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On the article Video: Tornado Strikes Hazelwood
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On the Blog Post Simple Things in Auto Repair
Troy Melhus
1:03 pm on Friday, December 28, 2012
ReplyKeith & Marina: Two questions for you—wondering if you could answer them for me.
(1) Can you talk about washing your car in freezing temperatures? I know we want to wash the salt mixtures off our cars, but what about freezing locks, windows, etc? At what temperature do you turn off your car washes?
(2) Can you give some advice on tire tread, tire pressures, etc. in the colder, snowier months?
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On the Blog Post Simple Things in Auto Repair
Troy Melhus
11:10 pm on Tuesday, December 18, 2012
ReplyGreat to see you up on the site Marina & Keith!
Keep in mind I'm the guy whose high school friends once suggested I need to change my "blinker fluid"—and I *almost* believed them. (I was young). But there's still a lot about cars I don't know.
Can't wait to learn more!
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On the article 'Holiday Sip & Shop' — Raising Money for a Good Cause
Troy Melhus
11:37 pm on Tuesday, November 27, 2012
ReplyThis was an amazing turnout at an event like this to raise money and awareness for a new Down Syndrome Awareness Center that is coming to St. Louis Park.
Amy Jackson, who helped coordinate the event, did a remarkable job bringing so many people and vendors together to raise money for this cause.
Please share your thoughts here why a center like GiGi's Playhouse is important to the Twin Cities.
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On the Blog Post BLOG: Why Does Joe Atkins Hide His Pro-Choice Record?
Troy Melhus
5:45 pm on Friday, October 19, 2012
Thank you, Jeff.
Personal attacks and ad hominem insults have no place in these discussions. If you can't share your opinions like respectful adult, they are not welcome on Patch.
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On the article Welcome to Olivette Patch! Here's 12 Ways to Make Your Mark
Troy Melhus
2:18 am on Friday, August 24, 2012
ReplyCongratulations to everyone there on this great launch—and congratulations most to Olivette!
Welcome to the Patch family! You're going to love it. Just ask your 23 St. Louis area siblings—there's nothing else like it!
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On the article Ask the Patch Pro: Abby Jimenez of Nadia Cakes
Troy Melhus
10:18 pm on Thursday, June 28, 2012
ReplyHi Abby!
Question for you (or anyone else out there who may know the answer):
There are a lot of videos out there on YouTube that claim to teach you how to frost a cupcake well, but I don't want to sit and watch every one to find a good one. (You never know what you'll get with a click on YouTube :)
Are there any you've seen (or made yourself?) that you recommend?
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On the article UPDATE: VIDEO: $1 Million Home Destroyed in Troy Burne Fire; No Injuries
Troy Melhus
4:32 pm on Sunday, May 27, 2012
ReplyHi @Tom—re: covering this story because of the home value loss:
I actually thought this was worthy of coverage not because of the incidental value of this particular house or neighborhood, but because an estimated 60 firefighters from 10 neighboring departments all responded. That is remarkably significant—not to mention there was some pretty darn dramatic video footage of the fire.
But you're absolutely right, though, to note that EVERY house fire has major, significant impact on any number of people for the rest of their lives. We can, should, and will acknowledge that as often as we can.
We obviously can't be at every house fire, but will always do our best to cover as much for the community as we can.
-Troy
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On the article UPDATE: VIDEO: $1 Million Home Destroyed in Troy Burne Fire; No Injuries
Troy Melhus
10:23 pm on Saturday, May 26, 2012
ReplyHi Mike: I was able to update this story here tonight with more details on the property as well as additional information from the River Falls Fire Department. I've included a copy of their press release to the media as well.
If anyone in the neighborhood has additional photos or details to share, please let us know.
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On the article Have You Planned Your Iowa 'Staycation?' Our Patch Pros Offer Oodles of Suggestions
Troy Melhus
12:22 pm on Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Chuck!
It's *so great* to see you here—and these are all great places! Look forward to seeing you again on the bike this summer!!
Here are my tips:
++ Iowa City has always had a special place in my heart, of course—and I'm a big fan of the Hotel Vetro. Very chic place. I don't know if it's worth $150/night and up, but it's very mod. Have dinner at Joseph's and settle in for the night.
++ I have BIG love for Decorah as well. Maybe it's my Norwegian heritage, but that place is just a treasure. Great biking and camping up in that area as well.
++ And then, of course, don't forget Anamosa. Whether you're staring at the giant gothic walls of the prison (from the outside, I hope), or overlooking the rolling fields from atop the Shaw House lookout (which used to be a B&B; not sure now), you will appropriately feel like you are standing inside a Grant Wood painting. And be sure to pay your respects—he's buried at the edge of town near the beautiful Wapsipinicon River there!
Troy Melhus
10:24 pm on Wednesday, April 10, 2013
Glad you're safe Candace!