Author: Jake Spitzack

  • Dakota County hunting and convicting digital criminals

    Dakota County hunting and convicting digital criminals

    Dakota County hunts digital criminals Criminals leave a digital trail, and Dakota County is on their heels By Joe Atkins | Dakota County Commissioner | August 2025 Think your phone, laptop or smartwatch has nothing to do with crime? Think again. In today’s world, nearly every crime leaves behind a digital trail. From phishing scams Read more

  • New Cro mural celebrates Croatian heritage

    New Cro mural celebrates Croatian heritage

    New mural celebrates Croatian heritage New mural celebrates Croatian heritageBy Jake Spitzack | Staff Writer | August 2025 The journey of thousands of immigrants from Croatia and other Slavic countries to Ellis Island in New York City – and ultimately to the bend of the Mississippi River that is home to South St. Paul – Read more

  • New Asian Mart offers Filipino staples and tropical treats

    New Asian Mart offers Filipino staples and tropical treats

    New Asian Mart offersFilipino staples and tropical treats New Asian Mart offers Filipino staples and tropical treatsBy Jake Spitzack | Staff Writer | August 2025 After a year of construction to raise its building from scratch, Asian Mart, a specialty grocery store and deli, is now open at 1185 Concord Exchange S. The grand opening Read more

  • New DARTS president eyes expansion

    New DARTS president eyes expansion

    A new era begins at DARTS A new era begins at DARTSBy Jake Spitzack | Staff Writer | August 2025 Seasoned organizational leader Mike Lavin is now overseeing DARTS and its programs designed to enrich the lives of seniors across Dakota County. He succeeds Ann Bailey, who retired in early July after serving as president Read more

  • Back to School Guide (2025): how to start off right and finish strong

    Back to School Guide (2025): how to start off right and finish strong

    Back to School Guide (2025) How to start the school year off right and finish strong Back to School Guide (2025): how to start off right and finish strongBy Tim Spitzack | Editor | August 2025 The new school year is just around the corner and now is the time to begin preparing your child Read more

  • St. Paul District councils seek funding boost; increased citizen engagement

    St. Paul District councils seek funding boost; increased citizen engagement

    District councils seek funding boost;increased citizen engagement District councils seek funding boost; increased citizen engagementBy Jake Spitzack | Staff Writer | August 2025 The roads your community will use for decades to come. Parks that the next generation of children in your city will enjoy. Local amenities residents desire to improve their quality of life. Read more

  • Historic James J. Hill library revived as Avalon Event Center

    Historic James J. Hill library revived as Avalon Event Center

    Historic James J. Hill libraryrevived as Avalon Event Center Historic James J. Hill library revived as Avalon Event CenterBy Jake Spitzack | Staff Writer | August 2025 The once formal and sedate spaces of the former James J. Hill reference library on Rice Park will soon be teeming with activity for weddings, corporate events, cultural Read more

  • Sample St. Paul Entertainment Guide August 2025

    Sample St. Paul Entertainment Guide August 2025

    Sample St. PaulEntertainment Guide August 2025 Discover exciting events happening near you at areatheaters, arenas, museums, galleries and other venues! Sample St. Paul Entertainment GuideBy Jake Spitzack | Staff Writer | August 2025 Children’s Museum of MN 10 7th St. W.St. Paul651-225-6000mcm.org “Game On!” is presented through Jan. 4, 2026. Race to the finish on Read more

  • South St. Paul city council votes to move historic Armour Gates

    South St. Paul city council votes to move historic Armour Gates

    South St. Paul city council votesto move historic Armour Gates Council votes to move historic Armour GatesBy Jake Spitzack | Staff Writer | August 2025 After years of contentious debate among councilmembers and residents, the South St. Paul city council recently decided that the city’s two historic Armour Gatehouse structures will be preserved and kept Read more

  • Newly opened Palace Pub caters to eventgoers

    Newly opened Palace Pub caters to eventgoers

    Newly opened Palace Pub caters to eventgoers Newly opened Palace Pub caters to eventgoersBy Jake Spitzack | Staff Writer | August 2025 If you’re looking for a quick meal and to imbibe your favorite beverage before your next concert or show, the newly opened Palace Pub has got you covered. Its menu features classic bar Read more