Outerwear Fair helping local families
Trinity Lutheran church in Lindstrom held their annual Kid’s Outerwear Fair last week. The group collects warm clothing and boots for children and families throughout the year. This year the group handed out 167 winter coats, 144 pairs of boots and 128 snowpants to over 76 families.
ECE CEO talks data centers
The President and CEO for the East Central Energy Cooperative, Justin Jahnz, assured the public in attendance at a recent meeting in North Branch City Hall, that any data center looking to utilize power from the local system is at least five years away from reality. There is no part …
Wyoming business suffering in traffic back up, assessments adopted for streets
The Wyoming council took a few moments to thank the county economic development and housing redevelopment authority director Nancy Hoffman, for her efforts on behalf of the city and wish her well on her upcoming retirement. Wyoming has been successful at bringing to fruition a number of housing and commercial/industrial …
CL gets state OK on projects
The plans that Chisago Lakes School Board has for using several million in bond proceeds for a series of projects got the thumbs up from the state in their required “review and comment.”
Quartet of ultimate Halloween dip recipes
I’ve been sprinkling in Halloween themed recipes for the whole month of October, but with the holiday finally right around the corner this weekend, here are some of my favorite party dips to share with friends and family if you get together with them for the spooky season!
Expect prelim county levy to decrease after insurance savings materialize
By sharpening their pencils and adjusting straight premium fees and health savings/reimbursement account contributions, the Chisago County Board managed to decrease the proposed property tax levy, last week.
Lindstrom gets state aid for blighted site, ups firefighter pension payout
Lindstrom City Council met October 21 for a regular meeting. Council member Greg Krueger attended virtually. 15 people in attendance.
Law Enforcement
A county patrol was sent to a single motorcycle crash about 11 p.m. at County 14 and Lent Trail, Stacy. No serious injury reported.
Lois Hofmann
Lois Joy Hofmann—visionary business leader, intrepid world explorer, and beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend—passed away peacefully on October 17, 2026, at the age of 84 in Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, with her loving family at her side.
Barbara Hansen
Barbara Jean Hansen (Lundeen) passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at the age of 70 during the early morning hours of October 19, 2026, at her home in Shafer, MN. Barb was born on October 1, 1956 in Saint Paul, MN, the third child of the late Marlys (Wilcox) and Gerald …
Joan Grossmann
Joan D. Grossmann, age 95 of Lindstrom, Minnesota passed away on October 23, 2026. She was born in West St. Paul, Minnesota to William and Della Orf. Joan was the second of five children. She grew up in West St. Paul and graduated from South St. Paul High School in …
Mickelson heading to state again
For the second straight year, Chisago Lakes sophomore Claire Mickelson is headed to the state girls tennis tournament after putting together another impressive run through the Section 4AA individual tournament last week.
CL just edged by Becker, Casey claims another mark
Chisago Lakes put together a strong performance in the pool, but Becker's depth proved to be just enough as the Bulldogs edged the Wildcats 96-90 in a tightly contested girls swimming and diving dual meet on Tuesday, October 20 at Chisago Lakes High School.
Vikes beat shorthanded Hawks, but upset by Hunters
North Branch's bread-and-butter rushing attack was on full display against Hermantown, as the Vikings used long, methodical drives and timely defensive stops to earn a 32-16 victory over the Hawks.
Wildcats sputter against Zimmerman in finale, rebound for first round section win over Johnson
The Zimmerman Thunder took a 21-0 halftime lead and went on to beat the Wildcat football team 28-7 last Friday, October 23 at Chisago Lakes High School. The game was the final game of the regular season. Despite the loss, the Wildcats (3-5) ended up with the fourth seed and …
CL boys claim conference crown; Hall takes girls title
More than a decade of waiting came to an end for the Chisago Lakes boys cross country team Tuesday, Oct. 20, as the Wildcats put together a dominant performance to capture their first Mississippi 8 Conference championship in over 10 years at the North Branch Golf Course.
Lions Waffle Feed a great success
The Chisago Lakes Lions held their annual Waffle Feed Saturday at the Chisago Lake Township Hall. Over 400 guests enjoyed delicious waffles and great camaraderie with friends and neighbors.
