Editor’s Note: Every week we will bring you a sampling of stories from Patch sites in the west metro: Edina, Golden Valley, Hopkins, Maple Grove, Minnetonka, Plymouth, Richfield, Shakopee, St. Louis Park and St. Michael.

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UPDATED: Joshua Fuchs Resigns As High School Principal

He will finish out the school year.

Joshua Fuchs Releases Statement on Resignation

He said his resignation was to ensure his employment and professional direction were "aligned."

St. Michael-Albertville Senior Defines Determination

Kathryn Jesperson captured the hearts of many at the St. Michael-Albertville High School Grand March last month. But her life is a triumph over a heart that almost failed her.

Parents Express Concern About ISD 279 Standards Based Grading

As the school year comes close to ending, some Osseo School District parents are expressing concern about the progress of the newly implemented Standards Based Grading.

Golden Valley City Council Reconsiders Human Rights Commission

The City Council dismissed all members of the Human Rights Commission at the end of last year after a proposed resolution created a rift between the council and the commission.

Take the POLL: Shakopee City Council Begins Tough Financial Talks

Mayor Brad Tabke: "It is time for Shakopee to invest."

Local Poet Makes the Ordinary Extraordinary

Carol Allis, who writes Hennepin County news releases for a living, has a passion for poetry. Her book "Poems For Ordinary People" will be out June 1.

VIDEO: Wayzata H.S. Mock Crash Evokes Emotions

With the help of local law enforcement, the school and several other organizations, students got a taste of what it's like to be on the scene of a teen drunken driving accident.

(VIDEO) St. Louis Park Welcomes New Fire Station

A public grand opening ceremony was held at Station 2 on May 12. Workers are finishing the new Station 1 across town.

(PHOTOS) Eisenhower Elementary Students Enjoy Field Day

The students competed in longstanding favorites, such as tug-of-war and sack races.

Organizers Gearing Up for 46th Annual Edina Art Fair

Minneapolis-based Artist Dewey James' mixed media acrylic piece "High Wire" has been selected as the 2012 Edina Art Fair's featured piece.