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Elite Repeat, St. Paul consignment boutique, closing after almost 50 years

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:42:09 GMT

When Sharon Skarda heard the news, she texted her daughter.“Elite Repeat is closing,” she wrote. “Where am I going to get my clothes?”It’s a fashion emergency for people all around the Twin Cities who have shopped and sold at this consignment boutique that has been in business on the corner of Randolph and Hamline avenues in St. Paul since 1975.But it’s not only about losing the chance at getting good deals or making some cash for well-made clothes, accessories, jewelry and shoes.“It’s so much more than a consignment store,” Skarda said. “It’s a community.”‘Happy Birthday to Me’On a recent weekday afternoon, several shoppers were browsing the racks at the boutique and others waited in line to check out.Why close a business that appears to be bustling, during a time when thrift is trendy and inflation is an issue?In this case, it’s personal.Missy Auran, the current owner of Elite Repeat and a lo...

Small Bites: At Roseville’s Mito, flavor comes second to imperfect theatrics

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:42:09 GMT

At a restaurant like Mito, there’s a catch.The new Latin fusion restaurant opened in May in Roseville, and its transformation — from the former Grumpy’s — is stunning. Colorful pulsating lights, neon signs, a live sax player and… is that a table magician?Mito is a restaurant built around an immersive atmosphere, a theatrical experience.But here’s the catch: This introduces hundreds — thousands! — of tiny details that might not have otherwise existed. And successfully pulling off the experience means nailing each and every one.This is tremendously difficult to accomplish. Managers and servers are now also stage directors and performers. The high menu prices aren’t just food costs; they’re admission tickets.The food and drinks during a recent dinner at Mito were, by and large, pretty good. But the theatrical elements were a little rough around the edges, which made the overall experience feel less satisfying than it might’ve had the theatricality not been thrown into the mix at all.We...

98.3 TRY Social Dilemma: How Long Can You Use the "I'm New" Excuse at Work?

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:42:09 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Today's 98.3 TRY Social Dilemma came from Rebecca, and it's about time. Here's her email: Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Hi Jaime. I'm having an issue with someone I work with and I'm looking for advice. How long does someone get to use the "I'm new" excuse when they can't get things done at the office. I work in a lawyer's office with several other paralegals, and there is ALWAYS a lot of work to be done...and most of it is very important and timely. However, I work with a paralegal who we'll call Kelly, who continually tries to push work off onto myself and other coworkers, all while using the excuse that she's new. But the fact is, she's not new. She's worked in our office for almost two years now. She lets things slip through the cracks, and we end up having to clean up her mess. Is it fair for me to tell the bosses that she is using the "I'm new" excuse? Or would you still consider two years a...

Pedestrian hospitalized after crash on Central Ave. in Colonie

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:42:09 GMT

COLONIE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Colonie Police responded to a crash that left one pedestrian injured Wednesday night around 9:27 on Central Avenue (State Route 5) and California Avenue. Police say the pedestrian, a 47-year-old man from Georgia, was unconscious in the roadway with the driver of the vehicle nearby. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Police say the pedestrian was not on the crosswalk and was wearing dark clothing at the time of the cash. He was taken by Colonie EMS to Albany Medical Center with several bone fractures and a severe head laceration. The driver immediately pulled over and contacted 9-1-1 after the crash. The Fuller Road Fire Department helped police with road closures at the scene. Vigil held for 19-year-old Rutland police officer Police say both east and westbound lanes on Central Avenue were shut down between Fuller Road and Madison Avenue for approximately one hour. Law enforcement says neither speed...

Ask Amy: Pot smoking aunt changes her ways

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:42:09 GMT

Dear Amy: I’m a 35-year-old woman.A few months ago, my brother (age 37) and sister-in-law caught me smoking pot in my home.Now they won’t let their kids (ages 6 and under) come over to my house.We used to have regular sleepovers once or twice a month.We live in a state where marijuana is legal, and I was using it to self-medicate and manage my mental health.After this incident, I went to the doctor and was diagnosed with bipolar 2 disorder, which, as it turns out, I have lived with (undiagnosed and untreated) since childhood.As soon as I started medication, I no longer felt the need to smoke, and all aspects of my life have changed for the better. I feel like I am waking up from a profound disability.I would like to explain all of this to my brother in hopes of reconciling.However, my doctors tell me to stay away from them, as being around their judgmental and self-righteous attitude could trigger a relapse.Should I let my close relationship with a sibling (and even closer rel...

EU sanctions: New law to crack down on violations 

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:42:09 GMT

The law would ensure that EU sanctions are enforced uniformly across member states, with common definitions and dissuasive penalties.MEPs in the Civil Liberties Committee adopted a draft negotiating mandate on violating and circumventing EU sanctions by 36 votes in favour, two against and two abstentions. It would introduce a common definition of violations and minimum penalties to ensure that they are punished as criminal offences everywhere in the EU.EU sanctions can consist of freezing funds and assets, travel bans, arms embargoes and restrictions on business sectors, among other things. According to the proposed law, violations would include not freezing funds or not respecting travel bans as required by sanctions, or doing business with state-owned entities of countries subject to sanctions.Circumventing sanctions would also be punishable and would include practises such as concealing or transferring funds that should be frozen, hiding the true ownership of property, and not re...

Single-family residence sells for $2 million in San Jose

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:42:09 GMT

1288 Madrona Avenue – Google Street ViewA 1,171-square-foot house built in 1952 has changed hands. The property located in the 1200 block of Madrona Avenue in San Jose was sold on June 23, 2023. The $2,000,000 purchase price works out to $1,708 per square foot. The layout of this single-story house includes three bedrooms and two baths. Inside, a fireplace adds character to the home. Additionally, the house features a two-car garage, providing ample room for vehicles and storage needs. Situated on a spacious 9,000-square-foot lot, the property offers ample outdoor space along with the added bonus of a pool.Additional houses that have recently been sold close by include:A 2,474-square-foot home on the 1200 block of Curtner Avenue in San Jose sold in December 2022, for $2,050,000, a price per square foot of $829. The home has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.On Newport Avenue, San Jose, in June 2023, a 1,420-square-foot home was sold for $1,700,000, a price per square foot of $1,197. The ho...

Horoscopes July 13, 2023: Harrison Ford, let your actions come from the heart

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:42:09 GMT

CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Ken Jeong, 54; Cheech Marin, 77; Harrison Ford, 81; Patrick Stewart, 83.Happy Birthday: Helping others will change your life and perspective on what’s important this year. Look for alternatives that will help you and others, and you’ll gain confidence and support to do something that benefits many. What you do will make a difference. Let your actions come from the heart, and your sincerity will shine through and attract compatible people. Your numbers are 4, 11, 20, 26, 33, 40, 47.ARIES (March 21-April 19): Mix business with pleasure, and something good will transpire. Don’t be afraid to make changes or to ask for something you want. Do your part, and your effort won’t go unnoticed. Share your thoughts and follow through. Personal change will be emotional. 3 starsTAURUS (April 20-May 20): Keep your eyes open. Take care of your responsibilities, regardless of what’s going on around you. Refuse to let anyone play mind games w...

Word Game: July 13, 2023

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:42:09 GMT

TODAY’S WORD — VENDETTA (VENDETTA: ven-DET-uh: A series of retaliatory, vengeful or hostile acts.)Average mark 21 wordsTime limit 35 minutesCan you find 29 or more words in VENDETTA? The list will be published tomorrow.YESTERDAY’S WORD — IMBROGLIO igloo moil moor blog bloom boil bolo boom boor brig brim brio broil broom roil room obligor olio girl glib glob glom gloom grim groom limb limbo limo logo loomTo purchase the Word Game book, visit WordGameBooks.com. Order it now for just $5 while supplies last!RULES OF THE GAME:1. Words must be of four or more letters.2. Words that acquire four letters by the addition of “s,” such as “bats” or “dies,” are not allowed.3. Additional words made by adding a “d” or an “s” may not be used. For example, if “bake” is used, “baked” or “bakes” are not allowed, but “bake” and “baking” are admissible.4. Proper nouns, slang words, or vulgar or sexually explicit words are not allowed.Contact Word Game creator Kathleen Saxe at kzs...

Borrowers advised to plan now for student loan payments to resume in October

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:42:09 GMT

For borrowers with federal student loan debt, repayments begin Oct. 1, and the D.C. Office of the Attorney General is advising consumers to gather the latest information on the status of their loans to prepare for that first payment date.The federal government paused student loan payments during the COVID-19 emergency, which ended May 11, 2023. There had been proposals to extend the emergency, but those were blocked when Congress passed legislation to prevent further extensions.Efforts to provide debt relief through a plan at the U.S. Department of Education were stymied when the Supreme Court issued a ruling blocking the plan. Under the student relief plan, borrowers would have seen between $10,000 and $20,000 of their debt forgiven.Student borrowers were put on notice about the end of the program that put their payments on pause, but the D.C. Attorney General’s Office notes in an advisory that “borrowers who graduated during the COVID-19 emergency should pay special attention to t...