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Medicaid payments for alcohol and drug abuse treatment in Hastings reach $766,102 in 2024

ByK. M. MuellerApr 12, 2026

Hastings Medicaid providers requested $766,102 in payments for Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment in 2024, representing an 11.8% rise from the prior year.


Angie Craig U.S. House of Representatives from Minnesota's 2nd district

Angie Craig addresses ICE detention case and inflation concerns on social media

U.S. Representative Angie Craig posted updates between April 10-12, 2026 addressing an ICE detainee’s medical needs, inflation linked to conflict abroad, and her meeting with Major General Shawn Manke regarding support for Minnesota’s National…
Zygi Wilf, owner; Chairman

Vikings mourn the loss of Ring of Honor member Joey Browner

Joey Browner, longtime Minnesota Vikings safety and Ring of Honor member, has died at age 65 according to team officials. Teammates remember his talent both on and off the field as tributes highlight his impact across generations.
Jennifer Dugan, Director of Academic Standards, Instruction and Assessment of the Minnesota Department of Education

How many Hispanic students were enrolled in Dakota County public schools in 2024-25?

In Dakota County public schools, 15.5% of students identified as Hispanic in the 2024-25 school year.

Dakota County sees lowest price for E85 gas at $2.42 in week ending Apr. 4

ByD. N. MartinezApr 11, 2026

The lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout Dakota County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 4, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.


Luke Reisig and Jorey Fry

Which ex-high school standouts from Dakota County area will play on Sunday, April 12?

These former Dakota County area high school standouts will be competing on Sunday, April 12.
Drew Roach, Minnesota State Representative from the 58B District

Rep. Drew Roach discusses legislative votes on sports, taxes, and transparency

Rep. Drew Roach reported several legislative proposals failed due to tied votes in the Minnesota House. Topics included girls’ sports participation rules, vehicle tab fee relief, property tax refunds, government transparency bills, and business tax deductions.
Amy Koethe Director of Property Taxation & Records at Dakota County

What happened to the median home valuation price in Dakota County during second half of 2025?

The median sale price of a home sold in the second half of 2025 in Dakota County , while total sales decreased by 5.3%.