Blogger Roundup: Cottagewood General Store Celebrates 118 years, Senior Spotlights

Each week, Lake Minnetonka community members turn to Patch’s Local Voices section to share information, insight and opinions about what matters to them. Patch blogs give anyone from gardening enthusiasts to local business owners the power to easily connect with the whole neighborhood.

Here’s a look at what Lake Minnetonka Patch bloggers had to say over the last week.

Sudden Wealth

What would you do with an extra $10,000? How about an extra million or more?

Minnetonka High School Senior Spotlight: Lizzy Crist

“She has a fantastic positive attitude, a willingness to help others, and she’s eager to learn," Lizzy's math teacher says.

Cottagewood General Store Now Open for the 2013 Season!

The Cottagewood General Store opened on Saturday, April 27th. Employees are celebrating the store's 118th anniversary.

Rep. Jerry Hertaus discusses controversial legislation that seeks to unionize childcare providers and personal care attendants.

Rep. Benson: Legacy Bill Will Help Protect Lake Minnetonka

Rep. John Benson writes about his support for a bill that aims to protect drinking water, will help protect and enhance the environment, and will continue to support Minnesota’s thriving arts and cultural heritage.

Is Your Sales Hiring Process Too Long?

Lee B. Salz tells hiring professionals to be timely when hiring sales employees. “Top salespeople are turned off by elongated interview processes,” Salz writes.

Minnetonka High School Senior Spotlight: Noah Busch

Noah Busch will swim for the University of Minnesota next year, taking the same path as almost all of his coaches—and his parents.

Mound Westonka Honors Senior Athletes

Mound Westonka High School celebrated senior athletic achievement May 8 at a breakfast recognizing the 2013 Athena and Yost/Haddorff/Leopold award winners as well as senior three-sport athletes.

Getting Organized: Choosing the Right Business Structure

Are you starting your own business, but not sure what structure to use? The Minnesota Dept. of Employment and Economic Development offers advice.

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