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Jim Anderson

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Phone: 612-673-7199

Anderson, a former Star Tribune copy editor, covers most of southern Washington County, including Woodbury, Cottage Grove, Afton and other river towns and Denmark and Grey Cloud Island townships. He is also responsible for covering public safety and courts. Follow @StribJAnderson

Duluth tycoon Jeno Paulucci, 93, shared his money, opinions

Jeno Paulucci, 93, whose sharing of his self-made millions left an indelible mark on Duluth and northeastern Minnesota, died Thursday at his Duluth home.

Updated: November 25, 2011, - 02:55 PM

Despite no rate hike, property taxes likely to increase

In one of the most significant changes to the state's property tax system in a decade, lawmakers ended the market value homestead credit that offers tax breaks to homes valued at less than $414,000.

Updated: September 05, 2011, - 11:13 PM

Trooper shoots woman who tries to flee during 94 traffic stop

Woman tried to drive off with trooper tangled in her steering wheel, officials said. He was injured, and "a crystalline white substance" found.

Updated: September 03, 2011, - 09:42 PM

Still a busy summer

A crazy summer that included a three-week state government shutdown had businesses sweating, but it didn't keep people away from Washington County tourist attractions.

Updated: August 30, 2011, - 06:56 PM

As Crown Vic rolls into the sunset, cops need new ride

The low-profile, no-nonsense Ford Crown Victoria, for three decades a police favorite, is being phased out.

Updated: August 28, 2011, - 09:19 PM

Fewer prisoners, fewer dollars in Washington County

County attorney, sheriff and head of the Community Corrections Department outlined their financial needs for the coming year.

Updated: August 27, 2011, - 10:00 PM

Washington County still enjoys a busy summer

A crazy summer that included a three-week state government shutdown had businesses sweating, but it didn't keep people away from the county's tourist attractions.

Updated: August 27, 2011, - 09:59 PM

State parks filling up again after government shutdown

Campsite reservations now are comparable to previous years.

Updated: August 25, 2011, - 11:23 PM

Afton Park cell tower plans on hold

Citing too many unanswered questions, a Washington County panel will wait at least another month to decide.

Updated: August 23, 2011, - 11:49 PM

Get in your licks at State Fair

Two candidates, to be judged strictly on the sweetness of their qualifications -- but watch out for brain freeze -- await those attending the Minnesota State Fair, which opens Thursday.

Updated: August 23, 2011, - 01:45 PM