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Memorial Day – Not just hot dogs and beer

Wednesday, May 26th, 2010

Memorial Day weekend is almost upon us. To many it is a great summer time holiday that allows for grilling out, playing golf and having fun with friends. We look forward to this weekend every year, making sure to put in our time off requests at work well ahead of time in preparation.

Let’s not forget why we celebrate this Memorial Day come Monday. I know, many of us have already been getting those forwarded emails in our in-box reminding us that our slain veterans should be the focus. We nod our heads in agreement and forward the emails on, feeling proud that we did our part to support our lost soldiers.

This summer, lets do something a bit more. This year, let’s make an extra effort to honor our veterans. Let’s show a gesture to those that have died for our freedom by partaking in something a little less convenient than just a weekend barbecue.

I found an informative website here that has great tips for observing Memorial Day. Here is a short list:

  • by visiting cemeteries and placing flags or flowers on the graves of our fallen heroes.

  • by visiting memorials.

  • by flying the U.S. Flag at half-staff until noon.

  • by flying the ‘POW/MIA Flag’ as well
  • Of course you can also go to your local parade. These parades are typically on Monday and feature local schools and active/retired veterans. It means a lot to those marching to hear the crowd stand and clap for them. In Janesville Wisconsin and the surrounding area, we have many events set up. Please feel free to visit the link below for more information on our area.

    Memorial Day Activities – Janesville WI

    Have an enjoyable weekend everyone & remember our fallen soldiers! It took much sacrifice to earn the freedom we have in America today.

    Regards,
    Michael Collins – Broker
    Rock Realty
    Rock Solid Real Estate Strategies
    PO Box 2444
    Janesville, WI 53547-2444
    c: 608.921.8536
    f: 877.774.7625
    Mike@RockRealtyWI.com
    http://www.rockrealtywi.com/

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    Beloit Wisconsin Casino – A possibility again?

    Monday, May 17th, 2010

    It seems that the possibility of a casino is again on the table in Beloit Wisconsin.  See the article below from Channel 3000 out of Madison Wisconsin.

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    BELOIT, Wis. — There are new signs of life for the proposed Beloit casino project.

    The Beloit City Council is preparing to begin negotiations for a new intergovernmental agreement with the St. Croix and Bad River Band of Chippewa Indians, and the Ho-Chunk Nation, WISC-TV reported.

     The casino project stalled with the Ho-Chunk Nation’s prior purchase of a parcel of land set aside for the project.

     Beloit City Manager Larry Arft said on Thursday that negotiations between the parties could begin in the next few weeks.

     The tribes will still need to file a new application with the U.S. Bureau of Indian Affairs.

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    Michael Collins – Broker
    Rock Realty
    Rock Solid Real Estate Strategies
    PO Box 2444
    Janesville, WI 53547-2444
    c: 608.921.8536
    f: 877.774.7625
    Mike@RockRealtyWI.com
    http://www.rockrealtywi.com/

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    Semi Truck Bomb Scare! – Madison WI

    Monday, May 17th, 2010

    Hi all,

    I know this really isn’t real estate related, but I found it interesting.  I thought I would share.

    Police were trying to pull over a semi truck just to the south of Madison Wisconsin.  Apprently he wouldn’t pull over and led them on a 30 minute chase.  The police ended up having to use road spikes to stop him and shoot him with non-lethal ammo!!  Pretty crazy stuff for a semi just travelling through the Wisconsin country!

    A dog tipped them off to possible explosives in the trailer.  So far, all they have found are a lot of energy drinks :)

    I’m not sure why he was trying to run.  The full story is here:

    http://www.channel3000.com/news/23549139/detail.html

    Regards,
    Michael Collins – Broker
    Rock Realty
    Rock Solid Real Estate Strategies
    PO Box 2444
    Janesville, WI 53547-2444
    c: 608.921.8536
    f: 877.774.7625
    Mike@RockRealtyWI.com
    http://www.rockrealtywi.com/

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    Recently Sold Homes in Janesville WI

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    Janesville WI Sidewalks

    Monday, April 19th, 2010

    The Janesville City Council has approved a plan to install sidewalks throughout the entire city. This plan over-rides any deed restrictions or covenants that run with the property. I believe this will lower property values and deter people from buying within the city. Home buyers specifically target areas without sidewalks for various reasons. Now, there can be no expectation for these kind of properties within the city of Janesville.

    The burden placed on existing homeowers is great. Many residents voiced their displeasure with this measure during an April council meeting. Some will have a bill of $5000 or more. A burden many can not bare during this down economic period.

    This is simply a bad move now or in the future. What are your opinons on this Janesville sidewalks issue. Please let me know by leaving a comment.

    Regards,

    Michael Collins – Broker
    Rock Realty
    608-921-8536
    Rock Solid Real Estate Strategies
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