Monday, May 20, 2013
This week's compilation includes a continuing search for Mandy Matula, officers shot in Minneapolis, thousands of speeding tickets and burglary suspect calls victim.
Editor’s Note: Every week we bring you a sampling of stories from Patch sites in the west metro: Eden Prairie, Edina, Fridley, Golden Valley, Hopkins, Lake Minnetonka, Maple Grove, Minnetonka, Plymouth, Richfield, Shakopee, Southwest Minneapolis, St. Louis Park and St. Michael. Maple Grove Burglary Suspects in Custody After Multi-City Pursuit Police are crediting a concerned neighbor for calling 911 as the burglary reportedly occurred Wednesday. Family, Friends and Strangers Search For Mandy Matula A large-scale public search for Matula began Saturday morning in Victoria and Waconia. "I just can't imagine the pain the family's going through, and I want to help," she said Laura Powers of Savage. SLP Woman Warns Police of Clown-Suit-Wearing…
Business spotlight: family-owned Little Feet Childrens Shoes store at the Fountains of Arbor Lakes.
When the Fountains of Arbor Lakes shopping complex opened in Maple Grove, Little Feet Childrens Shoes was one of the first businesses to open in 2006. A year later, the owners Arlene Kielley and Carisa Fegers added a second location in Minnetonka. After seven years, the family-owned and operated business continues to provide a variety of products for children newborn to youth. “We are a business managed by women who are mothers with their own little feet at home,” Fegers said. “We are constantly reminded what fabulous, loyal customers that we have, who support and understand the importance of our small business.” The locally owned business is not part of a corporation or franchise – and its owners are regularly seen on the sales floor and…
Sunday, May 19, 2013
His Maple Grove address was found in Jeffrey Trevino's car after she went missing, the Star Tribune reported.
An amended criminal complaint alleging that Jeffery Trevino murdered his wife, Kira (Trevino) Steger, references an unnamed Maple Grove resident, according to the Star Tribune: Days after Kira Steger went missing in late February, a search of her abandoned car recovered divorce documents, while a search of her husband Jeffery Trevino’s vehicle recovered the address of a Maple Grove man Steger had been romantically linked to. ... Steger, also known as Kira Trevino, but whose legal last name remained Steger after her marriage, exchanged “numerous” text messages that night with the Maple Grove man, who was out of town, according to an amended complaint filed in Ramsey County District Court. Read the full article at startribune.com. Related:
From the north to south metro, mark the calendar for free activities May 26 to June 1, 2013.
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Information provided by Three Rivers Park District. Free Family Fun Day: Wetland Birds Sunday, May 26, from 1-3 p.m., at Kroening Interpretive Center, in North Mississippi Regional Park, Minneapolis. Learn about different types of birds that call a wetland home. There will be mounts, books, photos and more to help you along. Walk along the river to look for herons, egrets and other wetland birds. This program is free and open to all ages. Forest Play Sunday, May 26, from 3-4 p.m., at Richardson Nature Center, in Hyland Lake Park Reserve, Bloomington. Bring the kids to explore, play, and build stick forts in the Off-Trail Exploration Area with a naturalist. Wear clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty. It’s all about having fun in …
The watch is in effect until 9 p.m. Sunday, May 19.
Update 5:10 p.m. May 19 The National Weather Service issued a special statement: .THUNDERSTORMS MOVING INTO/DEVELOPING OVER ANOKA...CARVER... CHISAGO...DAKOTA...HENNEPIN...RAMSEY AND WASHINGTON COUNTIES THROUGH 530 PM CDT... AT 455 PM CDT...WEATHER SERVICE RADAR WAS TRACKING STRONG THUNDERSTORMS ALONG A LINE EXTENDING FROM THE LAKE MINNETONKA AREA TO MINNEAPOLIS TO 6 MILES EAST OF EAGAN. THESE STORMS WERE MOVING NORTH AT 45 MPH. WINDS UP TO 50 MPH ARE EXPECTED WITH THESE STORMS. LOCATIONS IN OR NEAR THE PATH OF THESE STORMS INCLUDE... MINNEAPOLIS. ST. PAUL. GOLDEN VALLEY. PLYMOUTH. MAPLE GROVE. WILLERNIE. LINO LAKES. HUGO. Original Article: Following a morning of thunderstorms and hail in areas of the Twin Cities, the National Weather …
Homeowner: “I thought a bomb went off.”
As heavy rains and thunderstorms moved through Maple Grove Sunday, May 19, a Maple Grove home on the 9900 block of Troy Lane was struck by lightning. Homeowner Deb McGray said the lightning hit the home shortly before 7 a.m. Sunday morning. “I thought a bomb went off,” she said, stating the sound was “horrific.” McGray said her husband went out the front door, saw the house on fire and advised her to call 911. Approximately 30 to 40 Maple Grove firefighters from two stations were at the home Sunday morning working on the home. Maple Grove Fire Chief Scott Anderson said 4 by 8 piece of the roof was “blown off by the lightning.” No injuries have been reported. Crews were still on the scene around 8 a.m. Sunday morning investigating an …
This week's selections include a new Taco Bell, more on the Buddhist monastery, another attempt at school levies and a healthier sport drink for young athletes.
Editor’s Note: Every week we bring you a sampling of stories from Patch sites in the west metro: Eden Prairie, Edina, Fridley, Golden Valley, Hopkins, Lake Minnetonka, Maple Grove, Minnetonka, Plymouth, Richfield, Shakopee, Southwest Minneapolis, St. Louis Park and St. Michael. Dibble Introduces MN Same-Sex Marriage at MN Senate: 'A Very Simple Bill' Southwest Minneapolis' state representative introduced his gay-marriage bill at the Minnesota Senate Monday. Kiffmeyer: MN Same-Sex Marriage Bill Betrays Vow that 'Nothing Would Change' Minnesota state Sen. Mary Kiffmeyer, who represents St. Michael-Albertville, recalled promise that 'no' votes on constitutional amendment to ban marriage wouldn't lead to legalization. ZipRealty Lists Westonka …
Saturday, May 18, 2013
Share your photos from the 2013 event at the Earle Brown Heritage Center.
From preschoolers to youth, a variety of activities are taking place May 20-25, 2013 in the Twin Cities.
Information provided by Three Rivers Park District. Preschool Drop-off: Kits & Cubs: Pond Life Monday, May 20, from 1-3 p.m., at Lowry Nature Center, in Carver Park Reserve, Victoria. Drop off your preschooler to explore nature in spring. They will discover the natural world through hands-on learning, stories, art, songs, play activities, live animals and hikes. Cost is $10 and reservations are required. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation and reference activity number #211316-11. This program is for ages 4-5. Preschool Drop-off: Doodlebugs Tuesday, May 21, from 9:30-11:30 a.m., or 1-3 p.m., at Silverwood Park, St. Anthony. Each week’s activities are based on a different children’s book with a nature-inspired art theme. Kids spend part…
A look at recent blogs posted on Maple Grove Patch.
Each week, Maple Grove community members turn to Patch’s Local Voices section to share information, insight and opinions about what matters to them. Patch blogs give anyone from gardening enthusiasts to local business owners the power to easily connect with the whole neighborhood. Here’s a look at what Maple Grove Patch bloggers had to say over the last week. Is Your Sales Hiring Process Too Long? Lee B. Salz tells hiring professionals to be timely when hiring sales employees. “Top salespeople are turned off by elongated interview processes,” Salz writes. Canada Taekwondo Open Athletes from Grandmaster Lee’s World Taekwondo School in Maple Grove brought home 15 medals from a recent tournament. Basswood Principal to Sleep on Roof! New …
Mike Hindin
10:40 am on Sunday, May 19, 2013
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