Wal-Mart Raises its Banner in Burnsville: South Metro Roundup

Gun-slinging mayors, back yard chicken coops and a fatal car accident also made the news this week.

  You can't be in front of your computer 24 hours a day, so each weekend, Patch reviews the most significant stories of the past week. Here's a look at some of the stories, which first appeared on this Patch or those of our neighbors, that proved most popular, or that may have an impact on your life. To read the full story, click on the headline link.   VIDEO: Gunslinging Mayors' Rivalry Ignites at Charity Shoot Out Eagan Mayor Mike Maguire and Rosemount Mayor Bill Droste went head-to-head Thursday evening in an annual border battle and charity event at West End Hunting and Fishing Club. Plymouth Artist's Work Honors Gay Soldier Anthony Whelihan will have a private release of the portrait of Rosemount's Andrew Wilfahrt, who died in …

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Election 2012

Ganey Concedes, DFLer Mike Obermueller to Face John Kline for Congress Seat

Ahead of the fourth ballot, Northfield's Patrick Ganey conceded to Eagan's Mike Obermueller for the DFL endorsement for Minnesota's Second Congressional District. Obermueller will face Lakeville's John Kline, a five-term Republican incumbent.

And then there was one. Eagan's Mike Obermueller, a former state representative, was endorsed as the Second Congressional District's DFL candidate on Saturday at Rosemount High School after Northfield's Patrick Ganey conceded before the fourth ballot. Obermueller, who then received unanimous support, will face Republican John Kline, a five-term incumbent from Lakeville. Kathleen Gaylord, Dakota County commissioner and former mayor of South St. Paul, conceded earlier in the contest.  For a full recap of the event, read our live blog above. _________ Second Congressional District DFLers gather at Rosemount High School today to select their nominee to challenge Republican incumbent John Kline in the November elections. Kline received the …

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Rep. John Kline Earns GOP Endorsement: DFL Candidates Meet at Forum

For years, the 2nd District's John Kline has been a safe bet during election season, but after this year's Congressional redistricting, it might not be as easy a win.

Follow us on Twitter | Like us on Facebook | Sign up for our daily newsletter With less than a week until DFL Second Congressional delegates choose their candidate to run against Rep. John Kline (R-Lakeville), the three hopefuls came together for a candidate forum this past weekend. Seeking Saturday's endorsement are Northfield City Council Patrick Ganey, Dakota County Commissioner Kathleen Gaylord and former state representative Mike Obermueller.  The UpTake spoke with the three candidates before the forum. All three videos are attached to this post. Ganey, a development officer at Carleton College, said one of his priorities is to make education available for every American. "We need to invest in our young children and also make sure …

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Former Rep. Joins DFL Race for Second Congressional District

Former Rep. Mike Obermueller has officially declared his intent to seek the DFL nomination for the Second Congressional District. He joins Northfielder Patrick Ganey in the endorsement race.

It's getting crowded. The Star Tribune is reporting that former Rep. Mike Obermueller has officially declared his intent to seek the DFL nomination for the Second Congressional District. Obermueller, an attorney from Eagan, joins Northfield City Councilor Patrick Ganey, who announced his bid for his party's support in March. Both are eyeing the seat of five-term Republican incumbent John Kline. Last month when Obermueller was "seriously" considering a run, he told The UpTake that he wanted to put real representation back into Washington, D.C. "We basically lost a decade of prosperity and progress in this district," he said. Ganey, a development officer at Carleton College, said one of his priorities is to make education available for every…

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Patrick Ganey to Run for U.S. Congressional Seat

The Northfield City Council member is a development officer at Carleton College.

Patrick Ganey, the second-year Northfield city councilor who this week dropped out of the Minnesta Senate District 20B House race, has declared his intent to seek the DFL's endorsement for Minnesota's 2nd Congressional District. Congressman John Kline (R-Lakeville) has represented the district since 2003. The following is a press release from Ganey: I am announcing that I will seek the DFL endorsement to represent Minnesota’s 2nd Congressional district in the United States House of Representatives. Many of the issues that affect our lives are a result of decisions made in Washington, DC, and strong representation will benefit the citizens in this district. Residents and businesses will benefit from a representative who will listen to local…

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