The Andover City Council on April 7 unanimously approved several street-project bids, including some that came in above estimates in the feasibility report, while also agreeing not to pass those added costs on to residents. Public Works Director David Berkowitz told the council the agenda covered about $3.3 million in roadway work. While bids are typically approved through the consent agenda, he said some of these projects were pulled for discussion because several came in higher than expected. ...

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Minx Head Coach Jodi Rehlander speaks to both the Minx and Raptors at the conclusion of the game at Spring Lake Park High School on April 11. Original Article

Both teams head onto the field to shake one another’s hands at the end of the game. Original Article

Jodi Rehlander coaches up the defense. Original Article

Bomber Karshbaum for the Minx defends against a punt return. Original Article

Quarterback Madison Hahn rolls out looking for an open receiver. Original Article

The Minx line up in the trenches on offense in an April 11 downpour, in their dark home jerseys. Original Article

Blaine’s City Council unanimously approved a series of parking abatement assistance agreements for the 105th Avenue redevelopment district at its April 6 meeting, advancing the contract framework for the broader project. City Manager Erik Thorvig said the agreements cover the east and west parking ramps, the stadium and retail development, including Scheels, and set terms for construction, disbursement of bond proceeds and repayment sources. He said the east ramp would include about 800 stalls and the west ramp about 600. The retail agreement also requires the user to place $10 million in escrow before construction begins and maintain that amount throughout the project to help guarantee completion. ...