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  • On tap
    The South Metro Boys’ Dance Troupe performed the “Neutron Dance,” a tap dance number choreographed by instructor Brad Schaffer, at the Minnesota State Fair’s Leinie Lodge Bandshell last Sunday. The boys took first place in the semi-finals and will compete again in the finals at 8 p.m. at the Grandstand on Sunday, Aug. 31. From left are, Tyler Goldstein, Kevin Kluegel, Zack Fremder, Erik Senst, Andrew Kohagen, Andrew Jensen, Josh Fremder, Joey Weaver and Matt Wiegand. (Submitted photo)
  • Near upset

    Prior Lake junior Brittany Thompson (8) looks to get a spike past a Burnsville block with teammate Brittni Wangerin (7) close by during the Lakers' season opener on Aug. 21 against the No. 10-ranked Blaze. Prior Lake nearly pulled off the upset losing a five-game thriller, 21-25, 25-18, 20-25, 25-22, 15-17. The Lakers will have an even tougher challenge in their second match as they travel to No. 1 Chaska on Tuesday. Aug. 26 for second non-conference match at 7 p.m.

  • A unique way to water
    Hentges and Sons worker Ben Luth of Shakopee waters newly laid sod with a 3,000 gallon water tanker at a home on the corner of Eagle Creek Avenue and Eau Claire Trail on Wednesday morning. Luth said after laying the sod, the tanker is used to keep the new grass wet for the first 48 hours. Luth said the tanker is pure water and no chemicals are used in the watering process. (Photo by Shawn Hogendorf)

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