http://www.startribune.com/local/west RSS Feed for West Metro en-us Thu, 09 Jul 2009 10:34:45 GMT 2009-07-09T10:34:45Z en-us http://www.startribune.com/local/west/50282017.html Marlon Pratt was accused of inflating the prices of homes on loan applications and taking kickbacks. Five others have been convicted or pleaded guilty in the scheme. Thu, 09 Jul 2009 05:47:23 GMT http://www.startribune.com/local/west/50282017.html 2009-07-09T05:47:23Z http://www.startribune.com/local/west/50315102.html Demand for classes at community and technical colleges is soaring, but tight budgets are making it tougher to meet students' needs. Thu, 09 Jul 2009 10:34:45 GMT http://www.startribune.com/local/west/50315102.html 2009-07-09T10:34:45Z http://www.startribune.com/local/west/50314282.html Empty-nesters who once went to parks with kids in tow are now heading for the trails, Three Rivers Park District figures show, and that will change how the park is managed. Thu, 09 Jul 2009 05:06:01 GMT http://www.startribune.com/local/west/50314282.html 2009-07-09T05:06:01Z http://www.startribune.com/local/west/49882372.html The city is preparing to survey its bungalows and decide how best to preserve their architectural form. Wed, 08 Jul 2009 15:09:38 GMT http://www.startribune.com/local/west/49882372.html 2009-07-08T15:09:38Z http://www.startribune.com/local/west/49888332.html A Golden Valley couple want their green wedding to set the tone for a life of concern about the planet. Wed, 08 Jul 2009 16:15:48 GMT http://www.startribune.com/local/west/49888332.html 2009-07-08T16:15:48Z http://www.startribune.com/local/west/49884312.html Hopkins' Raspberry Festival this year will feature the fruit that started it all. Just like in 1934, organizers hope it boosts community and businesses. Wed, 08 Jul 2009 05:34:43 GMT http://www.startribune.com/local/west/49884312.html 2009-07-08T05:34:43Z http://www.startribune.com/local/west/50088267.html The Hamel Rodeo marks its 29th year with shows this week. Tue, 07 Jul 2009 04:07:37 GMT http://www.startribune.com/local/west/50088267.html 2009-07-07T04:07:37Z http://www.startribune.com/local/west/49892087.html Wed, 08 Jul 2009 05:35:23 GMT http://www.startribune.com/local/west/49892087.html 2009-07-08T05:35:23Z http://www.startribune.com/local/west/49940502.html For more than 50 years, one neighborhood has been holding a one-block parade. Sun, 05 Jul 2009 03:14:03 GMT http://www.startribune.com/local/west/49940502.html 2009-07-05T03:14:03Z http://www.startribune.com/local/west/49893572.html With a $3 million to $4 million budget cut looming, Hennepin County libraries take stock of the system's costs and benefits. Sun, 05 Jul 2009 02:16:52 GMT http://www.startribune.com/local/west/49893572.html 2009-07-05T02:16:52Z