Category Archives: Relocation

Information for people relocating to Minnesota.

4th of July Fireworks in the Twin Cities

Posted on June 25, 2017 by wendycarson

4th of July Fireworks in the Twin Cities Both Minneapolis and Saint Paul are staging a fireworks display this coming July 4th, and with so many places to view the festivities, it can be tricky to find a good vantage … Continue reading →

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Cutting the Grass: How Short is Too Short?

Posted on May 29, 2017 by wendycarson

How Short Should You Cut Your Grass? It’s rarely a mystery when a lawn is getting too long and needs to be trimmed. However, what height should you cut your grass to keep it green and healthy? This article was … Continue reading →

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Study Finds Minnesota is “The Least Stressful State”

Posted on April 6, 2017 by wendycarson

Study Finds Minnesota is “The Least Stressful State” This article originally appeared on CBS Minnesota’s website. You can view the full article in its original format here. New stress rankings are out, and they find Minnesota is the least stressed … Continue reading →

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Car Tips For Minnesota Winters

Posted on February 5, 2017 by wendycarson

Car Tips For Minnesota Winters This is a collection of excerpts from an article featured in the Chicago Tribune on January 17th, 2016. It was written by Robert Duffer and can  be read in its entirety here.  While written originally … Continue reading →

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Minnesota Ranks #1 On “Most Miserable Winter” List

Posted on January 12, 2017 by wendycarson

Minnesota Ranks #1 On “Most Miserable Winter” List This story comes from WCCO/CBS Minnesota. You can read the original article in its native context here.  Sure, Minnesota has shown up at the top of many lists praising the state for … Continue reading →

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25 Years Ago: The Halloween Blizzard of 1991

Posted on November 1, 2016 by wendycarson

25 Years Ago: The Halloween Blizzard of 1991

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Trick or Treat: The Best Neighborhoods for Halloween in the Twin Cities

Posted on October 30, 2016 by wendycarson

Trick or Treat: The Best Neighborhoods for Halloween in the Twin Cities This article originally appeared on the WCCO/CBS Minnesota website. It can be viewed in its original setting here.  Here are six great neighborhoods for trick-or-treating in the Minneapolis-St. … Continue reading →

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Autumn on a Map: Fall Foliage Prediction

Posted on October 9, 2016 by wendycarson

Autumn on a Map Finding the “Peak” Foliage in Minnesota and Around the United States Autumn is here, and across the United States, leaves have begun to change! If you’re a photographer, a nature lover, or just enjoy the sights, … Continue reading →

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Minnesota: The Best State to Grow Up In!

Posted on October 4, 2016 by wendycarson

It’s official, and backed up by the Washington Post, that Minnesota is named the absolute best place to grow up in America! A couple days ago the Washington Post posted a story on the best place to grow up in the … Continue reading →

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WCCO Viewers’ Choice For Best State Park In Minnesota

Posted on July 31, 2016 by wendycarson

State Parks are plentiful in Minnesota. Whether you want to hike, bike or take in a bit of nature, there are more than 75 to choose from. But I wanted to know which one you like best. WCCO viewers voted, … Continue reading →

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