| Factoring in 'green' with flooring choices |
Don't let anyone tell you it's not easy being green. When it comes to floor covering, making a "green" choice is easier than ever.
Friday, April 16, 2010 |
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| New twists in Social Security |
If you've been thinking about applying for extra help with your Medicare prescription drug costs, then now's the time to hop to it.
Thursday, April 08, 2010 |
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| No reservations: the health issues that can torpedo a vacation |
Being prepared isn't just for the Boy Scout motto, but sound advice for a healthy vacation.
Thursday, April 08, 2010 |
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| Quick jobs that can make a difference when selling |
Whether you're looking to sell your home or simply make improvements, chances are finances are a big consideration before you can go forward with any project.
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 |
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| Grow gardens the easy way -- from seed |
Seeds are nature's miracles -- they're little packets of energy just waiting for you to plant them. Once they're planted, they quickly transform from rock-hard little nuggets into lush, green plants exploding with life.
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 |
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| Spring cleaning surface guide |
Every surface in and around the home requires special attention. Before reaching for the all-purpose cleaner, consider each surface and which product formulations will best clean, protect and prolong its life.
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 |
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| How to set a home-improvement budget |
When it comes to projects addressing a home's interior, homeowners know full well the bottom line plays a big role. For the unprepared homeowner tackling a first do-it-yourself project, costs can quickly escalate out of control.
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 |
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| Extreme GREEN kicks off |
What could be better to take home from an inspiring landscaping seminar than $500 worth of plants and landscaping supplies to get started?
How about a $15,000 professional yard makeover?
Friday, March 12, 2010 |
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| After more than 25 years, 'Rochelle the ad rep' puts away her Rolodex |
"This is Rochelle, calling from the Lillie" has begun many a wide-ranging conversation over the years.
Wednesday, February 24, 2010 |
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| Solve the winter doldrums with a good book |
With six more weeks of winter -- at least -- on the way, stocking up on some good books to read while cuddled by the fireplace is not a bad idea.
Tuesday, February 16, 2010 |
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| Braving the frozen waters |
Steel-bladed boats sailed around courses on Phalen Lake during the last weekend of the St. Paul Winter Carnival Jan. 30.
Friday, February 12, 2010 |
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| The running of the the kites |
Members of the Frosty Fingers Kite Festival, of the Minnesota Kite Association, took part in the Winter Carnival family day at Lake Phalen Jan. 30. Giant and often colorful kites sailed overhead.
Friday, February 12, 2010 |
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| Lake Elmo Park Reserve to host ski festival |
Those looking for a way to enjoy some winter weather and get some exercise don't have to look any further than Lake Elmo Park Reserve Jan. 30 when the Seventh Annual Washington County Parks Cross County Ski Festival is slated to take place.
Thursday, January 28, 2010 |
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| Q&A on benefits |
| Thursday, December 10, 2009 |
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| Don't give a gift to a thief |
It's been said that the true spirit of the holiday season is in giving, not receiving. With this in mind, it's likely that you will be spending a bit of time shopping for presents, your credit card flying out of your wallet or purse like wind-blown snow.
Thursday, December 10, 2009 |
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| Eating and the elderly: diet approaches as you age |
Parents often hear about the need for their children to eat a healthy and balanced diet. But what about the parents of those parents? As people age, a balanced diet remains important.
Thursday, December 10, 2009 |
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| Defender of graphic novels 'draws' Sibley readers |
Don't call a graphic novel a "comic book" in front of Henry Sibley High School media specialist Heidi Hammond. She'll be quick to point out that they are not the same.
Sunday, November 29, 2009 |
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| 'Working' showcases later-life tap talent |
Jerry Hoffman has been an accountant, a corporation man, a suicide-hotline counselor and a long-haul truck driver, but something kept bringing him back to the stage.
Tuesday, November 03, 2009 |
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| Low-cost projects can yield high-class looks
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If you have big design dreams but are working with a small budget, no fear - you don't have to sacrifice style and professional-looking results.
Tuesday, October 27, 2009 |
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| Mysterious, spooky and altogether kooky |
This Halloween Oakdale resident Cole Christiansen will wear a green tracksuit with white stripes, slicked back blazing black hair, oversized "golden" rings and a faux tattoo few mothers would approve of.
Monday, October 26, 2009 |
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