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Do you have a spectacular holiday lights display? Let us know about it

December 3, 2007 - 2:00pm — Kristin Holtz

The Independent Review would like to include a listing of holiday lights displays from around Meeker County in our print edition and on our Web site.


ASKING THE READER: What’s the best Christmas gift you’ve ever received?

November 28, 2007 - 4:56pm — Kristin Holtz

Readers are invited to think back on Christmases past and recall their favorite Christmas gift. Was it a toy rocking horse? A handmade gift from your child? The keys to your first car?


Meeker County residents living longer, coroner’s office reports

June 17, 2008 - 4:23pm — Kristin Holtz

Meeker County recorded just one traffic death during 2007 and there were no homicides, according to Dr. Janis C. Amatuzio, who serves as coroner for Meeker and eight other counties in central Minnesota.

Amatuzio presented her annual report on June 3 to the County Board. Among her statistics:


A change of pace

June 13, 2008 - 8:13am — Kristin Holtz

Troy Atkinson is like most Americans — tired of the rising gas prices.

However, instead of complaining, Atkinson decided to do something about it. He purchased a 49-cc motor scooter in late April and is now feeling the savings all the way to the gas pump.

“I really enjoy it,” Atkinson said. “You feel a little funny riding it at first, but after a while you get used to it and actually it’s kind of fun.”


May 8, 2008 - 9:29am
Customers lock in a stamp that lasts forever

Postal customers can buy the Forever Stamp for 41 cents through Sunday, which can be used for mailing one-ounce, First-Class letters anytime in the future — regardless of future price changes. However, on Monday, the cost of the Forever Stamp and other first-class postage will increase by 1 cent, from 41 cents to 42 cents. Read more by clicking here.


It’s now or never to buy 41-cent stamp that will last forever

May 8, 2008 - 9:20am — Kristin Holtz

It’s an undeniable fact of life that nothing lasts forever. Well, except maybe that stamp you bought last week.

With U.S. Postal Service rates set to increase Monday, some consumers are locking in a good buy with the Forever Stamp.


Give houseplants some TLC before spring

February 28, 2008 - 5:06pm — Kristin Holtz

After a long winter, our houseplants could use a little attention before we get busy with the coming outdoor gardening season.


In an emergency, don’t panic; be prepared

February 22, 2008 - 2:24pm — Kristin Holtz

Tornados in Tennessee. Flooding in southeastern Minnesota. Ice storms in Oklahoma. Are you ready for an emergency?

While none of us knows when disaster will strike, being prepared in advance can take the stress out of the unknown.

Meeker County Emergency Management Assistant Karla Hyberger and Public Health Nurse Michelle Koch are leading two emergency preparedness classes March 6 titled, “Are You Ready?” aimed at getting local families ready for an emergency.


Workshop will help people match their interests with occupations

February 4, 2008 - 3:57pm — Kristin Holtz

Have you always wondered what you wanted to be when you grew up? Discover what occupations correspond with your work interests.

The Litchfield WorkForce Center is offering a free workshop, Assessing Your Work Interests, 9:30 to 11 a.m. Feb. 14 at the Litchfield WorkForce Center, 114 Holcombe Ave N., Suite 170, Litchfield. All workshops are open to the public. For more information, call Nichole at (320) 693-2859.


Alarms, maintenance can prevent carbon monoxide deaths

January 28, 2008 - 3:24pm — Kristin Holtz

ST. PAUL — Carbon Monoxide is the leading cause of poisoning death in the U.S. The Minnesota Department of Health estimates that in just five years (2002–2006), 92 Minnesotans died from unintentional exposure to this colorless, tasteless, odorless gas. Prevention of CO deaths, according to State Fire Marshal Jerry Rosendahl, is a matter of knowledge, maintenance and adequate warning.


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