Herón Márquez Estrada
Reporter | West Metro
Phone: 612-673-4280
E-mail: hme@startribune.com
Heron Marquez Estrada covers Carver and Wright counties and their cities, including Chanhassen, Chaska and Waconia.
Recent content from Herón Márquez Estrada
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Twins sale: Letting go, moving on
Like anyone planning a move, the Twins are getting rid of some things before they go.
Nov 6, 2009 -
9 arrested in fatal street fight near St. Paul bar
One man is dead and two others were shot in what's believed to be a gang-related beating in Frogtown.
May 11, 2009 -
Aging and active in Carver County
Carver County wins accolades as one of the best places in America to grow old in good health.
May 4, 2009 -
Man dies, another rescued in drama along Mississippi River
Rushing rainwater swept two urban explorers into the Mississippi River. A frantic rescue ensued, but one died.
Apr 26, 2009 -
Suspect arrested after south Minneapolis shooting
A key figure in the Somali community said he suspects the Sunday night shooting was related to a fatal shooting early Sunday morning in Hopkins. But police couldn't verify his suspicion.
Apr 20, 2009 -
Several killed, injured in crashes in region
A pregnant woman who was a passenger in a car hit broadside by a pickup truck Saturday in Scott County miscarried as the result of the crash, the Minnesota State Patrol reported Sunday.
Apr 13, 2009 -
Chaska Bakery, open since 1884, sells its last bread today
Like many small bakeries, it has faced growing competition from supermarkets; the recession was the final straw.
Apr 11, 2009 -
Feb. 8: A lost daughter, but a new life
Kari Palashewski lost her daughter in a car crash but miraculously gained a granddaughter. "Nobody knew Jamie was even pregnant. I don't know if she even knew."
Apr 2, 2009 -
Summer campsites in the state filling up
A new reservation system and a slowing economy that is cutting into long-distance vacation plans, has campers snapping up summer campsites and cabins at parks around the state.
Mar 16, 2009 -
New potato plant raises some eyes in Chaska
A proposed potato-processing plant sparks opposition from folks who are fearful of odors, traffic and water-use issues.
Mar 14, 2009