Stacy council still trying to sell business park parcels
Stacy City Council met April 14 for a regular meeting. All members were present.
Lindstrom council tackles unfinished projects
Lindstrom City Council met April 15 for a regular meeting. All members were present.
Petition to un-annex from Taylors Falls denied
A state agency has denied a petition to detach about 21 acres out of the city of Taylors Falls into Shafer Township. Petitioners Rachel Bertram and Jacob Bertram failed to make a sufficient argument when presenting evidence to the Office of Administrative Hearings Boundary Adjustments division. according to Administrative Law …
Hallucinogenic therapy sees bi-partisan backing
State Representative Max Rymer has been championing legislative support for House File 4577, which would allow for a pilot program facilitating hallucinogenic mushrooms in treating PTSD. Rep. Rymer says he seeks to establish psilocybin therapy for veterans, after hearing from individuals who could benefit from advances in use of this …
County board OK’s plat for new town hall in Franconia
It seems like the bulldozer blade propped-up in a farm field has carried the painted words, “future home of Franconia Town Hall” for a long, long time. But, the future has arrived. Chisago County last week approved a preliminary plat for the site, paving the way for progress.
Iron Ranger announces campaign for 8th district
Luke Gulbranson announced his candidacy for Congress in Minnesota’s 8th Congressional District, launching a campaign grounded in his Iron Range upbringing and focused on lowering costs, protecting essential programs, and expanding access to affordable healthcare.
North Branch walks off on Wildcats in dramatic extra inning affair
With two outs in the bottom of the eighth inning, Viking Cora Jacobsen-Groholski’s walk-off single gave the Vikings an exciting and entertaining 7-6 win over the Wildcats Tuesday, April 14 at North Branch High School.
CL LAX REPORT: Both squads crush Becker, girls stay unbeaten
The Chisago Lakes girls lacrosse team turned in a pair of impressive performances last week, dominating Becker before following it up with a strong win over the Robbinsdale Wings co-op.
Vikings off to fast start behind Helberg’s near immaculate record
The North Branch boys tennis team turned in a strong first few weeks on the court, picking up a pair of convincing dual wins before running into a tough test against Anoka.
Wildcats run rule North Branch 10-0 in early season showdown
Leading 4-0 over the Vikings, the Wildcat baseball team erupted for six runs in the top of the fifth to go up 10-0. The Vikings came up empty in the bottom of the fifth, giving the Wildcats a 10-0 win by the ten-run rule. The game was played on Tuesday, …
Chisago Lakes rounding into form with early season triangular
The Wildcat track team participated in the Cambridge-Isanti Triangular at Cambridge-Isanti High School on Tuesday, April 14, with Monticello joining in on the fun. The girls’ meet was highly competitive, with the Wildcats finishing in second just 2 ½ points behind Monticello and 4 ½ points ahead of third place …
David Anderson
David Charles Anderson, 79, Lindstrom MN, passed away on April 8, 2026
Carol Collins
Carol Marie Collins, age 87 of Taylors Falls, was born January 19, 1939 in Norristown, PA and passed away April 11, 2026 at Golden Age Manor, Amery, WI
Darlene Christie
Darlene Mae Christie, age 88, died Tuesday, April 14th 2026 peacefully at Sophie’s Manor in Centuria, Wisconsin. She was a resident of Sophie’s Manor for several years, and beloved by staff and her fellow residents. Thank you to Sophie’s Manor, their staff and Adoray Hospice for providing a wonderful level …
Cadillacs, pancakes and trivia
Thanks to all who have sent in your Chisago County Press early renewals from the top of page two. For those of you who have not, there is one final week to take advantage of the early renewal special by clipping the coupon and sending your payment to us. Next …
Always open to ideas!
A few months ago, a reader said she was going to send me some ideas for this column space here and she just got around to sending them!
Law Enforcement
Lake Area officers were called April 19 to look into an overnight burglary at a business in Chisago City. The safe was accessed and cash seems to be the only item taken.
