Memorial Day BBQ? 8 Money-Saving Tricks (Sponsored)

Who’s NOT planning a BBQ this weekend? If the weather holds and you’ve got propane or charcoal, chances are, you’re grilling something with your friends and family. Here, new ideas for keeping your costs down. Sponsored by Home Depot.

Here at Patch, we like to be thrifty, so we talked to two barbeque experts and uncovered some really good ideas to help you save money on your next outdoor party.   1. Start with a marinade. This means planning ahead -- say, Friday. But it’s worth it, says Rick Browne, host of Barbeque America on PBS, because you can pass up that well-marbled ribeye steak and buy a less tender and less expensive choice to grill like a flank steak or chuck steak. Just marinate it or brine for one or two days and then cook long and slow on the barbeque grill to break down tissues but maintain moisture. “You need to include an acid in the marinade, perhaps juice, vinegar or soy sauce, but avoid cola which is so acidic it can turn meat into a soggy mess.” Try…

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What's Open and Closed on Veterans Day?

Veterans Day is Sunday, but some local businesses and organizations may be closed Monday.

Veterans Day, Nov. 11, falls on a Sunday this year. That means some city offices, services and local businesses will be closed Sunday, while others will be closed Monday. Veteran Day "originated as 'Armistice Day' on Nov. 11, 1919, the first anniversary of the end of World War I, according to the U.S. Census website. "Congress passed a resolution in 1926 for an annual observance, and Nov. 11 became a national holiday beginning in 1938. President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed legislation in 1954 to change the name to Veterans Day as a way to honor those who served in all American wars."

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PHOTOS: Eagan's Memorial Day Ceremony Pays Tribute to Service Members

Guest speakers included 1st. Lt. Jonathan Reid with the Red Bulls Division and Vietnam veteran Mark Mulvihill.

Follow Eagan Patch on Twitter | Like us on Facebook | Sign up for our daily newsletter More than 100 community members gathered underneath the flags at Eagan's Tribute and Memorial Plaza on Monday afternoon to pay tribute to local service members and emergency responders. As part of the gathering, the Royal Brass Quintet performed and the Eagan Police and Fire Honor Guard posted the colors. Additional participants included, World War ll veteran Dick Carroll, the Eagan Men's Quartet, Chaplain Debbie Brown and Mayor Mike Maguire, who delivered opening comments. Special guest speakers will be 1st Lt. Jonathan Reid with the Red Bulls Division and highly-decorated Vietnam veteran Mark Mulvihill.

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Paul

3:29 pm on Tuesday, May 29, 2012

One thing we can do, "beyond the yellow ribbon", is to find ways to consider military resumes on a level playing field with civilian resumes, when the veterans hang up the uniform and seek to resume their civilian status among the rest of us. Military resumes do look different, even though outprocessing teaches how to civilianize them. HR often doesn't bother to consider equivalencies even when …   more ›

Week in Review: Maguire Withdraws, Golf Course Development Hits Speed Bump

Each Sunday, Patch revisits the headlines with our 'Week in Review' feature.

BLOGS: BUSINESS: COMMUNITY: GOVERNMENT: PUBLIC SAFETY: SCHOOLS:

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Eagan's Memorial Day Ceremony Scheduled for 2 p.m. Monday

Community members will gather to recognize the sacrifices made by our nation's soldiers at the Tribute and Memorial Plaza in Eagan.

Eagan American Legion Commander Tom Mullon will preside over a public Memorial Day ceremony at Eagan's Tribute and Memorial plaza at 2 p.m. on Monday. The ceremony is an opportunity for Eagan residents to recognize the sacrifices made by our nation's soldiers. As part of the gathering, the Royal Brass Quintet will perform and the Eagan Police and Fire Honor Guard will post the colors. Additional participants in the service will include, World War ll veteran Dick Carroll, the Eagan Men's Quartet, Chaplain Debbie Brown and Mayor Mike Maguire, who will deliver opening comments. Special guest speakers will be 1st Lt. Jonathan Reid with the Red Bulls Division and highly-decorated Vietnam veteran, Mark Mulvihill. Following the ceremony, there …

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Eagan Senator Sponsors Tax Break for Filmmakers

The proposed bill would give qualifying filmmakers a tax credit equal to 25 percent of an individual or company's production expenses for the project.

Eagan Sen. Ted Daley (R) hopes a tax incentive will entice movie production companies to bring their money—and jobs—to Minnesota. Last week, Daley introduced a bill that would give filmmakers shooting in Minnesota a tax credit equal to 25 percent of an individual or company's qualifying production expenses for the project. Rep. Greg Davids (R) originally introduced the measure in the Minnesota House of Representatives on March 5. Daley is sponsoring the Senate's companion bill, which was referred to the Senate's Taxes Committee for consideration. In order to receive the credit, the applicant must meet several criteria, according to Daley's bill. The movie must be a feature-length film or nationally syndicated TV series, and the producers …

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PIC OF THE DAY: A Dog Named 'Bear'

A daily photo journal featuring old, new and intriguing pictures of Eagan's spaces, places and faces.

Patch caught up with 13-year-old 'Bear' at the Memorial Day tribute on Monday. 

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Eagan Turns Out For First Memorial Day Tribute

Those in attendance were treated to a rousing speech from decorated war veteran Lt. Col. (ret.) Joe Repya

Eagan mayor Mike Maguire was joined by a bevy of local officials at the inaugural Memorial Day celebration at the city's new Tribute and Memorial Plaza at Central Park.  Tom Mullon, commander of American Legion Post 594, orchestrated the celebration with the help and careful planning of Margo Danner, Eagan resident and past president of the Lioness Club. "This is an opportunity to recognize those who have made the ultimate sacrifice," Mullon said. "We want that number to remain as low as possible but we must continue to protect the freedom we enjoy everyday." The event drew a healthy crowd and featured speeches from 2010 Senator Jim Carlson, Police Chief Jim McDonald, Fire Chief Mike Scott and retired Lt. Colonel Joe Repya. "This is a …

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Michael G. Ferber

7:19 am on Wednesday, June 1, 2011

Thank you Eagan Lionesses and American Legion along with the city of Eagan for standing behind the Tribute Plaza. I attended the Memorial Day event which was impressive. Mike Ferber   more ›

Remember A Veteran Who Made a Difference in Your Life

Memorial Day is a great time to pay your respects by remembering those who fought and died for our country

Many people know someone who has died while serving this country—whether it’s a friend, a brother or sister, a parent or grandparent, or a husband or wife. While these fallen soldiers should be celebrated, thanked and remembered throughout the year, Memorial Day is an especially good time to pay respects. Eagan Patch wants to help you do that: From now through Monday, we’re asking readers to submit reflections and/or photos of veterans that played a key role in their lives. To leave a reflection, please add a comment below. To share a photo, click on “Add your photos and videos” to the right. Also, if you’re in town this holiday weekend, Eagan is hosting a ceremony at the Tribute & Memorial plaza in Central Park, starting at 2 p.m. For …

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