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Saturday, March 30, 2013

I-94 Reconstruction Could Mean Major Delays for Twin Cities Cabin Goers

A 2013 resurfacing project on I-94 from Clearwater to St. Cloud could bring potential backup of up to 20 miles or more during peak travel times, according to MnDOT.

As the Minnesota winter slowly gives way to spring, road construction projects around the Twin Cities and Minnesota are gearing up for another season. Among the projects is a resurfacing 7.5 miles of Interstate 94 north of the Twin Cities from Clearwater to St. Cloud. The Minnesota Department of Transportation estimates the project could impact a backup of traffic of “20 miles or more during peak travel periods.” With residents in Richfield and the rest of the metro getting ready to make travel plans for spring and summer, MnDOT is urging drivers to consider an alternate route during the Clearwater to St. Cloud I-94 reconstruction project. “Find the best route that works for you based on where you’re leaving from and when and your …

Sunday, November 25, 2012

Ten Ways to Entertain Visiting Relatives

Do you have relatives in town for the holidays? Here are a few ideas to get them out of your hair!

Friday, November 2, 2012

Letter to the Editor

Richfield Music Programs Represent on the East Coast

A local resident and trip chaperone tells of the students' travels (before Hurricane Sandy) and their good behavior in the following Letter to the Editor.

Dear Editor, I just wanted to spend a few minutes telling you about the wonderful trip the Richfield Music program recently took to the East Coast. After spending 24 hours on a bus ride to Boston, we listened to the choir sing in front of Faneuil Hall marketplace. On the first day in Boston the Band and Choir had a concert clinic at the Cambridge Masonic Hall, with a member of the MIT staff leading. In the afternoon, we had a great history lesson on how Boston became the great city that it is and then followed the Freedom Trail to the USS Constitution. We had dinner at the Hard Rock Café, then off to a performance of the longest running play in the United States, Shear Madness. The play involves audience participation and the students were…

Saturday, September 15, 2012

Richfield Senior Spotlight: Emily Mylander, Tennis

Emily said she would love to go to France because she loves shopping.

Editor's Note: Richfield Patch is running a series of occasional features that will highlight senior athletes at both Richfield High School and the Academy of Holy Angels. Look for more "Senior Spotlights" throughout the fall sports season. How would you describe yourself in three words or less? Nice, caring and unique. What is your favorite subject in school? History. Do you have a favorite sports memory that sticks out to you? Going to the tennis sections a couple years ago and watching my friends compete. What song do you listen to before games/matches to get pumped up? "I Made It." Do you play any other sports? Ski jump. If you could visit any place in the world, where would you go and why? France because I love shopping. What are your…

Richfield Senior Spotlight: Stephanie McGinness, Soccer

Stephanie said if she could go anywhere in the world it would be Greece.

Editor's Note: Richfield Patch is running a series of occasional features that will highlight senior athletes at both Richfield High School and the Academy of Holy Angels. Look for more "Senior Spotlights" throughout the fall sports season. How would you describe yourself in three words or less? Athletic, dedicated and outgoing. What is your favorite subject in school? Political science. Do you have a favorite sports memory that sticks out to you? Playing soccer in the rain. What song do you listen to before games/matches to get pumped up? Whatever is on the radio that's pumped up. Do you play any other sports? Gymnastics. If you could visit any place in the world, where would you go and why? Greece, because it's such a beautiful and …

Saturday, September 8, 2012

Voting for Patch's Summer Vacation Photo Contest Finals Ends Sunday

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Richfield Senior Spotlight: Madison Martin, Tennis

Madison said everyone has to see Paris.

Editor's Note: Richfield Patch is running a series of occasional features that will highlight senior athletes at both Richfield High School and the Academy of Holy Angels. Look for more "Senior Spotlights" throughout the fall sports season. How would you describe yourself in three words or less? Caring, adventurous and creative. What is your favorite subject in school? Math. Do you have a favorite sports memory that sticks out to you? I remember playing my very first singles match sophomore year as an exhibition and the whole team was cheering me on and encouraging me! It was the coolest thing. What song do you listen to before games/matches to get pumped up? "Baby Got Back" by Sir-Mix-Alot Do you play any other sports? Gymnastics in the …

Saturday, September 1, 2012

Don't Forget to Vote for Your Favorite Photo

Voting for the final submission in Patch's Summer Vacation Photo Contest ends Sunday.

Wednesday, August 29, 2012

Reminder: Final Day to Submit Vacation Photos for Patch Contest

The deadline is Wednesday evening. Enter and you could be the winner of a $25 Caribou gift card and entered into the finals to win a mini vacation!

Saturday, August 25, 2012

Finalists Announced For Week 3 Photo Contest; Vote Today

The voting period ends Sunday night.

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