Maybe I'm A Scrooge About This

I may be way off base and a complete Scrooge to say this, but I hate Christmas lights.

What is your favorite Apple Valley nonprofit?

GreatNonprofits.org released today its first ever list of top-rated charities in Apple Valley, which Patch.com readers can use to discover top volunteer, giving, and internship opportunities.

Top 5 tasks to ready your home for winter!

Five suggestions to winterize your home. Winter can be harsh so be prepared!

Childhood Obesity & School Lunches

Childhood Obesity Tied To School Lunches...Be Proactive & Take Action To Make Healthier Choices For Your Children!

Changing Plans

After you make your list and checked it twice, but you still don't know where you need to go. Making sure what you are doing is what you want to be doing.

Certificate of Proclamation...Designating March 13 of Every Year K-9 Veterans' Day

I am asking you to go to your Local, State, and Federal Legislatures and obtain Proclamations from them, Designating March 13 As K-9 Veterans’ Day.

Your Vote Counts; So vote

The vote is the most powerful instrument ever devised by man for breaking down injustice and incompetence.

Greg Clausen Endorsed by Strib - Pat Hall Didn't Show Up Yet Again

Clausen easily gets our nod because GOP candidate Pat Hall declined our request for an interview. He was the only candidate for the Legislature to do so this season.

Monument Honors Military Service Dogs

The U.S. Working Dog Teams National Monument will honor every dog that has served in combat since World War II.

The Virtual Wall Vietnam Veteans Memorial

" We bring the Vietnam Veterans Memorial to your home to help remember the sacrifices of the fallen and their families."

The Virtual Wall Vietnam Veteans Memorial

" We bring the Vietnam Veterans Memorial to your home to help remember the sacrifices of the fallen and their families."

Sanity Savers

Are you at home all day with your kids? Here are my tips on staying sane if you feel like you need a break!

The Quiet Americans: A History of the Military Working Dogs (Unabridged)

Awarded the AETC Excellence in History Publications Award SSgt Tracy L. English Office of History 37th Training Wing Lackland AFB, Texas 15 December 2000

How to Support Our Troops

Links to programs that offer aid to our military

BLOG: Why Are South Metro GOP Candidates Missing From Debates?

Republicans take this area for granted. It is like the South Metro is a legislative GOP copy machine ... they just keep running the same talking point robots.

BLOG: Three Ways to Select a Builder for Your New Home

Today I had an interesting conversation with a gentleman about building a new home in Lakeville. We talked about the best ways to select a builder in today’s real estate market. There are...

BLOG: Fall Favorites

Here are a couple of our favorite fall places. Where are your favorite places to go in the fall?

The Credit of the Military Working Dog

They are America's forgotten Heroes...They are our Partners...They are our Best Friends.

Five Home Selling Mistakes That May Cost Homeowners

Selling a home already has a lot of challenges. Sellers need to avoid these five major mistakes when selling their home.

Re: Marriage Amendment: It's Not Just About Your Opinion, It's About the Constitution

When you head to the voting booth and see the Marriage Amendment on the ballot, you may think that this a simple "for" or "against" decision. It's not.

BLOG: John Kline and Pat Hall—Invisible Representation

Are our votes being taken for granted? Do Republicans feel that they only need to represent the "red" parts of their districts? I am tired of invisible representation.

'They Served To Save and Deserve to Be Remembered'

K-9 Veterans Day March 13

Remax Results at the State Fair, a study in sociology…

We had a fantastic time at the Minnesota State Fair on Saturday! Remax Results sponsored a booth for the day and we had a line up of people all day long. One of the owner’s of Remax Results...

BLOG: Top Five Cost-Effective Repairs for Your Home

There are many simple repairs you can do to increase the amount of change in your pockets. Here are five home repair tips and tricks for reducing your money flying out the windows or down the drains.

BLOG: Twin Cities Real Estate Recovery in the Media

It’s in the media, so now it’s official, the real estate recovery is underway! The local news media is reflecting what us front-liners have been seeing for the past four-plus months...

'Fixing' The Vote

Think about that. A group in this country could write a law that would only allow the votes of people they prefer...sell it as voter integrity....and then fix the election.

The Quiet Americans—A History of Military Working Dogs Part 3

The Quiet Americans - A History of Military Working Dogs Part 3

Vicki Swanson Is The Best Choice For Dakota County Commissioner

We don't need another hyper-partisan voice as a county commissioner. We need someone who thinks of things in a practical, common sense manner.

GOP Senate Candidate Patrick Hall—Building Community?

My way or the highway? 105 years for this congregation...in just a few years Pat Hall had the congregation divided.

Exercise Your Democratic Right: Vote 'No' on Voter Restrictions

Throughout history people all over the world have fought and died to have a say in how they are governed. The American experiment has been the culmination of those struggles

Cooking at the Minnesota State Fair Was Awarding Experience

Cooking for a crowd of 100 people at the 2012 Minnesota State Fair proves to be awarding.

FYI ... Vikings Win and It's Still the Parade of Homes

Reminder about the Parade of Homes and a little gloating on the Vikings win!

Luncheon to Benefit Veterans and Families

American Legion News

BLOG: Later High School Start Times Proven to Improve Student Learning and Health

Research from the University of Minnesota's CEHD shows that later high school start times benefit both student learning and health.

Grammy Winner Gretchen Wilson to Perform at Elko Speedway

Press release from Elko Speedway regarding an upcoming performance.

How to Enjoy the Best Minnesota State Fair Food Without Sabotaging Your Diet

You can enjoy the state fair festivities without sabotaging your healthy diet, and still indulge in some of your fair food favorites.

Cooking Hot Dish at the Minnesota State Fair

I am cooking at the Minnesota State Fair, 11 a.m. Aug. 28 in the Creative Activities Building.

Dropping Your Alarm Monitoring

There's a growing trend, in today's economy, to drop alarm monitoring from the family budget. But there is a way, to monitor your home security system yourself.

Taking Networking Outdoors

Not every event needs to be about exchanging business cards.

How to Buy a New-Construction Home in Rosemount or Apple Valley

New-construction areas are humming with activity and there is a smile on the face of every tradesman I encounter!