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09 May
A man and a woman riding their bikes across a bridge in Houston, TX
Moving to Houston, Texas? Here’s Why You’ll Love Living Here
Moving Travel Destinations Your Local Metro

Would you love to live in a vibrant city with so much to see, do, and explore you’d never find a moment’s boredom? If so, consider moving to Houston. You’ll love the cost of living; Houston is cheaper than in most other major metro areas. Moreover, Houston is a global city and hotbed for art,...

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Celebrating Our 50th Anniversary: The Metro Self Storage Brand Launches in the 1970s
Your Local Metro

L to R Karl Nagel, Matt and Karl Nagel, Metro Self Storage signage circa 1979 This year we’re celebrating the 50th Anniversary of opening our first self storage facility in the Chicagoland area, in 1973. In our previous blog, Celebrating Metro’s 50th Anniversary: The Original Self Storage, we talked about how our founder, Karl Nagel,...

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27 Jan
Minneapolis skyline in the winter during rush hour.
Why Minneapolis is a Great Place to Live
Moving Your Local Metro

Known as the “twin city” of the Minnesota state capital of St. Paul, Minneapolis is a thriving metropolis known for its parks, lakes, and cultural landmarks. Aside from the abundance of recreational and tourist-oriented activities, Minneapolis offers one of the largest economies in the Midwest, acting as the home base for at least five corporate...

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19 Aug
Black family playing soccer in the park together
6 Family-Friendly Things to do in Woodbridge, NJ
Family Life

Ideally located between Philadelphia and Manhattan, Woodbridge Township is home to several outstanding family-friendly destinations and landmarks, including 42 parks and 4 museums. In addition, Woodbridge is centrally located between the Jersey Shore and Manhattan, so families who want to venture a little farther, can enjoy a fun weekend together in The Big Apple or...

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07 Sep
Couple unpacking their moving boxes.
How to Pack Dishes and Fine China Without Breaking Plates
Moving

We frequently hear from our storage customers that the kitchen is easily the most challenging room to pack when moving. Here are some tips we’ve gathered to help you pack dishes for moving day.To make sure your dishes and fine china arrive at their next destination in one piece, you may want more than a [...]

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23 Aug
A truck-pulled RV drives down a road in the desert
5 Beautiful Texas RV Parks Worth the Drive 
Travel Destinations

You won’t mind the extra miles you’ll put on your rig when you consider these beautiful RV parks worth the trip in Texas. Experienced travelers will tell you; there is no better way to see Texas than in an RV. The Lone Star State brings the ease of the endless open roads, and nowhere do [...]

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