Fifty-seven state lawmakers announced that they would leave their seats due to redistricting, desires to seek another office or for personal reasons. The exits include some of the Capitol's best-known deal makers, opening room for one of the largest crops of new freshman legislators in decades.
Bussman said he was a little surprised to come out on top over an established Republican state senator, but he saw it as recognition of his message resonating with party members.
The Brainerd Lakes Chamber of Commerce’s annual “Eggs and Issues” breakfast, an annual discussion with Brainerd lakes area legislators focused on business, jobs and the economy, took place Friday, March 25, at Madden's Resort.