| COVID-19 plan adopted for city sites
and negotiation continues on land sale |
Stacy City Council met June 23 for a special meeting. The meeting was held by teleconference due to the COVID restrictions. All members were present. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss a COVID-19 preparedness plan and to take care of a few items such as permitting outdoor customer service areas and a potential utility rate increase.
Thursday, July 2, 2020
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July 1, 2020 16:27
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| KOD Ambassadors give back despite lack of celebrations |
The Karl Oskar Days celebration in Lindstrom may be taking on a novel form this year, but the Lady Ambassadors are continuing the tradition of good works. Friday, June 26 the current Ambassadors and candidates hosted a clothing drive, that was obvious in its success. The young ladies pictured; were able to donate one truck and a large trailer load of shoes, clothes, and belts to the Salvation Army Distribution Center, Minneapolis. The donations, when consolidated, filled 10 large pallet-sized boxes, according to Coordinator for KO Days Pauline Hinsch. This community’s generous donations will help many families...and the future leaders were able to receive a unique experience in humanitarianism. Kark Oskar Days Ambassadors appreciate all this strong backing from the community.
Thursday, July 2, 2020
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July 1, 2020 16:30
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| Federal
aid funds heading
to locals |
Local government officials are going to see relief for their growing budget anxiety arising from unexpected expenses addressing the covid-19 situation. The distribution method for local governments was announced by the state June 25, and Chisago County is slated for in excess of $6 million.
Thursday, July 2, 2020
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July 1, 2020 16:26
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| Chisago City shortens Ki Chi Saga Days celebration |
Despite the limitations imposed by Covid 19, Chisago City hopes to offer a scaled down version of its annual Ki-Chi-Saga Days celebration. Barring unforeseen obstacles, a celebration will take place Aug. 22 and 23.
Thursday, July 2, 2020
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July 1, 2020 16:26
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| Blessing of the Pets, from afar |
Sunday, June 14, First Presbyterian Church in St. Croix Falls held a “drive-thru Pet Blessing.” Not to be left out, Police Officer Patrick drove over in the new squad car created to have K-9 Ikar blessed.
Thursday, July 2, 2020
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July 1, 2020 16:15
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| There is a new bridge in TF?
I have a reason to give blood |
We have had a few calls here at the Press lately about stories on our website. We have had calls about Okjiketa Regional Park and the Lindstrom Loppet. Callers reference an article talking about Ojiketa being open for booking. Others referenced sign-ups for the Lindstrom Loppet to be held at the Lakes Free Church.
Thursday, July 2, 2020
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July 1, 2020 14:39
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| One of my 'favorites' |
It’s about asparagus today. I am going to share some hints with you about this green spring (and early summer) veggie that is one of my favorites. I say that alot when it comes to veggies or fruits. I like all of them, except okra, which is not too prevalanet in our neck of the woods. Let’s get to some hints about asparagus.
Thursday, July 2, 2020
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July 1, 2020 14:38
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| Central Park concerts are happening in North Branch June 30-July 21
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The North Branch Concerts in the Park are happening this year. Concerts will not be accompanied by the children’s book readings though. Music starts at 7 p.m. Bring chairs or blankets and find a nice spot in Central Park several feet from others for social distancing. Please be respectful and stay home if you are feeling ill. Masks are not mandatory but highly encouraged.
Thursday, June 25, 2020
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June 24, 2020 16:19
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| Fundraiser event for Relay for Life |
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Relay for Life Chisago County offered a public shredding fundraiser event, and is finalizing plans for an annual relay event set to happen virtually August 1. Check in at www.relayforlife.org/chisagomn or watch this paper for later details. The Shred Right company partnered with the county organization to destroy documents brought to the shredding truck in the North Branch County Market parking lot, Saturday June 20. The event netted a little over $500 in proceeds. Volunteers with Relay for Life pictured left; Martha Arnold, Jeska Noordergraaf, Jim McCarthy and Jill Behnke, and a Shred Right representative to the right in photo. Shred Right works with non-profits providing mobile equipment shredding everything from fabric to hard drives. Saturday, a $10 donation covered two paper grocery-bag sized collections of documents destroyed. The person bringing the papers can watch as the papers go into the shredder. The company is dedicated to lessening incidents of identity theft through unauthorized access to personal information.
Thursday, June 25, 2020
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June 24, 2020 16:03
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| Water & Light audit finds nothing to substantiate OT and on-call excesses |
The 2019 audit for North Branch Water and Light was delivered last week to utility commissioners, with Chris Bibeau absent. There were no fiscal red flags, according to the audit presenter Dennis Oberloh, Redwood Falls.
Thursday, June 25, 2020
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June 24, 2020 16:00
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| 'Community
corrections' fails on 2-3 board vote |
On a split vote last week, the county commissioners derailed a proposal to shift all probation services to a “community correction” model, and move away from the state’s services. For at least two more years the Dept. of Corrections unit on mainstreet Center City will continue in its role.
Thursday, June 25, 2020
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June 24, 2020 15:57
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| Local chefs and Rotary feed needy |
The Chisago Lakes Rotary is using a grant and $500 of its own locally generated funds to get prepared meals to area vulnerable adults.
Thursday, June 25, 2020
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June 24, 2020 15:52
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| Shafer Council to finalize water tower
in July; dangerous dog ordinance,
outdoor entertainment rules reviewed |
Shafer City Council met June 16 for a regular meeting. All members were present as well as four residents.
Thursday, June 25, 2020
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June 24, 2020 15:37
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| County Board hears update on
infrastructure progress, Olinda Trail; 43-year public works staffer to retire |
Chisago County Engineer Joe Triplett gave the County Board an update on a number of road projects last week, speaking by phone in the still-somewhat restricted meeting format.
Thursday, June 25, 2020
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June 24, 2020 15:38
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| Lindstrom City Council briefs... |
The full Lindstrom City Council met June 18, seated in chambers several feet apart. The Lindstrom City Hall entryway is open for the public to do business, but the interior area is still off limits.
Thursday, June 25, 2020
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June 24, 2020 15:37
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| Multi-levels of agencies, owners and nonprofit
conservation goals achieved in these acquisitions |
The Rush Lake Wildlife Management Area and the St. Croix-Chengwatana Forest area are expanding through the cooperation of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and Trust for Public Land, in working with private owners.
Thursday, June 25, 2020
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June 24, 2020 15:29
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| Ambassadors need your clothes;
just give me some good news... |
The Karl Oskar Days ambassadors are doing something special and they need your help. They just completed a food drive that delivered food to the riot destroyed neighborhoods.
Thursday, June 25, 2020
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June 24, 2020 14:53
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| A "berry" time of year |
It’s about strawberry recipes today. I know what you’re probably thinking: “She did strawberry recipes last week!” This is true, however, I have so many good berry recipes that I wanted to share with you I decided to go for it again today. I hope you’re OK with that. “That’s the berries” if you don’t like them. And so, more strawberry recipes today.
Thursday, June 25, 2020
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June 24, 2020 14:44
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| North Branch will have Fourth of July fireworks |
Not everything has been called-off this summer due to covid.
Thursday, June 18, 2020
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June 18, 2020 14:42
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| Wannigan Days added to list of local cancelled celebrations |
The two-city, interstate celebration Wannigan Days is called-off this summer. The organizing committee says the cities will get something together this fall.
Thursday, June 18, 2020
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June 17, 2020 15:37
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| On 10th anniversary of park; past efforts of many and future plans worthy of accolades |
The park is named for the Nordic tradition of all peoples’ right to roam -- allemansratten.
Thursday, June 18, 2020
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June 17, 2020 15:36
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| History Center open: Quilt Show continues |
The Chisago County Historical Society is pleased to announce the History Center museum, research library and gift shop in downtown Lindstrom have reopened. Visitors are limited to 25 percent of building capacity at this time and are requested to wear masks and practice social distancing. New sanitation and protection practices have also been implemented to help keep everyone safe.
Thursday, June 18, 2020
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June 17, 2020 15:31
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| Chisago Lakes Joint Sewage
Treatment Commission races
clock to major personnel changes |
The nine members of the Chisago Lakes Joint Sewage Treatment Commission have hit the proverbial fork in the road. Should they opt for the regional wastewater system to remain public or should it be run by a private company? Is there some form of hybrid model where the commission would contract with licensed professionals to serve as-needed?
Thursday, June 18, 2020
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June 17, 2020 15:25
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| Broadband enhancement efforts underway |
A group of Chisago Lakes area community boosters are taking another shot at improving local Internet broadband service.
Thursday, June 18, 2020
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June 17, 2020 15:24
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| Consider signing up to be a polling site worker this year |
The last thing local elections officials want to see is an elections day fiasco similar to what Georgia primary polling places experienced this month, or like what Wisconsin primary places saw in April. Long lines, hours-long wait times are concerns of MN Secretary of State Steve Simon, who has released a statement urging that anybody who is able to serve, should look into being an election polling place worker where they live.
Thursday, June 18, 2020
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June 17, 2020 15:23
