Champlin Dayton Press

09/21/2024

At its Sept. 10 meeting, the Dayton City Council approved the start of a program that allows residents and groups to adopt city parks and help keep them clean.

09/20/2024

Today, Sept. 20, is the first day residents can cast early votes in this year's General Election.

Those looking to lock in their vote for the General Election might already have Friday, Sept. 20 marked on their calendars — it is the first day Minnesota residents can

09/19/2024

09/19/2024

The Dayton Heritage Day events will be happening Friday, Sept. 20, and Saturday, Sept. 21.

The Dayton Heritage Day events will be happening Friday, Sept. 20, at Elsie Stephens Park and Saturday, Sept. 21.

09/12/2024

09/12/2024

ICYMI: The Dayton City Council received an update on park improvements at its last meeting in August.

The Dayton City Council received an update on park improvements at its last meeting in August.

08/10/2024

The League of Minnesota Cities has recognized 25 state lawmakers, including Rep. Danny Nadeau (R-Rogers) of Dist. 34A, as 2024 Legislators of Distinction.

The League of Minnesota Cities has recognized 25 state lawmakers, including Rep. Danny Nadeau (R-Rogers) of Dist. 34A, as 2024 Legislators of Distinction. Chosen legislators are honored for specific actions

08/09/2024

The 38th Annual New London to New Brighton Antique Car Run will drive through Dayton and Rogers on Saturday, Aug. 10. It will be a procession of vehicles from the early 1900s through 1908, as well as any 1- or 2-cylinder vehicles up through 1915. This procession will also include bikes, motorcycles, steam, and electric cars.

The 38th Annual New London to New Brighton Antique Car Run will drive through Dayton and Rogers on Saturday, Aug. 10.

08/08/2024

The Osseo-Maple Grove American Legion Post 172 hosted 16 teams for the 2024 Minnesota American Legion Baseball State Tournament Welcome Banquet, including both teams that call Post 172 home.

The Osseo-Maple Grove American Legion Post 172 hosted 16 teams for the 2024 Minnesota American Legion Baseball State Tournament Welcome Banquet, including both teams that call Post 172 home. Maple

08/02/2024

The filing period for the Nov. 5 General Election is underway. Between now and Aug. 13, candidates interested in running for Champlin City Council can file.

The filing period for the Nov. 5 General Election is underway. Between now and Aug. 13, candidates interested in running for Maple Grove, Osseo or Champlin city councils or Osseo

08/01/2024

Get to know some of the Dayton City Council candidates on the Primary Election ballot.

https://www.hometownsource.com/press_and_news/free/primary-election-to-narrow-candidates-for-dayton-city-council/article_1a115f04-4f59-11ef-96af-7b370e6545a1.html

07/22/2024

Bunce Performing Arts, a musical theater company based in Maple Grove, is performing “Disney’s The Little Mermaid” this summer. Shows are performed in a outdoor setting in Dayton. Performance dates are July 26-27, and 29-30, and Aug. 1-3.

Back again this summer, Bunce Performing Arts, a musical theater company based in Maple Grove, is performing “Disney’s The Little Mermaid” this summer. Shows are performed in a outdoor setting

07/20/2024

ICMYI: Champlin Mayor Ryan Sabas read a special presentation recognizing Champlin Women of Today at the July 8th Champlin City Council meeting.

Champlin Mayor Ryan Sabas read a special presentation recognizing Champlin Women of Today at the July 8th Champlin City Council meeting.

07/19/2024

People can watch two area actors. Cici Evans, of Champlin, and Leah Rimstad, of Maple Grove, each have roles in the production.

Finding Fabio? Finding Elmo? Finding Miko?

07/18/2024

Damarion Bradley, 22, has been charged with the two felonies after a July 8 incident.

A Champlin man has been charged in Hennepin County court with one count of threats of violence and one count of fleeing a peace officer with a motor vehicle. This

07/08/2024

The Champlin Farmers Market opens July 9th!

It’s almost time to stop by the local farmers market. The Osseo and Champlin farmer’s markets will soon be offering weekly farmers markets this summer and into fall.

07/06/2024

After months of debate surrounding the Anoka-Hennepin School District and its budget, the school board passed the 2024-25 budget on a 4-2 vote during its June 24 meeting.

After months of debate surrounding the Anoka-Hennepin School District and its budget, the school board passed the 2024-2025 budget on a 4-2 vote during its June 24 meeting.

07/05/2024

Police officers can take dogs and cats they find while on duty to the PUPS facility for care. City Administrator Bret Heitkamp explained that animals receive overnight care until the owners are contacted, and more care is provided if necessary. There is a feasibility study underway to look at expansions for the facility.

The Champlin City Council voted to approve the amended Joint Powers Agreement for the Maple Grove PUPS facility during its June 24 meeting.

07/04/2024

Wishing everyone a safe and Happy Fourth of July! 🎆

07/03/2024

A trail connection along Dayton River Road will see a multi-year delay, but save the city of Dayton several hundreds of thousands of dollars.

A trail connection along Dayton River Road will see a multi-year delay, but save Dayton several hundreds of thousands of dollars.

06/22/2024

The Champlin City Council also considered a conditional use permit for the Jesus Ministries International Church.

Champlin City Engineer Heather Nelson gave a presentation in response to concerns about the intersection at Adair Avenue and West River Road at the June 10 Champlin City Council meeting.

06/21/2024

At its June 11 meeting, the Dayton City Council received information on two future signalized intersections along Dayton Parkway.

06/20/2024

Dan Burns, who is also a Navy veteran, recently took first place in the 2023 National Veterans Creative Arts Competition and performed in the 43rd National Veterans Creative Arts Festival in Denver, Colorado in May. His love of music started years ago.

Music has been a part of a Champlin resident’s life for quite some time.

06/14/2024

See which candidates have files for two Dayton City Council seats and the mayoral seat.

The filing period for the 2024 election cycle has completed in the city of Dayton. The candidate filling period for the Dayton City Council concluded on June 4.

06/08/2024

Discussion continued on the topic of whether part-time city employees should be allowed to serve on the city council and commissions at the May 28 Dayton City Council meeting.

Travis Henderson was also sworn in as fire lieutenant during the meeting.

Discussion continued on the topic of whether part-time city employees should be allowed to serve on the city council and commissions at the May 28 Dayton City Council meeting.

06/07/2024

ICYMI: Michelle Holte was sentenced to serve several years in the Minnesota Correctional Facility in Shakopee for first-degree assault of a 6-month-old.

A Champlin resident and former daycare provider was sentenced to 91 months in jail a case that left an infant in a medically-induced coma. In March, Michelle Holte, 59, pleaded

06/06/2024

Find out the schedule of events for the Father Hennepin Festival in Champlin, running tonight through June 9.

Champlin’s Father Hennepin Festival is ready to bring fun for the entire family. This year’s event runs Thursday, June 6 to Sunday, June 9, at Mississippi Crossings, West River Road

05/31/2024

Several graduating Champlin Park seniors shared thoughts on their time in high school.

The Champlin Park High School commencement ceremony is Sunday, June 2, at 1 p.m. at 3M Arena at Mariucci on the U of M campus. 🎓

The Press asked several Champlin Park High School seniors questions about their high school career and post-graduation plans.

05/30/2024

The Anoka-Hennepin School Board heard a proposal for the 2025 budget at its recent meeting.

As it stands, the total revenue expected in Fiscal Year 2025 is $717,264,851 for the district, while expenses are at $742,599,453. The spending not covered by revenues will come from the district’s fund balance. Vargas broke down both of those numbers into specifics.

After controversy and an announcement that a standoff over a potential budget had been resolved, the Anoka-Hennepin School Board heard a proposal for the 2025 budget on May 20. The