Friday, May 24, 2013
Find movie reviews and showtimes for theaters in Lakeville.
Editor's Note: All reviews and information aggregated from Moviefone and RottenTomatoes. Want to catch a movie this weekend? Here's Patch's roundup of movies playing at theaters near Richfield: Southdale AMC and Theaters at Mall of America. The Hangover Part III One sentence plot: "The Hangover Part III" is the third and final film in director Todd Phillips' record-shattering comedy franchise. Rotten Tomatoes viewer score: 88 Rotten Tomatoes critic score: 27 Reviews: "The first movie left you with an exhilarating rush. All that Part III leaves is, well, a hangover." Rolling Stone Full Review "The Hangover Part III gives off such a stench of creative decay that it hardly seems possible that even Phillips or his co-writers have any use for …
Tenants for the 19,000-square-foot retail space have yet be announced.
As Richfield's downtown center comes together, there is still plenty of space for new businesses to put down roots—especially at Lyndale Station. Lyndale Station replaced the former Kmart on 66th Street and Lyndale Avenue. The development's anchor tenant, LA Fitness, opened its doors last fall and a 19,000-square-foot retail space has been constructed. The last phase of construction will be a 8,500-square-foot restaurant space. While there are still no tenants announced for the retail or restaurant space, a restaurant is reportedly in lease negotiations now. Read: New Restaurant Coming to Lyndale Station? It's Possible What businesses would you like to see at Lyndale Station? Tell us in the comments section. Related articles: Join …
Thursday, May 23, 2013
LA Fitness is the only tenant at this time.
Thousands of retail and restaurant square footage still appear to be up for grabs at Lyndale Station, but that may change soon. The development, which replaced the former Kmart building, is anchored by LA Fitness. The developer, Wellington Management, Inc., has yet to name any other tenants for the adjacent 19,000-square-foot retail building or the future 8,500-square-foot restaurant space. Patch reached out to Lyndale Station property manager Todd Kaufman for details last week. Kaufman was unable to give any, however, he said the company should be able to give some "solid information" in the next few weeks. That information could be details on a new restaurant. According to Joanne Henry, a public relations representative with Henry …
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Check out what is newly on the market in town.
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
After six weeks of construction, the Richfield Liquor Store at 6444 Lyndale Ave. S. is now open. The revamped store opened Monday, May 13. If you haven't made it in, take a look at the video above for a peek at the renovations. Related articles:
One analyst hailed the Richfield-based retail giant for 'removing oodles of wasteful processes,' but others were more downhearted.
The word was mixed from Best Buy headquarters in Richfield Tuesday as the world's biggest electronics retailer announced earnings for its first fiscal quarter. Reuters reported the bad news/good news story: Best Buy Co Inc reported weak quarterly sales on Tuesday and warned that a slew of investments to entice shoppers could squeeze profits in the near term. The news overshadowed its better-than-expected first-quarter profit and sent shares of the world's largest consumer electronics chain down 4 percent in premarket trading. Fox Business quoted Best Buy CEO Hubert Joly: “This was the result of the Super Bowl shifting into last year’s fourth quarter as well as our decision to reduce sales in certain non-core businesses,” Best Buy CEO …
Monday, May 20, 2013
Minimize your costs at the gas pump with this helpful guide to the lowest gas prices in the city.
Seeing your bill at the gas pump climb to $50, $60 or even $70? The Minnesota statewide average gas price is $4.27—the highest in the lower 48 states, according to a Monday report in the Pioneer Press. Richfield's gas prices roughly mirror the state's predicament, with per-gallon prices at many stations hovering at or just below the average. Wondering where to go for the cheapest gas in Richfield? Here are a handful of local stations with the lowest gas prices on Monday morning, according to gasbuddy.com. Editor's note: Gas prices can change several times throughout the day, therefore there may be discrepencies between what is shown here and what the price is when you stop at a station. Where do you usually go for the lowest gas prices in…
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…
Sunday, May 19, 2013
Summer means lots of outdoor time—and lots of pesky mosquitos. Read on to find out how to repel bugs the "green" way.
Eating and playing outdoors this time of year are two of life’s great pleasures. But that often means exposure to bugs—including mosquitoes and ticks—that can cause serious health consequences. Elmer Gray, an entomologist with the University of Georgia in Athens, GA, says, “Mosquitoes transmit wide ranges of disease that can be deadly or severely debilitating. Here in the United States, last year was a record year for West Nile virus with cases recorded in all 48 contiguous states, an unprecedented range of occurrence.” While chemicals remain the top deterrent to bugs, there are also many safe, green approaches you can employ to repel pesky insects. 1. Avoid standing water. Gray says, “Water features are fine, but they have to be …
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 …
Kirsten
10:29 am on Monday, May 20, 2013
Good info, thanks. more ›