Afton is a city in Washington County, Minnesota, with a population of approximately 2,955.
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All news →Afton native Jessie Diggins has left a lasting legacy in Minnesota
Afton native Jessie Diggins has left a lasting legacy in Minnesota Pioneer Press
Gen. Patton’s chaplain to be honored at Afton ham-radio event
Gen. Patton’s chaplain to be honored at Afton ham-radio event Pioneer Press
New owner hopes long shuttered bar in Afton may serve another round
New owner hopes long shuttered bar in Afton may serve another round Star Tribune
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