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Dakota County

1999: Voters Decide on Dakota County’s Northern Service Center

March 16, 2023 Kevin D. Hendricks

In 1999, a special election determined if West St. Paul would host the Dakota County Northern Service Center. The issue sparked heated debate that popped up again more than 20 years later.

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1889-1891 West St. Paul City Council

West St. Paul Council Members Throughout History

December 6, 2022 Kevin D. Hendricks

Since 1889, 167 people have served on the West St. Paul City Council. Here’s a look at each council, when they served, and some council factoids.

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West St. Paul mayors throughout history

West St. Paul Mayors Throughout History

March 3, 2022 Kevin D. Hendricks

Since 1889, 30 different people have served as mayor of West St. Paul. Here’s a rundown of all mayors over the years, including years elected and dates of their service.

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Wes St. Paul logo on the water tower

1989: The West St. Paul Star Logo

November 15, 2021 Kevin D. Hendricks

Inver Grove Heights graphic designer John Baskerville won a 1989 contest for his logo featuring the city’s initials in the shape of a star.

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2020 Election Line Up in West St. Paul

June 2, 2020 Kevin D. Hendricks

The filing period to run for public office in West St. Paul closed today and we now know who is running for election in 2020. Here’s the rundown and some nerdy facts for context.

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