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http://media.fccinteractive.com/voices/1444/50/50/ FAR SIDE OF FIFTY
Grumpy
Catbirds are not much to look at. However they sure can entertain you with their sounds and songs. We have one..maybe two in the yard..mostly they sound like cats in a treegrumpy cats in a tree. Gra...
5/24/13 at 5:03 AM
The Orioles Have Landed 5/23/13 at 5:04 AM
Wistful Wednesday: Superman is 14 5/22/13 at 5:02 AM
http://media.fccinteractive.com/voices/3119/50/50/ STAFF BLOGASTROBOB
Ecuador's only satellite crippled in crash with Russian space debris
Russian rocket debris appear to have collided with Ecuador's only satellite early Thursday morning 932 miles (1,500 km) above the Indian Ocean east of Madagascar. This according to Ecuador's space a...
5/24/13 at 12:35 AM
Chance of auroras tonight May 23-24 5/23/13 at 9:08 PM
3 bright planets slow jam at dusk this week 5/23/13 at 1:02 PM
http://media.fccinteractive.com/voices/266/50/50/ STAFF BLOGMORE WITH MORKEN
Alex softball confident in ability to bounce back on Monday
The Cardinal softball team was two outs away from getting a monkey off its back on Wednesday night. Alexandria has welcomed in Elk River twice and Big Lake once for the opening round of the Section 8...
5/23/13 at 12:09 PM
Alex girls golf remains a model of consistency 5/21/13 at 12:21 PM
Alexandria's Grant Hanson cards double eagle at Geneva 5/17/13 at 4:38 PM
http://media.fccinteractive.com/voices/556/50/50/ STAFF BLOGCAPITOL CHATTER
Process leads to Dayton outdoors funding vetoes
Gov. Mark Dayton vetoed two provisions of a bill funding outdoors and arts projects, saying a House committee ignored a citizen advisory panel. The vetoes eliminated $3 million to fight aquatic invas...
5/23/13 at 11:37 AM
Democrats leave session with issues they still want to do 5/22/13 at 1:01 PM
Legislative notebook: Voters to decide if council should set lawmaker pay 5/22/13 at 12:57 PM
http://media.fccinteractive.com/voices/649/50/50/ OUTDOORS WITH SAM COOK
Wisconsin northern muskie zone opens Saturday
Wisconsin's northern zone muskie season opens Saturday, and, despite a late start, the fish are likely to be done spawning in most waters and ready to feed, state fisheries experts say. I think the m...
5/22/13 at 3:28 PM
Still time to register for Hawk Ridge Birdathon 5/15/13 at 1:06 PM
Sales of Minnesota fishing licenses down significantly 5/14/13 at 4:54 PM
http://media.fccinteractive.com/voices/1492/50/50/ MOVIES IN THE MANCAVE
IRON MAN 3 REVIEW (and a Lammy update)
Iron Man 3 What can I say about Iron Man 3 that hasn't already been said? Tony Stark is back and he has some new toys! I thought the first 10 - 15 minutes of this movie moved insanely fast. I felt l...
5/22/13 at 11:25 AM
LAMMY TIME! 4/18/13 at 8:38 AM
Flickchart - Ep. 71 9/12/12 at 8:06 AM
http://media.fccinteractive.com/voices/3181/50/50/ CHICZ MAGAZINE
Special treats for Dad!
By Jessica Sly Fathers Day is just around the corner! Nows the time to start planning. Low on cash? Fresh out of ideas? Dont worry. Weve got you covered! Take one of these ideas or use them as a sprin...
5/22/13 at 11:05 AM
Sweet tee-time 5/21/13 at 11:24 AM
Rhubarb Bread Pudding Recipe 5/20/13 at 11:30 AM
http://media.fccinteractive.com/voices/3362/50/50/ SENSE AND CENTSIBILITY
Budgeting Basics: 3 Simple Steps for Everyone
One of the best tools for managing your money is to use a budget or spending plan that reflects your familys true expenses. But how do you prepare a budget that is more than just a wish list, or merel...
5/22/13 at 9:45 AM
Defaulted Student Loans: A borrower’s worst nightmare 5/20/13 at 9:28 AM
Saving Money While Fishing 5/15/13 at 9:58 AM
http://media.fccinteractive.com/voices/1629/50/50/ THE DIRT
New growth
And the rain continues. . . not that I'm complaining. Everything was so dry--now there is green everywhere. The leaves are coming out on the bushes and trees and the grass already needs mowing again. ...
5/22/13 at 7:38 AM
Getting stuff done 5/20/13 at 7:57 AM
Thwarted plans 5/16/13 at 3:46 PM
http://media.fccinteractive.com/voices/3166/50/50/ THE MINNESOTA BASHAW BLOG
How Old is Too Old?
Recently I was driving within the city limits with my 8 year old daughter. As I typically do, I travel about 35 miles per hour when the posted speed is 30 mph. Surprisingly I quickly approached the ...
5/21/13 at 11:37 AM
My Reaction to Jason Collins 5/1/13 at 4:42 PM
Clean Up Your Poop 4/16/13 at 4:43 PM
http://media.fccinteractive.com/voices/2926/50/50/ STAFF BLOGCOMPASS POINTS
It's 'game on' at Devils Lake
Devils Lake is clear of ice finally! and a couple of area fishing guides recommend finding the warmest water for the best early season walleye action. In a news release from the Devils Lake Conve...
5/20/13 at 10:41 AM
Game and Fish stocks trout in Turtle River at Turtle River State Park 5/17/13 at 12:08 PM
N.D. to close paddlefish harvest season Friday night 5/16/13 at 2:27 PM
http://media.fccinteractive.com/voices/16/50/50/ RETIRE EARLY IN MEXICO
Fondo Flor
Bienvenido, loyal reader. Bruce and Mary have been so caught up with their Cupocity coupons which have taken them to some pretty nicerestaurantsthat they have neglected the bread and butter of their t...
5/19/13 at 9:18 AM
Magna, Magna! 5/12/13 at 12:32 PM
Beer 201, Old Town, Puerto Vallarta 5/5/13 at 9:41 AM
http://media.fccinteractive.com/voices/2682/50/50/ LETTERS FROM HOME
Dinosaur Tracks
Milo spent the day tracking dinosaurs. We are camping in northern New Mexico where, according to the signs in the state park, dinosaurs left their tracks. We pulled in late too late to see our own tr...
5/18/13 at 11:51 AM
Are You Having Fun? 5/10/13 at 3:29 PM
Are You Having Fun? 5/10/13 at 3:27 PM
http://media.fccinteractive.com/voices/1101/50/50/ HEALTHBEAT
Health care's new paternalism?
Is the patient's blood pressure at 120 over 80 or below and controlled with one or more medications if necessary? Check. Normal body mass index? Check. Recommended screenings carried out according t...
5/17/13 at 11:33 AM
Change fatigue in health care 5/9/13 at 3:39 PM
Moving in with the adult children 5/6/13 at 2:49 PM
http://media.fccinteractive.com/voices/817/50/50/ MS. SIMPLICITY
The Excuses That Professional Organizers Hear
When I tell people that I am a Professional Organizer, their response is usually the same, "boy do I need you in my house!" and they laugh. So it got me thinking about what some of the things are that...
5/17/13 at 8:55 AM
How To Get The Male Gender To Organize 5/10/13 at 9:04 AM
Skills I Want My Boys To Have 5/3/13 at 9:52 AM
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