Happy Father's Day - 4 Generations of Swetz's Well here is a priceless photograph taken at Knife Lake in Mora Minnesota around 1992.Robert "Vegas Bob" Swetz on the far left, my grandfather Steven Swetz in the middle, my father Robert Swetz Sr pointing at the camera on the far right and my son Jefferey with the red sweat pants.It's been many years since this photo was taken and actually I took it with a timer on the camera. Seems like yesterday and my grandfather passed around 5 years after this photo was taken and I already called my father and wished him a happy Father's Day ;o) 06/17/2018

Robert Vegas Bob Swetz is headed back to San Jose California Vegas Bob's 6 day trip in Minnesota has finally come to an end ;o(Robert Swetz will be flying back to San Jose California, and his visit went by so fast!I had a great visit with my father who turned 80 years old and more quality time with family and friends.The photo above was taken while I was visiting with my father in northern Minnesota, and the photo below was taken when I first met with my father in Hinkley Minnesota ;o)   10/25/2016

Fall Colors in Minnesota by Robert Swetz Robert "Vegas Bob" Swetz is visiting family and friends in Minnesota and he wasn't sure if he was going to get the chance to photograph the fall colors.Vegas Bob got lucky and came in at the very tail end of the leaves changing colors.    10/22/2016

 Some very interesting fun lawn ornaments ;o) When I was visiting my sister around 6 years ago in Minnesota we happen to take a drive to one of her friends home to make sure it was secure. As we walked around I couldn't help but see these little guys hanging around the trees. I mentioned to my sister before we left that I had to get out my camera and take a few photographs.  As I was focusing on these interesting lawn ornaments I burst out into laughter. My sister said what's so funny? I said to her, "these lawn ornaments are great" and what a fun way to create joy and laughter to a persons lawn and home.If you look close you can see that the ornaments are attached to a old piece of wood that looks like a branch on the first 2 photos and then 1 small screw is drilled into the tree.  I l... 10/01/2016

My father quit traveling by air several years ago because of his knees and back, so it's been long time since I've seen him.His last visit to Las Vegas was 2-3 years ago, I can't even remember. And it's been around 4-5 years since I have visited him in Minnesota.There is a friend of mine that sent me a text message yesterday and mentioned that the doctor has given his father 90 hours to live, give or take and my friend is the same age as me.And my friends father mentioned to his children that he (Does Not) want to be hooked up to life support machines, so it's only a matter of days.Between my sister back in Minnesota and my friend telling me about his father, it really has me thinking that Vegas Bob needs to visit his father. So where has all the time gone?  Robert Swetz Jr, Steven Swet... 08/07/2015

 Robert "Vegas Bob" Swetz would like to wish his father Robert G Swetz  Sr a very "Happy Fathers Day" ;o) Vegas Bob would also like to wish everyone at the ActiveRain network a wonderful Fathers Day. The photo above was taken on Fremont Street Las Vegas Nevada in 2013. My father Robert Swetz Sr is standing above, my brother Greg, sister Wendy, sister-in-law Michelle, brother-in-law Ron, and my brothers sons, Logan and Jake, the two little girls, Sherry and Kalina.This is the last time my father was ever to visit Las Vegas Nevada because he doesn't use the airlines anymore ;o(  The photo above was taken at Knife Lake in Mora Minnesota in 2010 at my grandfathers lake home. My father on the left, my son Jeffrey on the right and Sherry below.  And one of my favorite photos above was also ta... 06/20/2015

Devils Lake Shore home for sale in Mora Welcome to 1573 Devils Lake Drive Mora MN 55051 Click here for more details and photosAwesome lake place on a private lake near Mora. Wood fireplace in living room with walk out to huge deck. Knotty pine woodwork in great room. Balcony off master provides high view of lake, soaring white pines. 32 foot Dock, sauna by lake, screened porch to keep pests away, cement driveway, oversized garage, storage shed, what are you waiting for? Call or text Joel Friday @612-868-6287 for the latest update on this great lake home.Newer windows and roof, well outside so may need to move in for winter living. Seller willing to leave log furniture and appliances, dock.Lake shore homes in Kanabec county MN Nicest Lake shore homes in Kanabec county MN by Joel Friday o... 06/05/2015

This 4 BR home is located on nearly 10 acres and is now available Contract for Deed! The home has several recent updates including the roof, siding, plumbing and furnance! There is a bedroom and bath on the main level, with main level laundry. It has a nice wooded yard with more land available (60 acres).Price: $134,900 - Check out the video photo tour! 08/14/2011

Are you looking for a large piece of land to build your dream home?  This 60 acre property has a couple of good building sites and is priced well at $79,900.  Located 4 miles north of Ogilvie MN it offers a flexable location to commute from, with contract for deed terms available.  There several wooded acres along with several open acres with hunting and wildlife all around.  More info at: 2125XX HWY 47 - Ogilvie MN.   Also there is another property that is being split off from this one if you want to purchase together and move right in!  More info here!   08/08/2011

Looking for something to do? An excuse to get out of the house and enjoy the signs of spring? This is the place for ideas! Pine City is doing a citywide community blood drive, sponsered by the VFW and Auxillary on April 27th from 1-7. The drive will be at the Evangelical Free Church. For an appointment you can call 1-800-REDCROSS or visit www.redcrossblood.org. If you can't make it to Pine City, there is a drive coming up in Ogilvie on May 4th from 11-5. Call 272-5000 for an appointment in Ogilvie. There will be a breastfeeding conference held on April 27th and 28th at the Grand Event Center in Mora. This event is for professionals and community members alike. If interested you can call 679-5439 for more information. Braham Evangelical Lutheran Church is hosting a carnival on April 29th... 04/26/2011

"It is impossible to sell a home in this market." I'll agree - it's not easy... ...but it's not impossible.  Homes are still selling in Kanabec County.  In the last 6 months, 78 homes have sold in Kanabec County.  (April through October)  The price range of the homes that sold has been as low as $8,000 and as high as $499,000!   The average price of a sale for the last six months is $100,852 with just under 6 months on the market.  Homes are selling!  How do you compete?  The average price per finished square foot is $61.34.  Simply multiply this number by your total finished square footage for a rough estimate of your home's value in average condition. Is your home in higher demand?  The homes we see with the most interest right now are homes with 5+ acres and homes that qualify for FH... 10/23/2010

Robert Swetz (Vegas Bob's) Mother passed away 2:00 Central Time 8-27-2010   Robert Swetz is very sad because he didn't have the chance to say "Goodbye" to his Mother. I received a phone call yesterday from my sister saying our Mother's body was shutting down, and to wait a few days and see what happens. Dorothy Swetz aka (Dorothy Gilbert) was a very loving mother and shall be very missed by all of us. She had been fighting "Cancer" for around 35 years and we all wondered how she continued to be so strong. Dorothy (Dodie) came into our lives when our real Mother had left us when I was around eight years old, and even though Dodie was our step-mother I felt she was our real Mother because she was with us through all these years. I will be heading to Minnesota to spend some time with our F... 08/27/2010

Everyone knows the market has changed, but how about some actual numbers to give you an idea of what's going on in Mora, MN and surrounding areas? From January 1st to March 31st, 34 homes were sold in Kanabec County.  The average list price was $113,506, and the average number of days on market was 193.8.  The average sale price was $106,230.  17 of the 34 sold were $100,000 and less. From April 1st to June 30th, 35 homes sold in Kanabec County.  The average list price was $116,714, and the average number of days on market was 160.5.  The average sale price was $109,414.  Once again, 17 of the 35 sold were $100,000 and less. From July 1st to September 30th, 43 homes sold in Kanabec County.  The average list price was $146,542 and the average number of days on market was 195.8.  The aver... 12/15/2008

No one can enjoy freedom unless they are willing to surrender some part of it. Tha only way to entertain some folks is to listen to them.  (My in-laws) Education is a chest of tools. The only thing harder than sticking to a diet is keeping quiet about it. Success has many friends! If youth really were wise, it would miss most of its fun. No tears in the writer, no tears in the reader.  (Thank You Richard and others.) Have a great night. 08/02/2008

Here's another cool listing that just came on the market!  http://matrix.northstarmls.com/DAE.asp?ID=29228375-343520055-95 Joslyn Panka - keeping you updated with the NEWEST listings in Kanabec County and the surrounding areas! If you have any questions about this or any other Kanabec County properties, please feel free to e-mail me or call me at anytime! My cell phone for direct access - 612-850-3153 Enjoy your home hunting!   **Joslyn can sign you up for automatic e-mail alerts!   Find out IMMEDIATELY when a home that meets your specifications in Minnesota comes on the market.  It's free, and you can cancel it at anytime!  Email what your ideal home would be like to joslyn@joslynsells.com with the subject "Sign me up", and I will enroll you right away!**   07/21/2008

Ole and Lena wer expecting.  Ole needed to go out on a business trip and being it's in his custom that the man of the house names the child, he stopped by his brother Lars. Lars, I am going to be out of twon, if Lens has the Baby while I am gone will you name it for me. Ya, sure, said Lars. When Ole returned He stopped by to see Lars and ask if there was a new baby waiting for him. Thar sure is, Lena had Twins! WOW, said Ole, what did you name them. Well the girl I called Da-neese.  Denise, that's a pretty name said Ole...what did you call the other one? Well, that one is a boy...so I called him Da-nephew! AN OLDIE BUT A GOODIE. THIS IS A TRIBUTE TO A YOUNG FAMILY I KNOW WHO JUST HAD TWINS 2 DAYS AGO.  ALL ARE DOING FINE. 07/17/2008

You've already heard it, but I'll say it again - now is a GREAT time to buy a house in Kanabec County! Maybe you are looking for foreclosures in Mora Minnesota.  Or maybe you are just looking for an investment property in Ogilvie Minnesota.  Or maybe you just want a REALLY GOOD DEAL ON A HOUSE IN KANABEC COUNTY! Well, I wanted to help you find that dream home that you are looking for.  So I went ahead and did a search to find you cheap homes in Mora Minnesota and surrounding areas!   It's simple, free, and no obligation.  Just click here, or enter this link into your browser to see 31 listings in Kanabec County under $100,000! http://matrix.northstarmls.com/Matrix/Public/Email.aspx?ID=4947554629   If you have any questions about any of these properties, please feel free to e-mail me or ... 07/02/2008

Saturday the 3rd of May is a huge deal in Kanabec County.  There's lots to do, so get out there and have some fun! City wide garage sale day is the 3rd.  The Advertiser has run a long spread of all the sales going on this weekend and a map to guide you to them.  There are some awesome looking sales out there, and some great stuff!  Baby items, pontoon boats, and the Potato Wagon is making an appearance, too!  There's also a large auction being performed by Les Stromberg of Stromberg Auctioneering at the Kanabec County Fairgrounds.  It will definitely be a great day to find some deals!  Most sales start at 7 AM, so make sure you're up plenty early! May 3rd is also the annual Canoe Race down Snake River.  The race starts at the public access on County Road 3 (300th Avenue), and will end a... 04/28/2008

With the news telling us what a horrible market it is, many home sellers are worried that there is no hope for selling their home. I'm here to show you that there is. Right now, as of 2:07 AM on January 10th, there are 11 single family listings that are pending in Kanabec County. 7 of the houses pending are in Mora, Minnesota. 2 of the houses for sale are located in Ogilvie, Minnesota. 1 of the houses for sale is located in Brook Park, Minnesota. And last but not least, 1 of the houses for sale is located in Braham, within Kanabec County. The number of days on market for these properties in Kanabec County ranged anywhere from 47 days to 219, with the average days on market to come in at 132.  That means that it takes a little over 4 months on average to sell your home!  That puts our ma... 01/09/2008

This Saturday, January 12th, the students and faculty of Encore School of Music in Mora Minnesota will be performing for the annual winter recital! Come for some great musical performances at 9:30, 1:00 or 3:00.  Stay and meet the instructors and give the students a pat on the back.  They've earned it! I will be performing as well, so I hope to see you there! 01/09/2008