Soberg Review – Awesome Oil Change

Dave took our van in for an oil change to Precision Tune in Elk River last week. Being a frugal hubby, he is always on the lookout for oil change coupons. On the Precision Tune website, he found their coupon page, and noticed something new. They are offering...

Jo Ann Fabrics Coming to Elk River

Great news for us “crafty” types: they are opening a new Jo Ann Fabrics in Elk River! I noticed a construction project under way where the old Target store was located (next to Cub right on 169), so I had to check it out. Opening date is designated...

Civil War re-enactors to observe Memorial Day in Elk River cemetary

This Memorial Day, May 30th 2011, members from the First Minnesota Volunteer Infantry Inc. will meet at Vernon Cemetery in Elk River to honor our civil war heroes. In addition, they will be dedicating a new headstone for Pvt. William Coombs, a member...

Meadowvale School’s 20th Annual Carnival This Friday

School carnivals are always a fun way to spend a Friday night out with the family. This year marks the 20th anniversary of  the Meadowvale Elementary School Carnival. Food, drinks, and games galore promise to make this years event one to remember. Wristbands...

Craft Show in Elk River

The 20th Annual Elk River Craft and Home Business Show will be held Saturday, May 1st from 9 am -4 pm and Sunday, May 2nd 10 – 2 pm  at the Elk River Arena. There is no charge for admission.

Minnesota Homeowners Are Not Exempt

Thanks to Kathy for sending this in an email this morning: Homeowner blues: 92,500 Minnesotans facing foreclosure Star Tribune Friday, November 19, 2009 Economists say the recession is over, but tell that to the 92,500 Minnesota homeowners who are facing...

More Sherburne County Fair Video Clips

Here is another Sherburne County Fair video: [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cyg_rtnwsrM[/youtube]

Sherburne County Fair 4-H Entries

When I was in elementary school, I joined the 4-H club at Travis Air Force Base in California. Seeing the exhibits at the fair brought back memories of my days in leatherworking and sewing clubs, and in the leadership of our group. I even still have my...

Sherburne County Fair Emergency Services Booth

Dave and I volunteered at the Emergency Services booth at the Sherburne County Fair for four hours on Saturday. There were three displays to look at: Sherburne County CERT program Sherburne County Sheriff Mounted Patrol Sherburne County ARES Amateur...

Sherburne County Fair Guitar Hero Contest

After Dave and I finished our four-hour shift at the Sheriff’s Building, we visited the fair. We watched two of the Guitar Hero contests, hosted by Freddie Prez of California. Freddie puts on an impressive show and made things fun for the participants...