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City of Vermillion: Community Life

Tagged: Dakota County, Duff's Tavern and Steinhaus, Vermillion,

The community of Vermillion is made up of around 400 residents. Located 22 miles southwest of St. Paul, this outer ring suburb values spacious landscapes and a small-town feel. The city itself is not home to many amenities like parks, libraries, or entertainment. Instead, the residential community ventures to neighboring cities for these amenities and… Read more »

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City of Vermillion: A Brief History

Tagged: Chimney Rock, Dakota County, Dakota Indians, Vermillion,

The City of Vermillion received its name from the river running through the town. Vermillion was a name given by the Dakota Indians and first showed up in Nicollet’s map in 1843. It is theorized that the name probably originated from the stunning orange and red-colored ocher that were obtained by the tribe from the… Read more »

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City of Vermillion: Parks & Trails

Tagged: Dakota County, Parks & Recreation, Ravine Regional Park, Vermillion, Vermillion Falls Park, Whitetail Woods Regional Park,

Because of its small size of around just 1 square mile of land, the City of Vermillion is not home to any of its own parks. Instead, residents venture to neighboring cities to enjoy outdoor recreational activities. Some of the most notable parks include: Vermillion Falls Park: Vermillion River runs through the City of Hastings,… Read more »

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City of Vermillion: Schools & ISD 200

Tagged: Christa McAuliffe Elementary School, Dakota County, Hastings Middle School, Hastings Senior High School, School District 200, St. John the Baptist Catholic School, Vermillion,

The City of Vermillion, Minnesota is served by Independent School District 200, also known as the Hastings Public Schools. The district is geographically one of the largest in the state, encompassing over 170 square miles of land. In total, ISD 200 serves around 4,700 students throughout all of its schools. None of these schools are… Read more »

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City of Vermillion: A Brief Overview

Tagged: City of Vermillion, city overview, Dakota County, Vermillion,

Located in central Dakota County lies Vermillion, Minnesota. With a population that is just over 400 residents, the city embraces its small town roots. Vermillion has a total area of 0.97 square miles. The main routes through the city include County 62, County 66, and County 85. U.S. Highway 52 and Northfield Boulevard are both… Read more »

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City of New Trier: Schools & ISD 200

Tagged: Christa McAuliffe Elementary, Dakota County, education, Hastings High School, Hastings Middle School, New Trier, School District 200, schools,

Students in New Trier, Minnesota are served by Independent School District 200, which also includes Hampton, Hastings, New Trier, Vermillion, and portions of Denmark, Douglas, Marshan, Nininger, Ravenna, and Vermillion Townships. Hastings Public Schools serves 4,700 students, and their mission is: working in partnership with the family and the community to educate individuals to be… Read more »

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City of Miesville: Schools & ISD 200

Tagged: Dakota County, education, Hastings High School, Hastings Middle School, Miesville, Pinecrest Elementary School, School District 200, schools,

Miesville is a part of Independent School District 200, which also includes the cities of Hampton, Hastings, New Trier, Vermillion, and portions of Denmark, Douglas, Marshan, Nininger, Ravenna, and Vermillion Townships. In total, Hastings Public Schools serves about 4,700 students. The mission statement of all District 200 Schools is: working in partnership with the family… Read more »

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City of Hastings: Parks & Trails

Tagged: C.P. Adams Park, Dakota County, Hastings, Lake Isabel Park, Lions Park, Parks and Recreation, Pioneer Park, Vermillion Falls Park, Veterans Athletic Complex, Wallin Park,

With over 10 square miles of land, the City of Hastings has plenty of outdoor recreational opportunities to offer its residents. The city’s Park and Recreation Department maintains 33 parks, 28 miles of trails, and a total of 400 acres of open space. Numerous outdoor amenities can be found in each of Hastings parks. Some… Read more »

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City of Hastings: A Brief History

Tagged: Dakota County, Hastings, Lieutenant William G. Oliver, Mendota Treaty, Stillwater & Hastings Railway,

Hastings, Minnesota is one of the oldest communities in the state of Minnesota, with its establishment dating back to 1857. The city is a true river town, situated on the Mississippi, Vermillion, and St. Croix rivers. The first settlers to the area were a military detachment from Fort Snelling that was sent to guard a… Read more »

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City of Coates: Parks & Trails

Tagged: Coates City Park, Parks and Recreation, Vermillion Highlands, Whitetail Woods Regional Park,

The city of Coates, Minnesota covers a total area of 1.41 square miles and is home to one park. Although there are not a lot parks within the city, there are several in nearby suburbs that residents can use and enjoy. Coates City Park: The Coates City Park is a community park located on the north end… Read more »

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City of Coates: A Brief History

Tagged: CIty History, Henry C. Coates,

The city of Coates originated in the early 1900s as a post office hub for the United States Postal Service. In 1953, the City was incorporated in the northwest corner of Vermillion Township. The city received it name after the Civil War Captain Henry C. Coates who served in the first Minnesota Volunteer Infantry. Today, the… Read more »

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City of Farmington: A Brief History

Tagged: CIty History, Dakota City, Dakota County, Empire Township, Exchange Bank, Farmington,

The first settlers of what would become Farmington arrived in the 1850’s, to the area that was originally called Empire Township. In the 1850’s, the village of Dakota City was established around the intersections of the Minnesota Central, Hastings, and Dakota railroads, and the Vermillion River. Dakota City’s railroad station was the Farmington Station and nonresidents… Read more »

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City of Hastings: A Brief Overview

Tagged: Brief Overview, City of Hastings, city overview, Dakota County, Hastings,

The city of Hastings, Minnesota is a large suburb located southeast of St. Paul. Encompassing an area of 11 square miles, and has over 22,000 residents that call this fine city home. The city is located on the eastern border of Dakota County and is the county seat, or administrative center. Located near the confluence… Read more »

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City of Farmington: A Brief Overview

Tagged: City of Farmington, Dakota County, Farmington,

Located in the southwest corner of Dakota County, and about 30 minutes south of the Minneapolis, Farmington, Minnesota, is a developing suburb that provides a small town attraction. Farmington boasts lively and growing businesses, which integrates the contrast of newer commercial development in the same vicinity of the well-established traditional areas. Additionally, the city’s still has… Read more »

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