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It’s Friday, Lakeville! Let’s finish this week strong.
In today’s can’t-miss-weekend-plans edition: 370-home development, a new upscale cannabis dispensary, and a house with a hidden bookcase door + a stacked lineup of events this weekend.
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📰 In the news
Big housing project takes shape: Lennar plans about 370 homes on 158 acres near downtown Farmington, after annexation cleared the way for plats and permits, linking to Vermillion Commons, with construction pending required agreements — see what’s planned and pending.
Leadership beyond the classroom: Burnsville High School senior Feven Tesfaye was awarded a National Honor Society Scholarship and named a national finalist, eligible for bigger awards. She has served with Minnesota’s Secretary of State — get all the details.
New upscale dispensary plans: Just down the road, the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community will open Flame & Flora in Prior Lake this spring, offering tested cannabis products and hiring, with tribal and local sourcing — get all the details.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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💎 Local business spotlight
Frame it this week: Whether it’s your kid’s masterpiece, a travel print you finally love, or that jersey you keep meaning to hang, Print & Frame offers on-site custom framing, high-res scanning, and photo restoration, plus thousands of prints to spark ideas. Freshen up a room fast… without overthinking it.
Make your deck happen: Decked Out Construction designs and builds custom decks, porches, and pergolas with low-maintenance materials built for Minnesota weather. Expect a clear, start-to-finish process that stays simple and responsive, so you get more backyard time, less project babysitting, and results that last.
Seafood night, sorted: Whether you’re in the mood for briny oysters, a warm buttered lobster roll, or a shareable East Coast crab boil, Farmer and the Fishmonger brings coastal flavor to Apple Valley. Expect grilled shrimp and scallops, with the shucking handled by the pros, and the vibe easygoing.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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Six figures you can’t spend: Most homeowners over 50 have spent years dutifully paying their mortgage, assuming the only time it’ll pay off is when they sell. I thought the same thing until I discovered you can tap into the equity you’ve earned whenever you want (without leaving your home). Overdue for a new roof? Want to build your dream bathroom? There are two ways to turn equity into usable cash →
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📆 Around town this weekend
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🍎 Tree Ripe Fruit Co. @ Fleet Farm Lakeville | Friday (3/13) at 9:00 AM – If you’ve been waiting for a sign to stop buying sad grocery oranges, the Tree Ripe Fruit Co. truck is rolling into Fleet Farm Lakeville with California craft citrus, Florida strawberries, and peak-season smugness. Swing through, pick your favorites, and pretend it’s summer.
⛸ Legacy On Ice 2026 @ Lakeville Hasse Arena | Friday (3/13) at 7:00 PM – Nothing beats watching our hometown skaters whirl through Wonderland on fresh ice, professionally choreographed and delightfully unhinged by the Heritage Figure Skating Club. Expect white rabbits, mad tea, and actual goosebumps, so bring a sweater. Tickets are $12, kids five and under are free.
🚲 Bike Safety and Food Event @ Indian Motorcycle of Lakeville | Saturday (3/14) at 10:30 AM – Whether you lead the pack or sweep, this Motorcycle Safety Meeting tunes you up for 2026 with group hand signals, lane splitting and filtering that passes muster in MN and WI, and a meal after. Fewer war stories, more skills, and yes, you look cool.
🥚 Spring Egg Hunt @ New Horizon Academy (Burnsville 35E) | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Bring the kids, grandkids, and your candy-barter skills to the annual Spring Egg Hunt, a free community scramble with snacks, plenty of eggs, and a visit from the Easter Bunny. Infants and toddlers have a separate area, so no elbows.
🍝 Pasta Making @ Falcon Ridge Middle (Apple Valley) | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Teach your mini sous chef, ages 5 to 15, the art of turning flour, eggs, and chaos into fresh noodles, then smother them in creamy Alfredo. Hands on, delightfully messy, and you leave with dinner. $20 supply fee per pair, bring to go containers.
💐 Floral Design Workshop: Hints of Spring Arrangement @ Lakeville Heritage Center | Sunday (3/15) at 12:00 PM – Trade your grocery-store bouquet for the real deal at this hands-on spring arrangement workshop with Cedar Rae Floral. Learn pro tricks, play with fresh blooms, and take home something that lasts. BYO shears and apron, $85, register via Lakeville Parks and Rec, search “floral”.
☕ Artu Duo Coffee Concert @ Lakeville Area Arts Center | Sunday (3/15) at 2:00 PM – Trade your usual coffee chatter for a Coffee Concert with Artu Duo, Ruth Marshall on cello, Garret Ross on piano. The program spotlights women composers, centered on Rebecca Clarke’s Rhapsody, so your caffeine gets company from some seriously rich, beautifully brewed music.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Lakeville report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 38°F – Low: 25°F – Precip: 4%
Partly sunny. High near 38, with temperatures falling to around 34 in the afternoon. Northwest wind 15 to 30 mph, with gusts as high as 55 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 25. North wind 0 to 15 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 39°F – Low: 27°F – Precip: 30%
A chance of snow after 7am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 39. Southeast wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Later: Snow before 5am, then snow and patchy blowing snow. Cloudy, with a low around 27. East wind 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New snow accumulation of 8 to 12 inches possible.
This house is wild
This Tradition-built 5-bed, 4-bath in Lakeville’s Spirit of Brandtjen Farm offers pools, clubhouse, fitness, and award-winning District 196. Open living showcases a granite island kitchen, walk-in pantry, and fireplace with custom built-ins. A primary suite with fireplace, a wet bar and hidden bookcase door, $100K landscaping with pergola, a double-deep garage, and a 2023 roof complete it.
Take a peek inside →
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