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Gun Control, Rep. Ward's Bonding, National Sibling Day: Best of the Blogs

Here are this week's posts from Woodbury Patch bloggers.

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Sunday

Meeting the Space Edge Up Close

I've always had an interest in the U.S. space program and recently I had my first chance to see a launch more-or-less at close range in Florida. (Dick Bernard)

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Monday

Long-Term Care: Who Pays?

Food for thought…if you are age 65 or older, there is a 43 percent chance that you will spend a period greater than 90 days in a nursing care facility, according to the New England Journal of Medicine. (Eric St. Martin)

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Don’t Get Fooled By Tricky Terms When Purchasing Real Estate

From a multitude of numbers to marketing jargon, property listings can provide you with an overwhelming amount of information—and it’s hard to know what’s important. (Myke LaVenture)

It appears some of you skipped out on the Woodbury Expo this weekend to buy homes! I'll forgive you... (Matthew Johnson)

Tuesday

The Gun Issue: It's time

All credible evidence is that the vast majority of us are sick and tired of the bullying of the gun lobby. But we must act, individually, if we want change. (Dick Bernard)

Squire House Gardens Spring Tea Party

Squire House Gardens in Afton's annual Spring Tea Party is Saturday. New plants and garden products, complimentary English tea and scones, lively accordion music, spring hat contest and more. (Deb Larson)

Rep. JoAnn Ward Authors Projects in House Bonding Bill

Rep. JoAnn Ward has helped construct the House bonding bill, providing funding for many local projects and improvements. (Susie Merthan)

Condo and Townhome Prices Rising in Woodbury

Condos and townhomes often get ignored when real estate data is reported. We are pleased to report that these types of properties are out performing single family homes! (John and Becky Durham)

Wednesday

Invasion of the Pharaoh Ant

I am not sure what is worst: Pharaoh ants or Japanese beetles. (Rhonda Fitzgerald)

Become a Personal Trainer While Earning Your Degree

Life Time Academy and Globe University partner to provide enhanced fitness and health degree program for Globe students. (Lauren Flinn)

Happy National Sibling Day

Celebrate with your siblings. (Dana Millington)

Key Milestones Reached on Road to Recovery

The Minneapolis Area Association of Realtors released exciting news about the local housing market today. Now is a great time to list! (John and Becky Durham)

Thursday

No posts Thursday from Woodbury bloggers. We're always looking for new voices! Email kris.janisch@patch.com.

Friday

Mass murder in Philadelphia abortion clinic and the associated media blackout. (Kurt Shea)

 

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