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Who would be a better choice as a VP runningmate?


Tim Pawlenty
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Hillary Clinton
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Total votes: 2
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What do you think is the county's biggest contribution to the state?
Grimm alfalfa
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Prince Rogers Nelson
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Minnesota Landscape Arboretum fruit breeding program
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Other. What do you think should be on the list?
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Fresh Start Life Groups

Our Life Groups provide help and encouragement in times of need.

Welcome to Fresh Start Life Groups.
Struggling with life issues that are out of control can feel like a lonely battle, but you’re not alone. Mutual encouragement on the road to recovery. Groups are held Tuesday evenings or you may connect with us online at www.freshstart.myfastforum.org and join a private online version of your desired group. The online forum has a fun, island theme with many areas to share and encourage one another. The actual support groups are private, access is granted by sending a message or post requesting access to desired group(s).


Metro Au Pair

Support group for Au Pairs and Host Families

Hi and Welcome to MetroAupair. We have formed this group to support au pairs and their host families during their year together. We will hold monthly meetings for the au pairs and host family events.
If you are hosting an au pair are an au pair or interested in our program please contact me at Angela@metroaupair.com.
Or
Angela 612-532-4262
www.metroaupair.com


Sheaves of Joy Support Group for Depression

Struggling with depression can feel like a lonely battle, but you are not alone!

Sheaves of Joy is a local Christian Support Group for Depression. Struggling with depression can feel like a lonely battle. You are not alone! God's love and grace offers us hope and encouragement on the road to recovery. All are welcome, come as you are.

Meetings are held at Freshwater Community Church in St. Bonifacius, MN

http://www.freshwaterchurch.org
under group pull-down menu go to Sheaves of Joy.


West Metro Networking Group

Your trusted professional resource center.

West Metro Network is comprised of trusted and experienced business professionals that work in the West metro area.


RSD CRPS Support Group

Support Groups for persons suffering from RSD or CRPS and their friends and families

We are starting our newest support group in Mound on Saturday, November 4 from 11 am until 1:00 pm. We would appreciate it if you would put a notification in your newspaper letting people know of this group.


Recent Forum Posts

El Salvador Mission July 31-Aug. 10

"To give and not to count the cost; To fight and not to heed the wounds; To toil and not to seek for rest; To labor and not to ask for any reward Save that of knowing that we do Thy will." -St. Ignatius Loyola Spanish Priest


Inflation Angst and Energy Anger

Read news about monetary issues and the increase in energy prices. The first blog on these subjects was called "Inflation Angst."


Daily buzz - What's with the bees?

 Here's an eyewitness account of a bee swarm on June 9. Anybody else notice a lot of bees this summer?


Chanhassen Summer Scoop 2008

Come to Chanhassen Summer Scoop 2008 for information about what's happening with the city government and other aspects of life in Chanhassen this summer.


Hey Kids: Is every day Earth Day at your house?

Kids: April 22 is Earth Day - a day to make people aware of the importance of keeping our planet healthy and clean. Does your family reduce, reuse or recycle? Do you carpool to school - or bike or walk? Is every day Earth Day at your house or school? Tell Kids 'N' Stuff how you - or your family or school - is making a difference and helping our environment. Send an email to kidsnstuff@swpub.com and you could be eligible to win a gift certificate. Be sure to include your name, age and address.


Recent Blog Posts

Unwelcome Spirits

For many of us we are not aware that spirits resides with us. They will live in the background and enjoy the activities the living residents do such as parties and watching tv, listening to music. Has anyone remembered watching “The Christmas Carol” ? Scrooge at one time was at a party and he was enjoying himself watching everyone have a good time. Once in a while a person will find a spirit in the house that will interact with them. This is what Harley and Sally found in their home.


Guild Wars 2: In-House FAQ

The Arena.Net folks have produced one of the first FAQs with regard to Guild Wars 2. It answers a lot of basic questions about the game, including whether or not there will be a subscription fee.

Will there be a subscription fee for Guild Wars 2?

Nope. Like the original Guild Wars, there will be no subscription fee for Guild Wars 2. You just buy the game and play it online without paying a monthly fee.

Will Guild Wars 2 be an MMO?

Yes. Guild Wars 2 provides a massive, online persistent world.

How is Guild Wars 2 different from other MMOs?


Dark Age of Camelot Friday Grab Bag

As the name implies, the Friday Grab Bag is a collection of community questions taken from the official Dark Age of Camelot forums. Add some announcements into the mix and you have a good read.

Q. Is Quillan Muire in Muire's tomb supposed to drop any loot? It seems like he is the "boss" of the dungeon but she drops nothing different from his surrounding guards. I know he has a quest associated with her, but the other named Muires along that quest can drop items. Thanks!


Wind turbine findings

Dr. Nina Pierpont of Malone, N.Y., coined the phrase "wind turbine syndrome" for what she says happens to some people living near wind energy farms, according to a report.

Pierpont's findings suggest that low-frequency noise and vibration generated by wind machines can have an effect on the inner ear, triggering headaches; difficulty sleeping; tinnitus, or ringing in the ears; learning and mood disorders; panic attacks; irritability; disruption of equilibrium, concentration and memory; and childhood behavior problems.


Buy a WoW CD Key in eBay

If you are thinking of buying a WoW CD key from eBay, there are things you need to consider before bidding for it. It is very popular to get CD key from eBay as it is easy and convenient. However, not to mention there are many scams around so beware. Here is a list of tips when you want to buy World of Warcraft CD key from eBay.


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