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Around Lake Owasso, neighbors love to talk about the gangsters and illicit activities that occurred on the south shore in the early 20th century. But what really happened? What can we know for sure?
We decided to find out:
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We decided to find out:
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"Dens of Infamy" on the storied shores of Lake Owasso
Uncovering the true history behind the campfire stories of South Owasso Blvd
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November 26, 2025 at 7:37 PM
Around Lake Owasso, neighbors love to talk about the gangsters and illicit activities that occurred on the south shore in the early 20th century. But what really happened? What can we know for sure?
We decided to find out:
www.rosevillereader.com/dens-of-infa...
#RosevilleMN
We decided to find out:
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#RosevilleMN
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How much snow did Minnesota get? Here's what was recorded by the National Weather Service.
How much snow did Minnesota get? Here are snowfall totals tracked by weather watchers
North-central Minnesota and northern Wisconsin saw the heaviest snowfall totals during Tuesday and Wednesday’s winter storm. Here’s how much snow was recorded in your area.
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November 26, 2025 at 6:50 PM
How much snow did Minnesota get? Here's what was recorded by the National Weather Service.
Looks like this rain is going to turn into snow overnight! If Roseville gets more than 2" of snow, parking is not allowed on city streets until the street is plowed curb to curb.
More info from the city: www.cityofroseville.com/640/Snow-Ice...
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More info from the city: www.cityofroseville.com/640/Snow-Ice...
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Snow & Ice Removal | Roseville, MN - Official Website
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November 25, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Looks like this rain is going to turn into snow overnight! If Roseville gets more than 2" of snow, parking is not allowed on city streets until the street is plowed curb to curb.
More info from the city: www.cityofroseville.com/640/Snow-Ice...
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More info from the city: www.cityofroseville.com/640/Snow-Ice...
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Today’s sunrise in Roseville MN
November 23, 2025 at 11:01 PM
Today’s sunrise in Roseville MN
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Legend has it, Al Capone, the Barker/Karpis gang, and wealthy businessmen looking for a discreet location to drink illegal booze and meet up with women stayed in lodgings on the south side of Lake Owasso, in what is now Roseville.
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Bootleggers, prostitutes, and gangsters in Rose Town
Tales of speakeasies on Roseville’s Lake Owasso shores
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November 13, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Legend has it, Al Capone, the Barker/Karpis gang, and wealthy businessmen looking for a discreet location to drink illegal booze and meet up with women stayed in lodgings on the south side of Lake Owasso, in what is now Roseville.
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I thought there would be too much light pollution by me, but I WAS WRONG!
(Roseville, MN)
(Roseville, MN)
November 12, 2025 at 4:06 AM
I thought there would be too much light pollution by me, but I WAS WRONG!
(Roseville, MN)
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Absolutely surreal aurora display seen from Roseville, MN. Turns out the universe is still awesome and full of wonder.
November 12, 2025 at 4:58 AM
Absolutely surreal aurora display seen from Roseville, MN. Turns out the universe is still awesome and full of wonder.
Legend has it, Al Capone, the Barker/Karpis gang, and wealthy businessmen looking for a discreet location to drink illegal booze and meet up with women stayed in lodgings on the south side of Lake Owasso, in what is now Roseville.
#RosevilleMN
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Bootleggers, prostitutes, and gangsters in Rose Town
Tales of speakeasies on Roseville’s Lake Owasso shores
www.rosevillereader.com
November 13, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Legend has it, Al Capone, the Barker/Karpis gang, and wealthy businessmen looking for a discreet location to drink illegal booze and meet up with women stayed in lodgings on the south side of Lake Owasso, in what is now Roseville.
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Amazing aurora last night in Roseville, MN! The vibrant reds and greens led many people outside to gaze at the sky in wonder.
If you missed them, you'll get another chance tonight!
Photos by Jarrod Cicha captured just north of Reservoir Woods.
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If you missed them, you'll get another chance tonight!
Photos by Jarrod Cicha captured just north of Reservoir Woods.
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November 12, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Amazing aurora last night in Roseville, MN! The vibrant reds and greens led many people outside to gaze at the sky in wonder.
If you missed them, you'll get another chance tonight!
Photos by Jarrod Cicha captured just north of Reservoir Woods.
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If you missed them, you'll get another chance tonight!
Photos by Jarrod Cicha captured just north of Reservoir Woods.
#RosevilleMN
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The Roseville Reader is journalism by 100% real people living in Roseville, MN. You can trust our coverage because we're here to report on it firsthand.
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The Roseville Reader is journalism by 100% real people living in Roseville, MN. You can trust our coverage because we're here to report on it firsthand.
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November 10, 2025 at 4:48 PM
If you want trustworthy info about your community created by natural intelligence (not AI!), read real local news!
The Roseville Reader is journalism by 100% real people living in Roseville, MN. You can trust our coverage because we're here to report on it firsthand.
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The Roseville Reader is journalism by 100% real people living in Roseville, MN. You can trust our coverage because we're here to report on it firsthand.
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Time lapse bike ride thru Reservoir Woods, Roseville, MN. Not the last perfect day, but one of the few remaining
November 4, 2025 at 12:04 AM
Time lapse bike ride thru Reservoir Woods, Roseville, MN. Not the last perfect day, but one of the few remaining
The election results are in!
Roseville Area School District has passed the capital projects levy for technology and elected the following people to the school board:
Mannix Clark
Michelle Morse-Wendt
Geida Cleveland
#RosevilleMN #RosevilleAreaSchools
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Roseville Area School District has passed the capital projects levy for technology and elected the following people to the school board:
Mannix Clark
Michelle Morse-Wendt
Geida Cleveland
#RosevilleMN #RosevilleAreaSchools
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Roseville Area Schools Election 2025 Results
The election results are in for the school board and capital projects levy
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November 5, 2025 at 1:30 PM
The election results are in!
Roseville Area School District has passed the capital projects levy for technology and elected the following people to the school board:
Mannix Clark
Michelle Morse-Wendt
Geida Cleveland
#RosevilleMN #RosevilleAreaSchools
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Roseville Area School District has passed the capital projects levy for technology and elected the following people to the school board:
Mannix Clark
Michelle Morse-Wendt
Geida Cleveland
#RosevilleMN #RosevilleAreaSchools
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Today is election day! Polls are open until 8:00 p.m.
For those in the Roseville Area School District, you're voting on school board and a capital projects levy for technology. Here's everything you need to know so you feel ready to vote:
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For those in the Roseville Area School District, you're voting on school board and a capital projects levy for technology. Here's everything you need to know so you feel ready to vote:
#RosevilleMN
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Roseville Area School District Voting Guide 2025
Everything you need to know about voting in the Roseville Area School District election
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November 4, 2025 at 1:37 PM
Today is election day! Polls are open until 8:00 p.m.
For those in the Roseville Area School District, you're voting on school board and a capital projects levy for technology. Here's everything you need to know so you feel ready to vote:
#RosevilleMN
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For those in the Roseville Area School District, you're voting on school board and a capital projects levy for technology. Here's everything you need to know so you feel ready to vote:
#RosevilleMN
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What's happening in Roseville in November? Here's a list of events, opportunities, and other happenings around town this month.
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November Events In and Around Roseville
What's happening in Roseville, MN in November?
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November 1, 2025 at 9:41 PM
What's happening in Roseville in November? Here's a list of events, opportunities, and other happenings around town this month.
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SNAP funding shuts off tomorrow, Nov. 1. How does this impact the local community? Where can you turn for food support or to donate and volunteer? The Roseville Reader found out for you:
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How the looming loss of SNAP funding impacts Roseville
Meeting food support needs in the community
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October 31, 2025 at 2:34 PM
SNAP funding shuts off tomorrow, Nov. 1. How does this impact the local community? Where can you turn for food support or to donate and volunteer? The Roseville Reader found out for you:
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#31daysofgraves “Unique Animal” I’m always charmed that the local pet cemetery has not just markers for cats and dogs, but also birds, hedgehogs, guinea pigs, rabbits and squirrels. And one cat with her stomach exposed, waiting to attack when you pet her. Memorial Pet Cemetery, Roseville, MN
October 24, 2025 at 2:14 PM
#31daysofgraves “Unique Animal” I’m always charmed that the local pet cemetery has not just markers for cats and dogs, but also birds, hedgehogs, guinea pigs, rabbits and squirrels. And one cat with her stomach exposed, waiting to attack when you pet her. Memorial Pet Cemetery, Roseville, MN
The Roseville city council is meeting tonight with some major topics on the agenda, including updates on the city budget and Aldine St. ROW debate. Here's what will be discussed tonight at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall:
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Roseville City Council Meeting Preview
What to expect at the Oct. 27 Roseville, MN city council meeting
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October 27, 2025 at 9:03 PM
The Roseville city council is meeting tonight with some major topics on the agenda, including updates on the city budget and Aldine St. ROW debate. Here's what will be discussed tonight at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall:
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Jonathan Weinhagen has resigned from the School Board of Mounds View Public Schools effective immediately.
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Ex-Minneapolis chamber president resigns from Mounds View school board amid embezzlement charges
Federal authorities are investigating Jonathan Weinhagen for allegedly embezzling more than $200,000
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October 24, 2025 at 8:57 PM
Jonathan Weinhagen has resigned from the School Board of Mounds View Public Schools effective immediately.
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A federal grand jury has indicted former Minneapolis Regional Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Jonathan Weinhagen on charges of stealing $200,000 from the organization, including $30,000 that the Chamber put up as reward money following the shooting of three children in 2021.
Feds: Ex-Minneapolis Chamber CEO stole Crimestoppers reward cash amid embezzlement scheme
A federal grand jury has indicted former Minneapolis Regional Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Jonathan Weinhagen on charges of stealing $200,000 from the organization, including $30,000 that the...
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October 23, 2025 at 10:41 PM
A federal grand jury has indicted former Minneapolis Regional Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Jonathan Weinhagen on charges of stealing $200,000 from the organization, including $30,000 that the Chamber put up as reward money following the shooting of three children in 2021.
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Pls share with vets you know: Veterans Forum with Attorney General Keith Ellison
Date: Oct 30 • 6:30pm in Roseville MN
Date: Oct 30 • 6:30pm in Roseville MN
Veterans Forum with Attorney General Keith Ellison
Learn about AG Ellison's efforts to protect Minnesota veterans and share your stories and concerns
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October 21, 2025 at 5:22 PM
Pls share with vets you know: Veterans Forum with Attorney General Keith Ellison
Date: Oct 30 • 6:30pm in Roseville MN
Date: Oct 30 • 6:30pm in Roseville MN
If you're feeling overwhelmed with the world and wondering how to make a difference, start local. Learn what's happening in city government and school board. Get to know your neighbors. Find out about community groups.
Feel empowered to get involved by reading local news.
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Feel empowered to get involved by reading local news.
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Independent, local news for Roseville, MN reporting on city council, school board, and community life.
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October 19, 2025 at 5:21 PM
If you're feeling overwhelmed with the world and wondering how to make a difference, start local. Learn what's happening in city government and school board. Get to know your neighbors. Find out about community groups.
Feel empowered to get involved by reading local news.
www.rosevillereader.com
Feel empowered to get involved by reading local news.
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On Tuesday, Oct. 14, a new mural painted on the north side of Showtime Studio & Coffee was officially dedicated. A rainy evening did not stop the enthusiastic gathering of community members to celebrate the mural and how it was made possible.
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Community shines bright in new Roseville mural
A collaboration between Arts Roseville, the Roseville Area Community Foundation, and Showtime Studio & Coffee
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October 16, 2025 at 4:53 PM
On Tuesday, Oct. 14, a new mural painted on the north side of Showtime Studio & Coffee was officially dedicated. A rainy evening did not stop the enthusiastic gathering of community members to celebrate the mural and how it was made possible.
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In a historic move, the Minnesota State Patrol has purchased property to centralize its operations--and it will be located in Roseville.
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MN State Patrol headquarters coming to Roseville
A central location for the state's highway law enforcement agency
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October 13, 2025 at 9:27 PM
In a historic move, the Minnesota State Patrol has purchased property to centralize its operations--and it will be located in Roseville.
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#RosevilleMN #MNStatePatrol
In a historic move, the Minnesota State Patrol has purchased property to centralize its operations--and it will be located in Roseville.
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#RosevilleMN #MNStatePatrol
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#RosevilleMN #MNStatePatrol
MN State Patrol headquarters coming to Roseville
A central location for the state's highway law enforcement agency
www.rosevillereader.com
October 13, 2025 at 9:27 PM
In a historic move, the Minnesota State Patrol has purchased property to centralize its operations--and it will be located in Roseville.
www.rosevillereader.com/mn-state-pat...
#RosevilleMN #MNStatePatrol
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Please share this amazing Good News!
In times of political, economic, & social division, never forget that each of us can make a positive difference.
See the incredible community work initiated by a few volunteers. This could be replicated elsewhere.
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In times of political, economic, & social division, never forget that each of us can make a positive difference.
See the incredible community work initiated by a few volunteers. This could be replicated elsewhere.
www.rosevillereader.com/do-good-rose...
Do Good Roseville celebrates ten years
Making good things happen one idea at a time
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October 10, 2025 at 5:25 PM
Please share this amazing Good News!
In times of political, economic, & social division, never forget that each of us can make a positive difference.
See the incredible community work initiated by a few volunteers. This could be replicated elsewhere.
www.rosevillereader.com/do-good-rose...
In times of political, economic, & social division, never forget that each of us can make a positive difference.
See the incredible community work initiated by a few volunteers. This could be replicated elsewhere.
www.rosevillereader.com/do-good-rose...