love INC to host Alley Sale this week

By The Sun Patriot on May 8, 2013 at 10:30 am

Shopping at the Love INC – Heartland (Love In The Name of Christ) Gift and Thrift Store will become even …
 
Bill and Kim Breeden of Mayer play with their son, Isaac, who has autism. According to a recent study, autism now affects one in 50 children. (Patriot staff photo by Todd Moen)

Parents discuss the challenges, joys that come with raising children with autism

By Todd Moen on May 6, 2013 at 8:00 am

It’s becoming more and more common to hear reports on the nightly news about autism, a neurological and biological disorder …
 
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Waconia Public Services holds Open House on Saturday, May 4

By The Sun Patriot on May 3, 2013 at 8:57 am

The staff of Waconia Public Services invites you to join them in celebrating national Public Works Week on Saturday, May …
 
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Three MCWD managers reappointed

By The Sun Patriot on May 2, 2013 at 12:21 pm

By a unanimous vote, the Hennepin County Board recently reappointed Jim Calkins and Brian Shekleton to another 3-year term on …
 
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Carver County reminds about approaching tax deadlines

By The Sun Patriot on May 2, 2013 at 10:56 am

The Carver County Taxpayer Services Department is responsible for collecting and distributing property taxes for the county, schools, cities and …
 
Bob Wolter of Chaska was the overall winner of the Walk on Waconia event held on April 20. (Submitted photo)

Wolter wins Walk on Waconia

By The Sun Patriot on May 2, 2013 at 9:53 am

Despite the challenges posed by an unexpected snow storm, Walk On Waconia was held on Saturday, April 20. The event, …
 
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Caribou Coffee plans to open store in Waconia by Thanksgiving

By Todd Moen on May 2, 2013 at 8:57 am

With the hustle and bustle of Walgreens, Waconia Farm Supply and Youngstedts, business is alive and well on the south …
 
Congresswoman Michele Bachmann speaks with an audience member during a Waconia Chamber of Commerce luncheon on the afternoon of Tuesday, April 30 at the Island View Golf Club in Waconia. (Staff photo by Blaze Fugina)

Congresswoman Bachmann visits Waconia, chamber event

By Blaze Fugina on May 2, 2013 at 8:55 am

Members of the Waconia Chamber of Commerce had the opportunity to listen to Congresswoman Michele Bachmann speak about small business …
 
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UPDATE: Rajanen not selected as SLP superintendent

By Todd Moen on May 2, 2013 at 8:53 am

Although she was one of three finalists, it appears that Waconia’s Dr. Nancy Rajanen will not become the new superintendent …
 

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