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If you are a fan of the weekly “news magazine” shows on the national broadcasts, then you have probably seen a show or two about internet predators. The show usually corners some pervert that has chatted with a minor online and is looking to take it a step further. Pretty scary stuff, but very relative these days. On June 27, the Lakes Area Police and the Chisago County Sheriff’s Department will be hosting a parent internet safety class. The seminar will specialize in how to keep your children safe while using the internet. It will be held at the Chisago Lakes Senior High School, in the Performing Arts Center, at 6:30 p.m. As a parent of small children, it is scary to think of all these sick people preying on unsuspecting kids.

Congratulations to Linda Lindgren for being named the 2006 Lion of the Year. Linda holds many hats in the Lions organization and has been an integral part of the Chisago Lakes Lions Club for many years and this recognition is very well deserved.

Don’t miss another great concert this week at the Lions Park in Lindstrom. Harmony in the Park continues with Barbary Coast. They are a dixieland band that will entice your ears with southern sounds. Come on out and tell a friend!

The Chisago Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting its first ever triathlon this July. There will be various races depending on what kind of runner you are. If your kids would like to partake in the event, they have a kids’ triathlon which is just the right distance for young ones. From the looks of all the people training on our local roads there will be a terrific turn out. There are still openings. If you would like to register, please call the Chisago Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce at 651-257-1177. The Chamber is also still looking for volunteers to help during the races.

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