Dean Mahlstedt announces in SD 18

So far, a two way race for the GOP endorsement. I expect Scott Newman and one other candidate to announce soon.

Cokato business owner Dean Mahlstedt is seeking the Republican Party endorsement in his run for Minnesota Senate.

Mahlstedt is vying for Steve Dille’s seat as District 18 senator. Longtime incumbent Dille announced last month that he won’t run for re-election. His current term ends Jan. 3, 2011.

Mahlstedt will be at Dunn Bros. in Hutchinson from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Dec. 12. After a brief introduction, he’ll be available to answer questions and listen to comments.