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Well after years of hard work, countless meetings, tons of community gatherings the America’s Best Community competition has come to a close. Sadly, Chisago Lakes did not qualify for one of the top three prizes.  If you paid attention to the competition, you could see why the first place team from West Virginia won. That town could really use the money (not that Chisago Lakes couldn’t).   

Chisago Lakes made a wonderful presentation and I along with hundreds of others were pretty confident one of the prizes was in sight.  Amy Frischmon presented the speech to the committee and she did a terrific job. The whole committee did a great job as well as the hundreds that made up the Chisago Lakes ABC Committees  I have said this before and I will continue to say it, this competition has done so much more than just entering into a contest with eight other communities.  It has brought a vision to our area that will (yes will) be seen through and completed. In fact, I am told the ball is already rolling on the next wave for the group, and the community. Keep your eyes here for the latest news and happenings. This is not over - it is just beginning.

  On May 4, you are invited to come to an informational meeting for Let’s Go Fishing. Let’s Go Fishing is an awesome non-profit group that specializes in boat outings for seniors, veterans, special needs and children.  

They have a Chisago Lakes Chapter that is in need of volunteers.  This is your chance to give back to the community by giving a great bit of joy to those in our community who could really use a shot of happiness.

 The meeting is May 4 at St. Bridget’s Church at 6:30 p.m. in the rear education building.  I hope to see you there!

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