Chisago Lakes pockets two M8C wins on the week
The Wildcats scored four runs in the top of the first inning and went on to beat the Cambridge-Isanti Bluejackets 6-3 on Monday, April 20 at Cambridge-Isanti High School. Starting pitcher Kellen Meissner went five innings. He allowed three runs – two earned – on four hits, walked two and …
Wildcats snap losing streak with two wins over Thunder
The Wildcat softball team trailed 8-2 to the Cambridge-Isanti Bluejackets after the fourth inning on Monday, April 20 at Cambridge-Isanti High School. The Wildcat offense came alive late in the game, but their sixth-inning rally fell short and the Bluejackets hung on for an 8-6 win.
Chisago Lakes golf round up
On April 13, the boys golf team competed in the Monticello Invitational, finishing 13th out of 18 teams with a team score of 330. Maple Grove claimed first place with an impressive 294. Senior Max Koch led Chisago with a score of 81. Contributing to the team total were senior …
Boys drop two lax contests
Chisago Lakes’ boys lacrosse team ran into a pair of tough tests last week, falling to Anoka 13-7 on Monday, April 20 before dropping an 17-8 decision to Hill-Murray the following day.
CL prepping for True Team
The Hamline Elite Meet brings together the best high school track and field athletes in the state for a premiere midseason event. Two Wildcat track athletes were invited to last Friday’s Hamline Elite Meet – Annika Hall in the 1600 meter run and Mariana Cooksley in the shot put and …
North Branch finding their way in early track meets
North Branch turned in a strong showing at the Zimmerman Quad on Tuesday, April 21, competing against Zimmerman, Foley and Chisago Lakes with several top-five finishes highlighting the day.
Strike intent notice draws operations revisions resulting in Unfair Labor Practice filing
The next deadline affecting the Chisago County employee unrest arrives this Friday, May 1, when the union’s notice of intent to strike expires. The timeframe will either be extended by request of the Teamsters Local 320— or there could be a counter-offer submitted and talks would resume based on actual …
NB city council tables two actions
North Branch city council members will be discussing a city flag design contest, possibly to be done in conjunction with the schools, as a way to address concerns about flying the state flag.
Peterson honored with award
Rick Peterson in center, recently retired as Forest Lake Police Chief and was recognized for his leadership of the Lakes Center for Youth & Families. He accepted the Jim Trudeau Award presented at the non-profit’s 50 year anniversary event last week. He is pictured with organization director Tim Cryer and …
Tax abatement approved and bond sale authorized; principal to retire
The school board met for a short meeting on Thursday, April 16 and tackled a few major tasks.
Wyoming Council awards 2026 streets bid
The vote was 5-0 last week to award the Wyoming 2026 phase of multi-year street improvements to North Valley contractors, as the low bid of six received. Bids ranged from $1,358,926 to $1.6 million.
It's that prom time of year again
Chisago Lakes Senior High School and North Branch Senior High School each held their proms Saturday. Chisago Lakes held prom at Big Rock Creek Event Center in St. Croix Falls and North Branch held prom at Jimmy’s Entertainment Center in Vadnais Heights.
Lots to do (eat) this weekend
There are a few events for us to partake in this weekend. Saturday afternoon/evening the Taylors Falls Fire Department invites everybody to come enjoy their super popular Smelt Fry. Held at the Taylors Falls Fire Hall (637 First Street), the event runs from 4 - 7:30pm. The meal includes smelt …
No fuss spring recipes
Last week’s column was easy five ingredient or less recipes. This week’s recipes will have a few more than five, but they are still easy, light and refreshing!
Gathering for a delicious occasion
It was a lively crowd mixing food and fun to support the Lakes Center for Youth and Families, at the annual Taste of the Lakes event in Forest Lake. The April 23 fundraiser brought in sufficient proceeds to get a good start on acquiring a pair of small transport vans/buses …
Law Enforcement
Report of a vehicle that was suspected of running a stop sign at Quinlan and Pleasant Valley Road, striking a passing vehicle north bound on Pleasant Valley, about 5:50 p.m. Driver cited for careless driving.
Dean Trippler
Dean David Trippler, aged 63, of Duluth, Minnesota, passed away on March 29, 2026. Born on September 20, 1962, in St. Paul, Minnesota, Dean was known for his giving spirit and adventurous nature. He graduated from Chisago Lakes High School and furthered his education at Augustana College and the University …
Fatality in I-35 crash Tuesday
The Minnesota State Patrol is reporting a single vehicle crash on I-35 near where Viking Boulevard crosses over the freeway April 28, resulted in a fatality of the passenger. The driver was injured. Wyoming police and fire assisted the state patrol at the scene.
