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A central Minnesota fire chief has submitted his retirement letter, after nearly his entire fire department threatened to walk off the job if he wasn’t replaced.

Gardiner city manager heading to South Portland The last day in Gardiner for Scott Morelli, who has worked there since 2010, is March 3. Share GARDINER — Scott Morelli, who has been Gardiner’s city manager for seven years, announced Wednesday that he is accepting the city manager’s position in South Portland. His last day with Gardiner will be March 3. Scott Morelli “Words cannot express how grateful I am to have served as Gardiner’s city manager for the past seven years,” More...

COLUMBUS – Columbus Mayor Michael Thom announced to the city council Tuesday that he would not be seeking a third term. “It has been an extremely difficult decision for me to make, but I am officially announcing that I will not be seeking a third term for the mayor of the city of Columbus,” Thom said. “I feel a deep obligation to announce my intention early enough to provide opportunity for any other candidates who may be considering stepping forward to serve our community. ...