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Should Sales Tax Be Applied to Clothing?
In this week's Hot Topics conversation, we want to know how you feel about a bill that has been introduced in the State Legislature.
Becky Glander, Patch Staff
Becky Glander, Patch Staff
- Minnetonka, MN
I have been an editor for Patch since August 2011.
My love for journalism began in the fourth grade when I started a newspaper, the St. Bernard Gazette, at school. We published a couple of issues before my staff decided they didn't want to stay inside for recess to work on it anymore.
I graduated from St. Cloud State University with a degree in mass communications, print journalism sequence, and a minor in communication studies. I have one child: a seven-year-old named Faith who is in second grade. She loves school and figure skating.
Before coming to Patch, I was the editor of two weekly newspapers in MN. I spent two years as the editor of the Pine City Pioneer in Pine City before my company moved me to Cambridge to edit the Isanti-Chisago County Star for another two years.
Email or call me anytime at becky.glander@patch.com or 763-280-2868.
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A Resident of Minnetonka, 'Dear Abby' Dies at 94
Famous advice columnist Pauline Esther Phillips, better known as 'Dear Abby,' lived in Minnetonka.
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What's Closed in Minnetonka on Martin Luther King Jr. Day?
Schools, libraries and city hall will be closed on Monday, Jan. 21.
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Minnetonka Schools Foundation Hosts 'Dream Makers Dinner' to Support Schools
The event in Minneapolis on Feb. 9 includes dinner, auctions and raffles.
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Vitali's Bistro and Steel Toe Taproom: SLP Business Roundup
A roundup of local business news.
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Minnetonka Real Estate Market Finishes the Year Strong
The median price of a home in Minnetonka rose 9.4 percent in 2012 over 2011, from $233,000 to $255,000.
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Which Minnetonka Kindergarten Option Is Best for Your Child?
Patch explores the kindergarten programs at Minnetonka Schools.
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Mayor of Minnetonka Presents the State of the City on Feb. 13
Attendees must RSVP by Feb. 1.
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UPDATE: School Bus Incident Slows Traffic on Highway 7 Due to Medical Emergency
Traffic was backed up going both directions Monday afternoon on Highway 7.
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Man Sentenced to 15 Years for Driving with Loaded Pistol in Minnetonka
Michael Dennis Stanke will serve 180 months in prison on one count of being a felon in possession of a firearm.
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Rep. John Benson: 'I Support Introduced Priority Pieces of Legislation'
"Before us is the challenge of honestly balancing the state’s approximately $2 billion deficit."
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Sen. Terri Bonoff: Focused on Balancing the State Budget
"Leadership from both sides of the aisle spoke of the need for respectful, constructive debate as we address the issues facing our state."
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Capitol Review: Modifying Tax Exemption for Clothes, Restoring School Payment
Legislators get busy with bills on their first week.
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Rainy Weather Closes Outdoor Skating Rinks Friday, Saturday
The rinks are expected to re-open on Sunday.
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Winter Weather Advisory Issued For Hennepin County
The National Weather Service says freezing drizzle, snow, slippery roads, strong winds and wind chills of 15 to 20 below zero are expected through noon Saturday.
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Met Council Appoints John Gunyou to Transportation Board
The Three Rivers Park District Commissioner will represent Carver and Scott counties, as well as a portion of Hennepin.
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Celebrate the Chinese New Year in Minnetonka
The free event gives local teachers and community volunteers the opportunity to showcase various Chinese traditions on Jan. 25.
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Crime Alert in Minnetonka: Six Burglaries Since Dec. 2
Most of the cases occurred during the afternoon and early evening hours and involve the suspect breaking a window to gain entry into the home.
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Are You Ready? Kids' Fest Is Sunday, Feb. 10
Hopkins-Minnetonka Recreation Services hosts a great day for kids, complete with dog sled rides, magic shows, bingo and more. All activities are free.
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Learn About Vietnamese New Year at the Library
Kids will learn unicorn moves and drumming to drive off bad luck, listen to zodiac tales, watch and dance along with a cultural dance group and enjoy a martial arts demonstration at Ridgedale Library on Sunday, Feb. 3.
Becky Glander, Patch Staff
