Category: Minnesota

21 inches of snow anyone?

19 Mar, 2005

The spring snowstorm that was to hit the Twin Cities slipped a little south and blanked our parents. Over 17 inches of snow fell in about 24 hours around Rochester and they’ll be digging out for quite a while. We got around 6 or so, but nothing compared the 21+ that fell around the Iowa […]

Minnesota Revenue Recapture Fee

17 Mar, 2005

Have you ever heard of a revenue recapture fee? Well it’s a fee that the state can take out of you state tax refund for outstanding bills. It’s a good idea as the state is entitled to their money, however the system is screwed up. This year they took out $50 + $15 service fee […]

Mall of America Hotel and Casino

16 Feb, 2005

The money behind the Mall of America (MOA) in Bloomington Minnesota unveiled what they hope to be phase 2 of the mall. If created, the MOA would be the largest mall in the world. Not only do they want you to come for a few days, but how about a few weeks?! New features would […]

Snow. Go Figure.

13 Feb, 2005

Ahh the wonderful Minnesota weather. I do love it. Yesterday I was talking about 50 degrees and guess what, now it’s snowing and we could get 1-3 inches. Fun Fun 😉

Another Warm February Day

12 Feb, 2005

So what’s up with this weather? No snow and temps in the 50s?! Come on. Here it’s only February 12th and we have no snow on the ground and temps warm enough to wear shorts in. This has to be one the saddest Minnesota winters ever. So far I think our snow total is up […]

We’re all gonna die!

1 Feb, 2005

“For the first time in at least 25 years, Twin Cities air has been declared “unhealthy for all” by the state’s environmental agency.” – from KSTP.com I guess that means I can’t go outside and I can’t breath! OMG what am I gonna do? Oh yea, I’ll probably forget all about it. 😉 Kinda scary […]

Valleyfair Announces RipTide for 2005

12 Aug, 2004

Calling all thrill seekers! Valleyfair is pleased to announce the addition of RipTide – 720 DEGREES OF ATTITUDE for the 2005 Season. RipTide is a suspended Top Spin ride, designed by Huss Manufacturing of Germany. Its floorless gondola seats 38 passengers, back to back. The ride reaches a height of 59 feet and completes 13 […]