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Afton, Minnesota is located in Washington County. Zip codes in Afton, MN include 55001. More Afton information.

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Thursday Nov 5 | WCCO-TV

Never Far From Memories Of Fallen Comrades In Iraq

For the past four days, WCCO-TV anchor Don Shelby and photographer Tom Aviles have been reporting from Iraq, where the Minnesota National Guard's 34th Red Bull Infantry Division commands all forces in half of the country.

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Wed Oct 07, 2009

The Minneapolis-St. Paul Pioneer Press

Judge tells city of Afton to pay developer $60K in dispute over condo project

Afton has been ordered to pay $60,000 to a local businessman because city staff failed to produce documents "in a timely manner" for his suit against the city.

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Wed Sep 30, 2009

TwinCities.com

Thefts prompt a warning: Take your stuff, lock your car

A rash of thefts from cars has Washington County authorities urging residents to take precautions.

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Sun Sep 27, 2009

TwinCities.com

Washington County / Want to see Pluto? Drive to Afton

How powerful is the telescope that will be housed in Belwin Conservancy's new observatory? You'll be able to see Pluto.

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Wed Sep 16, 2009

MinnPost.com

Ecology-minded kids are working to gather 1 million (noncontroversial) acorns

Kathy Hubbard and her daughter, Grace, took part in last year's Million Acorn Challenge.

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Tue Aug 25, 2009

Advocate

Minnesota Home Hit With Antigay Graffiti

Minnesota homeowner Ross Sveback says he is still shaken after his home was vandalized with antigay graffiti earlier this month.

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Wed Aug 12, 2009

TwinCities.com

Killing of feral cats raises protest

To the Afton animal control officer, it was routine. Get complaint about feral cats.

117 comments

Sun Aug 09, 2009

TwinCities.com

Killing of feral cats raises protest

To the Afton animal control officer, it was routine. Get complaint about feral cats.

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Wed Aug 05, 2009

The Minneapolis-St. Paul Pioneer Press

Finalists named for top job in Bayport

Six finalists have been named for the city administrator job in Bayport. Eighty-five people applied for the position, which is currently held by Mike McGuire.

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Sat Jul 25, 2009

TwinCities.com

Sibling success in the suburbs

As one of the most severe job droughts in memory shrivels the economy this summer, Tyler Coutu is gainfully and gratefully employed.

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Mon Jul 20, 2009

Free Press

Petersen a " Kerich

An Aug. 8 wedding is planned. Petersen - Kerich The Free Press Sarah Petersen daughter of Nel Petersen-Frenette and Tim Frenette of Afton and Jeff and Cheryl Petersen of Stillwater.

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Wed Jul 08, 2009

Star Tribune

Mississippi Market expands

Every new beginning comes from some other beginning's end, right? That's what's happening with Mississippi Market , which next Thursday opens a store in St.

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Sat Jul 04, 2009

TwinCities.com

Iraq war veteran and Twin Cities native runs to raise money for wounded vets

Matt Cavanaugh, center, is running in a series of races this year to raise money to help wounded veterans.

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Mon Jun 22, 2009

TwinCities.com

Gang strike force deserves credit for its good work

Having dealt with drug seizures, forfeitures, grants and budgets, I know this is something not learned in the police academy .

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Wed Jun 17, 2009

TwinCities.com

Afton / Parade plans set for July 4th fest

Afton officials on Wednesday announced the band lineup for their Fourth of July celebration.

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Fri Jun 12, 2009

TwinCities.com

Lawsuit pending, but Afton to consider controversial downtown project

It's been more than two years since an Afton businessman sued the city, claiming a six-month moratorium on downtown development was illegal.

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Thu Jun 11, 2009

TwinCities.com

Afton / Bison to roam on Belwin land

The bison are coming back to Belwin. Belwin Conservancy will release a herd of bison at its nature preserve Saturday.

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Fri Jun 05, 2009

Woodbury Bulletin

County board OKs draft comp plan

Envision a Washington County with 132,000 more residents, nearly 60,00 additional households and more than 60,000 additional jobs.

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Wed Jun 03, 2009

Woodbury Bulletin

Our View: Woodbury Bulletin to launch redesigned website

Visitors to the Woodbury Bulletin's website will soon see some major changes at our online address.

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Thu May 28, 2009

Woodbury Bulletin

County board approves draft 2030 comp plan

Envision a Washington County with 132,000 more residents, nearly 60,00 additional households and more than 60,000 additional jobs.

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