Thefts at Apple Valley High School, Eastview High School, and Scott Highlands Middle School: Apple Valley Police Blotter

Keep track of police calls in Apple Valley with Patch's police blotter. The following incidents occurred between March 1 and March 5.

Like us on Facebook | Get our newsletter |Follow us on Twitter | Start a blog Editor's note: Apple Valley-Rosemount Patch regularly posts selections taken from the Apple Valley Police Department incident reports. All addresses in the reports are approximate. March. 1: 3:26 a.m. — Police responded to a disturbing the peace call at Perkins on the 7600th block of 150th St. W. 9:20 a.m. — Police responded to a theft call at Majestic Cove on the 7400th block of 157th St. W. 9:22 a.m. — Police responded to a theft call at Holiday on the 15500th block of Cedar Ave. 10:49 a.m. — Police responded to a dog at large call. 11:45 a.m. — Police responded to a suspicious person call on the 15800th block of Firtree Lane. 11:50 a.m. — Police responded to …

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South Metro News Roundup

Flu Kills 112 Minnesotans; Scouts Ordered to Release More 'Perversion Files'

In other big headlines from around the South Metro region this week, a $10 million mansion goes up for sale in Inver Grove Heights and the Kohl's property in Burnsville is sold.

  You can't be in front of your computer 24 hours a day, so each weekend, Patch reviews the top stories of the past week from around the South Metro region. Here's a look at recent stories, which first appeared on this site or those of our neighbors, that may interest you or affect your life. To read the full stories, click on the headline links:   UPDATED: Flu Deaths in Minnesota Now Total 112 Department of Health says there were an additional 36 deaths last week, but that number of people hospitalized with flu-like symptoms much lower than previous week. Norovirus Bug On the Rise, New Strain Arrives in Minnesota A new, extremely contagious norovirus strain, detected last year in Australia, is making Minnesotans miserable.   UPDATE: Apple…

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Black Friday Store Hours in Apple Valley and the Surrounding Area

Planning on doing some post-Thanksgiving shopping? Use our guide to find out which stores will open early for Black Friday, and when.

Your stomach has recovered from your Thanksgiving Day feasting and you're ready to shop. Plan your Black Friday shopping schedule with our guide to store hours for some major retailers in the area. (And whether you're heading out or staying in to shop, make sure you check out our Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping tips.) Barnes & Noble: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. 14880 Florence Trl. Bed Bath & Beyond: 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. 14910 Florence Trl. Best Buy: Midnight to 10 p.m. 15300 Cedar Ave. Burlington Coat Factory: 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. 7575 153rd St. W. Home Depot: 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. 15101 Flagstaff Ave. Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Store: 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. 7614 150th St. W. Kohl's: Midnight to midnight 14926 Florence Trl. Menards: 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. 14960 …

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5 Things to Know in Apple Valley This Week

The city council and planning commissions have meetings scheduled on consecutive days this week.

Editor's note: Look for this "5 Things" feature each Monday to fill you in on a few items to know about in Apple Valley for the week. 1. Apple Valley High School will host a brat, burger and hot dog fundraiser on Friday before the Eagles football team takes on Prior Lake. The food will be available from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday in the high school parking lot in front of the stadium. Stay to watch the football game and the marching band's half-time show. 2. The Eastview Community Foundation is in need of donations for its Art Madness silent auction fundraiser, scheduled for Nov. 5. The group is looking for photography, paintings, mixed media, jewelry, sculpture and more to be auctioned. Proceeds help individual students in the Eastview community…

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Frugal Family: Your Weekly Guide to Deals in Apple Valley

Patch has searched to help you find deals that are too good to pass up on fun activities, eats and more.

This week, get deals on Japanese good, family vacations and ice cream. 1. Not one or two specials, but FIVE at Osaka, Apple Valley Deal: If you've been waiting for a great deal to check out Osaka Seafood Steakhouse, then now is the time. Click this link to pull up their great deals, including half-off sushi, happy hour discounts and a gift card special. Good through: March 19 2. Still hungry? Check out Spoon, Apple Valley Deal: Click here for coupons to take 15 percent off your order (not including Dim Sum) or get a free order of egg rolls with a purchase of $20 or more. Good through: March 7 3. Discount on Disney vacations from Travel Leaders, Apple Valley Deal: Take a four day/four night vacation at a select Disney value resort in a …

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