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Saint Michael, MN Real Estate News

By Suzanne McLaughlin, Sabinske & Associates, Realtor
(Sabinske & Associates, Inc. (Albertville, St. Michael))
The one great thing about being sick for a while is that you have a lot of new material to work with when you finally recuperate. But, this is one story that I didn't think I would ever tell. The listing that my buyers have been waiting and waiting and waiting for expired yesterday as we were going to file an extension of the short sale contingency.  I went to prepare the amendment, and I couldn't find the listing.  I finally had to pull up an old listing and found that ours was expired.  On the same day that we were going to file an extension! I have written about this agent before.  Nearly a third of her short sales go expired or canceled.  Not good.  So when I called her to let her know that it was expired, she really didn't know.  And, I had to call her husband who is also an agent ...
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By Suzanne McLaughlin, Sabinske & Associates, Realtor
(Sabinske & Associates, Inc. (Albertville, St. Michael))
Rose Thelen and Pat Sawatzke could be facing each other in November,  They are both sitting commissioners and would have to run against each other in the new redistricting plan and they couldn't overcome the majority in the new redistricting plan for the county.   This will certainly be interesting to watch.  I would rather see St. Michael with Hanover, but time will tell. There will be no further information on this race.  Let me know what you think. 
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By Suzanne McLaughlin, Sabinske & Associates, Realtor
(Sabinske & Associates, Inc. (Albertville, St. Michael))
St. Michael was incorporated as a city in 1890 .  You can see many of the old photographs in businesses around town.  St. Michael was originally a village in central Frankfort, Minnesota ,which was started by Germans, but later became its own town in 1934. Frankfort was a combination of present-day Albertville, Minnesota, Hanover, Minnesota, and St. Michael, Minnesota.                                     St. Michael is centrally located between St. Cloud and Minneapolis along Interstate 94, which provides easy access to the Twin Cities and a variety of Minnesota's northern recreational areas.   St. Michael's rural feel, convenient location, good schools and abundant parks, lakes and natural resources, make it a great place to live and work.   There are still spots where you can find ves...
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By Suzanne McLaughlin, Sabinske & Associates, Realtor
(Sabinske & Associates, Inc. (Albertville, St. Michael))
A proposed pet facility will be in front of the city council for a vote Tuesday night The St. Michael Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved the new store at the former Sports Diamond (and old flooring spot) at 12246 42nd St. NE in St. Michael, paving the way for a pet store/boarding/possible vet off Highway 241 in eastern St. Michael.. This is so exciting.  Our last pet store moved several years ago, and while we have groomers and a vet in the Albertville St. Michael communities there is a paucity of boarding kennels/facilities.  The request is to have a dog run and dog boarding as part of the complex, something that the city said drew some concerns from neighbors in the industrial and retail complex along Highway 241. The developer continued to work with the city, and sai...
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By Suzanne McLaughlin, Sabinske & Associates, Realtor
(Sabinske & Associates, Inc. (Albertville, St. Michael))
I was going to list all the groomers in Wright County, but I had no idea that there were so many.  So I decided to stick close to home. Here they are in no particular order: Bark Avenue Grooming Salon, 11094 61st St NE, Albertville, MN 763-497-1118 We offer bathing and grooming services in a safe, clean, and spacious facility. We have an Elevating tub for large dogs and comfort bathing for the smaller dogs. Every dog is treated with a refreshing bath, skin conditioning, blow dry, ear cleansing, and manicure. Our groomers are experts in hand scissoring, equally adept at following breed standards and individual preferences. For all dogs, including the nervous and anxious, we offer comfort spa, renew spa, and ultimate spa packages. We also offer: ·Nail trimming, grinding, and buffing. ·Ful...
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By Suzanne McLaughlin, Sabinske & Associates, Realtor
(Sabinske & Associates, Inc. (Albertville, St. Michael))
GB Leighton will perform in concert at STMA High School! There will be a silent auction as well! Proceeds will go to the Bryce Galvin Benefit Fund to help pay Bryce's medical expenses. Bryce is a 16-year-old STMA High School Student battling Multicentric Castleman's Disease, a rare and serious disease. Doors open at 6:30pm. The dance starts at 7 p.m.        Tickets are $10.00 at Hardware Hank, Saint Michael & Neighbors Eatery & Saloon, Albertville.  Tickets at the door will be $15.00 For more information, contact St. Michael-Albertville High School 5800 Jamison Ave NE, Saint Michael, MN 55376   Please come out in support of this brave kid and his family who are battling this disease with all they have.   This information came from the St. Michael Patch and other sources.  
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By Suzanne McLaughlin, Sabinske & Associates, Realtor
(Sabinske & Associates, Inc. (Albertville, St. Michael))
The American Trails organization named Minnesota the “Best Trails State.” The League of American Bicyclists ranked Minnesota the fourth most bike-friendly state in the country. And Minneapolis was named the top bike-friendly city in America by Bicycling magazine. This is great news, and St. Michael and Albertville are very bike-friendly, too.  Our new sidewalks which stretch from south of St. Michael nearly to the Albertville Mall along Labeaux Avenue (or County Road 19) are proof of the commitment these communities have made to pedestrians and bike enthusiasts from across the communities.  Here is some more information from the State of Minnesota on bicycling here in the Land of 10,000 Lakes: "Recreational cyclists can explore one of the largest and best-developed collections of paved ...
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By Suzanne McLaughlin, Sabinske & Associates, Realtor
(Sabinske & Associates, Inc. (Albertville, St. Michael))
It is spring!  Let's celebrate.  We have had some great weather recently, and the urge to purge and to garden is growing stronger day by day.      The St. Michael area residents who would like to get rid of some of that nasty stuff that's hanging out in the basement, garage or storage shed are welcome to participate in the St. Michael Clean-up Day!   Check with the City for more information, but normally you can dispose of old paint CANS, used motor oil, mattresses and some electronic along with the usual junk.  Prices for disposing of these items vary from year to year, so when more information becomes available, I will post it.  In the meantime, if you have any questions, please check with the city at http://www.ci.st-michael.mn.us/           photo by Danilo Rizzuti
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By Suzanne McLaughlin, Sabinske & Associates, Realtor
(Sabinske & Associates, Inc. (Albertville, St. Michael))
STMA Girls Fastpitch 2012 On-line Registration Now Open   March , All day   In-House League: For Kindergarteners through 3rd grade.  The Registration is now closed.      This is always a great time in the spring.  I love watching the girls even more than the boys.  They are so very, very competitive, and we are lucky to have such a great sports program here in St. Michael-Albertville.     
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By Suzanne McLaughlin, Sabinske & Associates, Realtor
(Sabinske & Associates, Inc. (Albertville, St. Michael))
  The 2012 Knights Baseball Salt Drive begins Monday, March 12th.   The salt drive will be delivering the salt on May 5th.    Thank you for supporting STMA Baseball!   Here is the Upcoming Schedule for 2012 - Go Knights!        Date Opponent Result 04/124:30 PM6:30 PM ·                                 @ Rogers (Rogers, MN) * ·                                 Preview Game   04/174:30 PM6:30 PM ·                                 @ Big Lake (Big Lake, MN) * ·                                 Preview Game   04/194:30 PM6:30 PM ·                                 Becker (Becker, MN) * ·                                 Preview Game   04/244:30 PM6:30 PM ·                                 @ Cambridge-Isanti (Cambridge, MN) * ·                                 Preview Game   04/264:30 PM6:30 PM ·   ...
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By Suzanne McLaughlin, Sabinske & Associates, Realtor
(Sabinske & Associates, Inc. (Albertville, St. Michael))
  St. Michael, Albertville, Elk River Will Be a New District 30A in the Legislature. The court panel put in charge of Minnesota State Legislative redistricting has made a decision regarding our area.  The.panel's decision on Minnesota State Legislative redistricting puts St. Michael at the heart of a new District 30A, which will team with Elk River for its new Senate District. 82341029key-vm6k1u4pc0kmnos69ksHanover, St. Michael, Albertville and Otsego will create a new Minnesota House District race this fall, thanks to a decision handed down by the court panel put in charge of Minnesota State Legislative redistricting. The new district, House District 30A, reflects the unprecedented growth over the last 10 years in northern Wright County, and pushes the Senate District for St. Michael, ...
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By Suzanne McLaughlin, Sabinske & Associates, Realtor
(Sabinske & Associates, Inc. (Albertville, St. Michael))
The St. Michael-Albertville Rotary Club is hosting its second annual art auction and wine tasting at the new St. Michael City Hall on February 16, 2012. The auction preview wine tasting and an hors d'oeurves service will begin at 5:30 pm, and the auction begins at 7.  The event is billed as Appreciate Art, Appreciate Rotary, and the admission is $10.  Net proceeds willsupport the Building It Together Campaign, on ongoing fundraising benefit for our local civic center, library and senior center.  For more information, contact Sandy Greninger at 763-416-7912 or email sgreninger@ci.st-michael.mn.us. This is a great event, and, if you haven't attended before, be sure to bring a credit card.  The art is amazing.  The wine and hors d'oeurves are fantastic.  See you there!        
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By Suzanne McLaughlin, Sabinske & Associates, Realtor
(Sabinske & Associates, Inc. (Albertville, St. Michael))
The Washington Times is reporting what could be some good news finally in the foreclosure area.     "State and federal officials on Thursday announced a settlement of $26 billion with five of the nation’s banks over flawed and fraudulent foreclosure practices that affected several million homeowners and became commonplace after the housing boom turned to bust in recent years. It is the largest government-industry settlement in more than a decade." What does this mean for Minnesotans?   You can go to the Attorney General's website and get all the information you need.  There will be up to $77 million in direct payments to Minnesota borrowers as follows: Borrowers who were foreclosed on between January 1, 2008 and December 31, 2011 will be eligible for cash refunds estimated to be around ...
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By Suzanne McLaughlin, Sabinske & Associates, Realtor
(Sabinske & Associates, Inc. (Albertville, St. Michael))
When I started this latest Challenge, I really had no idea about how I would present the required topics.   But, it all unfolded one day at a time.   I reported on Content, Weltenschauung, Community Guidelines, Newcomers, etc.   But, one of my invitees is very close to my heart.  He has taken the invitation to the Rain very seriously. (And, I think, if the economic picture improves, he may even take the plunge into real estate sales.) I posted this photo once earlier in the month when I introduced him as one of my "invitations".   Since that time, Ron Marshall has made it to the 200,000 point threshold.   I wanted to congratulate him.  And, wish him every success in the Rain.   He is participating in the 2012 BIG Jumpstart Challenge, and, he is not holding back.  It took some convincing...
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By Suzanne McLaughlin, Sabinske & Associates, Realtor
(Sabinske & Associates, Inc. (Albertville, St. Michael))
Despite the recent weather conditions, the St. Michael Minnesota Lions Club will be hosting their annual Fishing Contest on Beebe Lake after all. The event will be held February 4, 2012, from noon to 3 p.m. and will feature an expanded fishing area.   The contest is open to everyone and tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children 18 and younger.  This year's raffle prizes include a gas-powered ice auger (why didn't I get one of these for Christmas?), Vexilar FL20 Ultra, fishing equipment and various gift certificates.   Tickets may be purchased at Dehmers Meats, Hardware Hank and from Lions members.   The Lions and Boy Scouts will be offered food, coffee and sodas.   Bring the whole family for fun in the great outdoors on our one public lake in the county!   You can click on the Lion...
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By Suzanne McLaughlin, Sabinske & Associates, Realtor
(Sabinske & Associates, Inc. (Albertville, St. Michael))
Are you intestate?  That doesn't sound like something good, does it?  There are so many clients I meet that haven't had that conversation with their loved ones, let alone with themselves.  Do you know what will happen to your property, accounts and personal belongings after you are no longer here?  Do you have a painting, a quilt, a favorite fishing rod that you would like a grandson, niece or special friend to have to remember you by? Planning at any stage of life is a good thing.  You might have children.  Have you designated a guardian?  Have you made provisions for life insurance for them?  Do you know how children could pay for a funeral? These are all questions no one wants to think about.  But, since I have three friends who have recently lost loved ones and I have as well, they ...
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By Suzanne McLaughlin, Sabinske & Associates, Realtor
(Sabinske & Associates, Inc. (Albertville, St. Michael))
    Whhoooooo - Scary......It’s the time of year for ghosts and goblins, witches and werewolves. But with all the spooks about, there’s one thing you don’t have to worry about—finding something to do. 1. Kindermusik. Great Lakes Chiropractic is offering a free Kindermusik class on Thursday, October 27 from 9:45 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. 2. Trick or Trunk. Alleluia Lutheran Church is sponsoring a Trick or Trunk at the St. Michael Elementary parking lot on Saturday, October 29th. Car trunks will be decorated with different themes and candy will be given out to trick or trunkers from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. All trick-or-trunkers are asked to bring clothes/winter coats/food to donate to Hanover Food & Clothing Shelf.  3. Coborns Kids Day. Bring your kids to Coborns on Saturday October 29 between 1 p.m. a...
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By Suzanne McLaughlin, Sabinske & Associates, Realtor
(Sabinske & Associates, Inc. (Albertville, St. Michael))
Tomorrow is the big day!  Love books?                                     The Friends of the St. Michael-Albertville-Hanover Library are hosting the all Book Sale with the bag sale beginning at 1pm.   Paperbacks and VHS videos, trade paperbacks and hardcovers are all available.   Many best-sellers and DVDs are also available.   Purchase a canvas Friends book bag for $15 and fill it with books. All proceeds will go to the Friends to support programming, special equipment and furnishings for the new library. Volunteers are still needed. Inquire at the Library.   Library: Great River Regional Library - Saint Michael    Map Contact Number: 796-497-1998   The Crow River Senior Center will also be serving coffee and cookies available for purchase.   Bring a friend and get your winter reading ...
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By Suzanne McLaughlin, Sabinske & Associates, Realtor
(Sabinske & Associates, Inc. (Albertville, St. Michael))
The annual Fall Fling is October 21,2011, at the Crow River Senior Center.  It should be a great time.  I have volunteered to work at the reception desk, but I would have attended anyway.  There are lots of homemade projects to be had....very nice items for Christmas gifts, a soup and pie luncheon, too. Those women can cook!  There will be chili and at least six other Cook's Choice soups, pies to try and beverages will be provided.  Come and look around.  You can't beat a homemade dishcloth hand-knitted for durability, lingerie dryers, real cotton dishtowels that are hand-embroidered, and a great amount of other goodies. So, if you have time, and want to beat the rush of Christmas-shopping, this would be a great place to start.  See you there.  Lunch is served until about 1:00 p.m.     ...
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By Suzanne McLaughlin, Sabinske & Associates, Realtor
(Sabinske & Associates, Inc. (Albertville, St. Michael))
When this law was first written and the funding was there, this would have been a great program.  Unfortunately, all of the support was taken out of it by the time the bill was initially signed, and then, to the schools, it became an albatross with lots of mandates, but no money to enforce them or assist students.  Now, with Governor Dayton and the Minnesota state teachers' union has it their way, the federal No Child Left Behind program may be a thing of the past for all state schools.  This is from the St.Michael Patch:  The governor announced last week that Minnesota would seek exemption from the law in favor of coming up with their own solution for increasing academic achievement and closing the achievement gap. That's fine with St. Michael-Albertville's new head of schools. “I supp...
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