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A Truth in Taxation Hearing will be held on Thursday, Dec. 4.

Get the facts about your tax

The Dakota County Board of Commissioners will hold a Truth in Taxation hearing on Thursday, Dec. 4 at 7 p.m. in the third-floor board room at the Administration Center, 1590 Highway 55, Hastings. The hearing is open to the public and offers residents an opportunity to ask questions or make comments directly to county commissioners regarding county property taxes.
11/25/2008
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The Community Development Agency will host a foreclosure workshop at the Pleasant Hill Library.

Don't let foreclosure happen to you

If you are a homeowner worried about making your mortgage payment, already facing foreclosure or just interested in learning more, the Community Development Agency is hosting a free foreclosure workshop on Dec. 4.
11/18/2008
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Some birds like the dark-eyed junco migrate to Minnesota for the winter.

While most birds leave Minnesota during winter months for warmer climates in Mexico and South America, some birds like the dark-eyed junco actually migrate to Minnesota for the winter. They spend the summer in the Arctic before flocking to Minnesota for the winter months. You can see them at any of our wild Dakota County Parks.

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