New Season... New Hair? Time for Some Spring Inspiration!
Did you know that more women change their hairstyle in the spring than any other time of the year? It’s that urge to try something different.
Opinion
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Teachers Bring More Than Academics in Time of Tragedy: Parents Talk
As you give your child an extra hug, send out your thoughts to Oklahoma and share what makes the educators in your child’s life special.
Last week, I had the opportunity visit with a few children at the Excelsior Farmers Market. Not surprising, they knew the exact number of days left until summer break. While many of our kids in Minnesota are eyeing the calendar with anticipation for summer break, I was reminded this week how much we owe our educators. As parents, we send our children off to school each morning expecting another typical school day until we pick them up. It becomes a parents worst nightmare when unexpected tragedies and circumstances hit a school – situations that seem to have been all too common nationwide during the 2013-2013 school year. Yet, time and time again, we hear about educators that put their life on the line to save those students they are …
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Monday, May 20, 2013
Bringing Community Sustainability to Life in Mendota Heights
New ways to champion local businesses and local sustainability continue to grow, says blogger Isaac Sorensen.
Friday, May 17, 2013
Hotel Minnesota
With tax hikes on tap for Minnesota, what will the people do? Some are thinking of leaving, says blogger Don Lee.
Thursday, May 16, 2013
Elections Bill Improves Oversight, Increases Public Scrutiny of Elected Officials
Mendota Heights' Rep. Rick Hansen says a campaign finance reform bill he helped pass on Wednesday improves transparency in government.
Parents Talk
Should Dr. Kermit Gosnell Have Gotten the Death Penalty?
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. …
Patch Readers Respond to Passage of Gay Marriage Bill
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 …
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Dan Johnson
7:21 pm on Thursday, May 23, 2013
Anti-gay prejudice is taught early in life before the ability to think critically is developed. That makes assimilation of new and conflicting information difficult, though it can be done. Many have changed their understanding of gay people and positive change continues, though all gay people have lived their entire lives waiting for equal treatment under the law as promised in the founding … more ›
Sunday, May 12, 2013
Skydiving For a Cause, Teacher Awarded, and Same-Sex Marriage: Blogger Roundup
A look at what your neighbors have been posting on Mendota Heights Patch
Each week, Mendota Heights community members turn to Patch’s Local Voices section to share information, insight and opinions about what matters to them. Patch blogs give anyone from gardening enthusiasts to local business owners the power to easily connect with the whole neighborhood. If you're interested in posting in the Local Voices section, click here or email editor James Sanna. Here’s a look at what your neighbors had to say over the last week: Monday Law as a Magic Elixir Donald Lee argues that a piece of anti-bullying legislation is the wrong way to tackle the problem. Spring Clean Your 401(k) Financial advisor Ric Lager gives his take on how to break your retirement account free of the ups-and-downs of the stock market. Tuesday…
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Thursday, May 9, 2013
Have You Spoiled Your Child Rotten?
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 …
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Rachel Powell
7:13 pm on Monday, May 20, 2013
It's a proven fact that homophobes are the most likely to be closeted gays. That's what Jimmy is trying to tell us - he's jealous he can't be in those gay festivities. Oh, and BTW Jimmy, I have two pro-gay bumper stickers on my car. Does that make me gay? Or maybe it just matters to me that people have a right to live their lives freely. If you were around during MLK's day would you be griping … more ›
Monday, May 6, 2013
Spring Cleaning for Your 401(k)
Blogger Ric Lager gives advice on how to break your retirement account out of the stock market's ups and downs.
Orono
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 ›