Author: Jake Spitzack
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DARTS turns 50
Jake SpitzackStaff Writer In commemoration of its 50th anniversary, DARTS recently unveiled its new logo and slogan: “creating connections that enrich aging.” What hasn’t changed is the nonprofit’s unwavering commitment to helping older adults lead safer and more fulfilling lives. DARTS will celebrate its milestone anniversary this summer with an open house at its headquarters at… Read more
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Cinco de Mayo fiesta returns May 4 with signature parade
Cinco de Mayo fiesta returns May 4 with signature parade (May 2024)Jake SpitzackStaff Writer West Side pride and the rich heritage of Mexican culture will be on full display during this year’s Cinco de Mayo fiesta on the West Side, held 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday, May 4, on Cesar Chavez Street between Robert and Ada.… Read more
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El festival de arte de St. Paul vuelve en abril
Por Leonor Villasuso Rustad0 La organización Saint Paul Art Collective ha anunciado que su ya tradicional festival se llevará a cabo los fines de semana de abril del 12 al 14, 19 al 21 y 26 al 28 en más de cuarenta galerías, espacios de grupos y estudios particulares a lo largo y ancho de… Read more
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The G.M. Good Ferry: a low-cost alternative for river crossings
The G.M. Good Ferry: a low-cost alternative for river crossings (April 2024)Tim SpitzackEditor Anyone who must cross the Wakota Bridge at rush hour knows they need to build in some extra time for the journey. Despite its 10 lanes, traffic can back up for miles, particularly for those traveling eastbound on a Friday afternoon. Crossing… Read more
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City mourns the loss of its longest living resident
Tim SpitzackEditor When Virginia Milbert was born on June 26, 1917, in Maple Plain, Minn, (nee Virginia June Beer) the United States was embroiled in World War I, the Model T was the hottest automobile on the road and electricity was just then slowly making its way into homes across the country. She came of… Read more
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City of South St. Paul offers glimpse into projects happening in 2024
City of South St. Paul offers glimpse into projects happening in 2024 (April 2024)Jake SpitzackStaff Writer An ambitious mixed-use development in the Hardman Triangle area, the establishment of a new housing reinvestment fund and upgrades at Fleming Field were among the topics addressed during the annual state of the city address, held in early March.… Read more
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Synchronized skating showdown comes to Doug Woog Arena
Synchronized skating showdowncomes to Doug Woog Arena (April 2024)Jake SpitzackStaff Writer More than 300 competitors will take to the ice at Doug Woog Arena for the National Synchronized Skating Championships, held 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Saturday, April 6. Teams are coming from Texas, Missouri, Wisconsin and across Minnesota to compete and South St. Paul-based ice-skating school… Read more
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City approves $45.1M for streets, parks and rec centers
City approves $45.1M for streets, parks and rec centers (April 2024)Crumbling city streets, and aging recreation centers and parks will get much-needed attention thanks to $45.1 million in funding approved by the St. Paul City Council on February 28. The money comes from the new 1% sales tax that was approved by voters last fall,… Read more
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Skyway work scheduled to begin soon
Skyway work scheduled to begin soon (April 2024)Tim SpitzackEditor After years of discussions, complaints and ongoing advocacy regarding St. Paul’s skyway system, progress is finally inching forward to improve safety, security and aesthetics in at least one area of the elevated walkway that connects 40 square blocks of downtown buildings. At the February 23 CapitolRiver… Read more
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Community center survey results now under review
Community center survey results now under review (April 2024)Jake SpitzackStaff Writer The West St. Paul City Council is now reviewing the results of a recent public survey regarding the possible joint construction of a community center for the cities of West St. Paul and Mendota Heights. Nearly 900 responded to the survey and the top… Read more