danno, If you look at a map, you'll see that only part of Minnesota is west of the Mississippi. I do actually live West of the Mississippi, but only one mile. Soooo, I will either get free shipping to my house or have the stuff shipped to a friends house on the other side of the river. Either way I will get free shipping. Actually you know, part of Minnesota isn't East or West of the Mississippi. Figure that one out.
Tim