A few parking citations given out by police at the Mini-Met ballpark during the Jordan Art Festival have been dismissed.

The ballpark parking lot near the intersection of Rice and Water streets filled up during the Jordan Valley Bike Tour, which was attended by about 300 bicyclists. Overflow parking trickled into the street leading behind the outfield fence and into the parking lot.

Barry Hager, a representative from CenterPoint Energy, presented a check for up to $2,500 to the Jordan Police Department tonight.

The business is paying for half of a radio unit for the city's emergency management mobile command center, which was obtained through a separate grant last year. The 800-megahertz radio system, expected to cost $4,873.75, will eventually broaden Jordan's connection to other law enforcement agencies. 

Boy, oh boy. The Twins are hot.

So I hate to be the downer during a nice, little season that we're having, but I'm going to do it. This has to be said. I apologize in advance.

A press release written by Dane Smith, president of Growth & Justice:

There’s much ado these days about our crumbling public infrastructure, focused understandably on bridges, highways and even the falling slabs on the façade of the Minnesota Department of Transportation Building in St. Paul.

But neglect of public structures also is hitting home, literally.

Jordan is busy with many events during the summertime, and they all have their upsides.

For me, born and raised a city kid, one of the best events is the Scott County Fair.

I have to say that one of the best parts of my day is watching people and traffic through the front windows of our office. In fact, one of my favorite all-too regular occurrences is watching folks park along the opposite side of the street, right next to the “No Parking Any Time” sign. It makes me laugh every time.

We want to thank Bradon for the great article! Our family is so grateful that this may help other parents to realize the importance of teaching their kids what to do in an emergency. Our angels/heros are doing well! Gabbie and Sophie don't yet understand why they are getting so much praise and attention, but are enjoying it! Thanks again! The Hentges family

I'm dreaming of dental bliss that I once had.

As a child, my teeth were perfect-o. Never a cavity. No toothaches. No worries about what I should or shouldn't eat or drink. My teeth grew so strong that when a batter line drove a softball into my face while I was on the pitcher's mound, I needed stitches in my lip but nothing happened to my teeth. I must have been great with the toothbrush, because I never had to floss and I always got a good review from the dentist.

A very generous person donated a Thermo camera to our group. We are very grateful for this person’s generosity. This camera will be a great asset to our group in upcoming cases.

Last night we were on a case in Hutchinson, We had our thermo camera with us. We are still going over all the photos and recordings we but I wanted to tell you about the thermo camera and what we saw.

At our Independence Day celebrations, it behoofs the American public to pay attention to flag etiquette.

"The flag is one of this country's most enduring symbols of liberty and justice for all and must be handled respectfully," said Secretary of State Mark Ritchie in a press release this week. "When celebrating our independence on July 4, we have a great opportunity to teach our younger generations about flag etiquette. This brochure is an important resource that assists in the area of civic education."