Saturday, May 18, 2013
Here is a list of posts from Northfield bloggers.
At Patch, we care about what you have to say in your community. Every week we will be recognizing our bloggers on Northfield Patch, from cooking enthusiasts to local business owners, and everyone in between! If you’re interested in becoming a Local Voice on Northfield Patch, email Hannah Gruber at hannah.gruber@patch.com Acclaimed Award-Winning Author Benjamin Percy’s ‘Red Moon’ Book Tour Comes to Northfield Acclaimed Award-Winning Author Benjamin Percy’s ‘Red Moon’ Book Tour Comes to Northfield. (Jessica Johnson Paxton) Making Sure People Have the Freedom to Marry the Person They Love The Minnesota House of Representatives passed the Marriage Equality Act this week by a vote of 75 to 59 with bipartisan support. (Rep. David Bly) We need …
Thursday, May 16, 2013
The Philadelphia doctor was found guilty of murdering three babies after botched late-term abortions and was given life in prison Tuesday.
A Philadelphia doctor found guilty of murdering three babies born alive in an abortion clinic serving low-income women agreed to two life sentences Tuesday, and was sentenced to a third Wednesday. Dr. Kermit Gosnell, 72, agreed to his sentences and waived his right to an appeal in order to avoid the possibility of being condemned to death. According to ABC News, prosecutors were seeking the death penalty, but because of Gosnell's advanced age it was deemed unlikely that he would live long enough for death penalty appeals which can last decades. According to Reuters, Gosnell was convicted of first-degree murder Monday after he reportedly delivered the live babies during late-term abortions and then deliberately severed their spinal cords. …
Gov. Mark Dayton’s signature Tuesday didn’t end the heated debate around same-sex marriage.
Whatever side of the debate you fall on, there’s no denying that this week’s passage of a bill legalizing same-sex marriage was a historical moment. Minnesota became just the 12th state to sanction gay marriage when Gov. Mark Dayton signed the bill Tuesday. Patch readers quickly wrote in to share their thoughts on the moment. Eagan Patch reader Kathi Malone echoed the view of legislators who voted yes in seeing same-sex marriage as a civil right: I am so happy that finally gay people will be able to have the civil right to marry. This is truly an American vote for freedom. I applaud Sen Clausen and all other legislators who voted for this historical bill. James N added: Thank you Senator Carlson and the entire MN legislature for extending …
Monday, May 13, 2013
Help Keep our Officers Safe, Rice County Attorney Paul Beaumaster.
National Police Week 2013 is recognized May 12th through May 18th. There are over 900,000 sworn law enforcement officers in the United States. Our State, County, and City law enforcement officers serve with valor, distinction, and great success. Violent and property crime rates in Rice County are at historic lows, thanks in large measure to the dedicated service of the men and women of law enforcement. Many of these officers spend a large part of their time patrolling our roadways. On average across the nation, one law enforcement officer is killed in the line of duty every 57 hours. The number one cause of officer fatalities in 2012 was traffic-related incidents. We owe our State, County, and City peace officers our full support. …
Saturday, May 11, 2013
Here are this week’s posts from Northfield bloggers.
At Patch, we care about what you have to say in your community. Every week we will be recognizing our bloggers on Northfield Patch, from cooking enthusiasts to local business owners, and everyone in between! If you’re interested in becoming a Local Voice on Northfield Patch, email Hannah Gruber at hannah.gruber@patch.com Spring Clean Your 401(k) You can Spring Clean your 401(k) too! (Ric Lager) Red Cross Salutes Its Nurses During National Nurses Week It’s National Nurses Week, a time set aside to focus attention on the many ways the nation’s registered nurses work to save lives and improve the health of millions. (Angela Storch) Political Strategists and Co-Authors Bob Beckel and Cal Thomas Seek Common Ground in Carleton College …
Thursday, May 9, 2013
If so, a Parenting.com article says you can take steps to reverse any mistakes you've made as your kids have grown. We want your tips for how to raise empathetic, polite children.
I'm sure you've all met your fair share of spoiled children. I know I have. They don't share, they are disrespectful to adults—including their parents—and they regularly throw fits in public. My husband and I are parents to a cat, and we've been blessed with loving, respectful nieces and nephews. I remember being pleasantly surprised when my friend's four sons shook my hand, looked me in the eye and introduced themselves. It seems in recent years, however, I'm seeing more monster children when I go to restaurants or the mall. The good news is anyone with a difficult child can reverse any bad parenting, according to Dr. Phil, Happiestbaby.com and Parenting.com. Their tips include: Those are tips from the professionals, but I want to hear …
Sunday, May 5, 2013
The state dropped two spots in the League of American Bicyclists’ annual rankings.
(Editor's Note: The map above was created by the League of American Bicyclists.) Minnesota is still among the top states in “bike friendliness,” but its ranking fell a couple notches in 2013, according to the League of American Bicyclists. The state was ranked fourth this year, down from second in 2012. It ranked high in legislation and enforcement, policies and programs and education and encouragement. But it was middle of the pack in infrastructure and funding and lower tier in evaluation and planning. Minnesota was also missing three of the league’s “Top 10 Signs of Success: Use the map above to see how Minnesota compares to other states in the various categories. Do you think Minnesota needs to do more to support cycling? Share your …
Thursday, May 2, 2013
A new Visa survey says families are spending over $1,000 for their child to go to prom. What price works for you, and how do you agree on a limit with your teen?
It has gotten more expensive to do most things in life, so we shouldn't be surprised that it has gotten more pricey to go to a high school prom. On average, parents and teens will spend $1,139 on prom this year. This is only a slight increase over last year but a 40 percent increase from the $807 average of 2011, according to a new Visa survey. The list of "needed" items can be endless: dress, tux, shoes (one pair formal and one for the dance?), corsages, limo, dinner, actual prom tickets and after-prom activities. "Prom is the new wedding," said Kit Yarrow, a consumer research psychologist, in a CNN Money article. "I think that every society has to have a rite of passage into adulthood for young people, and prom has become that." Have …
Saturday, April 27, 2013
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Saturday, April 27
In honor of the 60th anniversary of Sir Edmund Hillary’s historic scaling of Mount Everest, Patch is asking our readers across the country: What’s the biggest challenge you’ve ever had to overcome? Have you kicked your smoking habit or finished a triathlon? Or maybe you made your final student loan payment, defeated cancer, lost 50 pounds or learned to knit. From everyday to extraordinary, please share your stories of the mountains you've conquered in the comments section below. You’ll not only inspire others, but also earn some well-deserved kudos! Tell Us: What’s the biggest challenge you’ve ever had to overcome? Share your story in the comments section below. About this sponsorship: Patch has teamed up with Grape-Nuts cereal on this…
Friday, April 26, 2013
Which have you used to cover your baby?
No matter how old your kids are – diaper changing always seems to make its way back into the rotation as friends and family bring new little ones into their lives. And, I have yet to change a baby wearing cloth diapers. Most of my friends and family have opted for the convenience of a disposable diaper. However, it appears the cloth diaper continues to be a popular choice for many. For example, a group of Twin Cities parents that joined together recently for the “Great Cloth Diaper Change” event – or the Burnsville-based business that sells cloth diapers. So, before I continue to share my parenting “wisdom” with family and friends with little ones – which do you choose for your child? Disposable or cloth? SHARE: Which is better – cloth …
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2:09 am on Sunday, May 19, 2013
Teabaggers? Seriously? I realize you are acting only on your provided talking points but the tea party only wants to NOT use tax dollars to fund your abortions. They are hardly your biggest concern. Besides getting an actualy education, your biggest concern are with the christians. more ›