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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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Frozen Lake Fun

Posted on February 19, 2016 by wendycarson

Fun doesn’t stop on Minnesota’s lakes when it gets too cold for swimming. When a solid layer of ice has formed over the water, Minnesotans find other ways to enjoy life in the “Land of 10,000  Lakes”. Ice Fishing Fishing … Continue reading →

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Winter Tip for Warming Up Your Car

Posted on January 17, 2016 by wendycarson

As the weather starts to drop this weekend, Sarah wants to know: How long should you let your car warm up in the winter? Mechanics say anywhere from 5 to 10 minutes is ideal. Letting your car idle for 15 … Continue reading →

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Cold Is A Relative Thing

Posted on October 21, 2011 by wendycarson

This morning was cold outside – frosty with cold crispy air.  Hard to believe it will soon be another 40 – 50 degrees colder and snowy!  A friend of mine sent me the following words on Minnesotans and cold weather … Continue reading →

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