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Good morning to you Lakeville! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What Lakeville school board candidates say they'll tackle first if elected
  • What investigators say happened before gunfire inside a Lakeville home
  • Lakeville-raised educator remembered after decades of teaching in southern Minnesota

Also on today's calendar: Anastasia the Musical and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the hospital? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Partly sunny and warm, with a high of 73 and low of 58 degrees.
  • Saturday: Sunny, breezy and warmer, temps: high: 88, low: 65. 🌶 Hot!
  • Sunday: Sunny and remaining very warm, with a high of 85 and low of 57 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• 2026 Election: Lakeville school board races (twincities.com) — Lakeville voters will choose four school board members this November from eight candidates, including incumbents and newcomers focused on student success, mental health, growth, safety, and fiscal stewardship across ISD 194. Several candidates outline priorities like managing rapid enrollment growth, supporting educators, strengthening special education, and keeping schools welcoming and safe from Lakeville to neighboring communities. Links are provided to learn what's on your ballot and how to vote.
   

• Lakeville Woman Charged With Felony After Alleged Gunfire During Domestic Dispute (limitless-news.com) — A Lakeville woman has been charged with felony reckless discharge of a firearm more than a year after alleged gunfire during a domestic dispute inside a local residence. Investigators say surveillance video, neighbor accounts, and recovered firearms with matching DNA support the charge, though no one was reported shot. She has been summoned to court and remains presumed innocent while facing potential prison time and strict release conditions.
   

• Elizabeth "Betsy" A. Thomas (dundasmn.com) — A longtime educator who grew up in Lakeville and attended All Saints Elementary and Lakeville Junior High has died unexpectedly at age 79. Services will be held next week in Faribault, with visitation the evening before. Her family is directing memorials to local Catholic school scholarship and endowment funds that reflect her decades of teaching and faith-centered service.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Can anyone recommend a house cleaner for bi-monthly cleaning in Lakeville?
    I don't want to use a large company - I would rather it be a small family business or similar . Thanks in advance! (Nextdoor Walnut Ridge)
  • What is a fair price for house cleaning?
    Looking for someone to clean 2 bathrooms, kitchen sink, backsplash, range/oven, range hood, baseboards in the kitchen and dining room area and… (Nextdoor Jaguar Path)
  • Aerotek posted a job opening for Welder in Lakeville. Apply here.
  • Lakeville Area Public Schools posted a job opening for Teaching and Learning Administrative Assistant in Lakeville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Lakeville here.

🗞 Nearby News

Farmington

  • Winners chosen for Minnesota's pheasant and wild turkey 2027 stamps (outdoornews.com)
  • Outgoing Farmington mayor speaks about upcoming election (hometownsource.com)
  • Northfield girls cross country captures fourth place finish at STMA Invitational (hometownsource.com)

Apple Valley

  • 71-Year-Old Bicyclist Seriously Injured After Being Struck by SUV at Apple Valley Intersection; Driver Cited (limitless-news.com)
  • Apple Valley Street Racing Crash Leaves Two Injured, Tesla Engulfed in Flames (limitless-news.com)

Ok Lakeville! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why did the cookie go to the hospital?" — Because he felt crummy. (Thank you Sanda J. for sending it in!)
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