LOCAL
Harris man seriously hurt in collision between bicycle and SUV
The state patrol is investigating a bicycle-SUV crash on Highway 61 at 254th Street Wednesday, July 25. The incident was reported about 8 p.m. Wyoming Police also responded.
County Fair showcase for plenty of local talents
The Chisago County Fair last week had some of the nicest weather it’s had in years, just ideal to hang around the fairgrounds. Animals, workers, the crowds and performers all seemed to enjoy themselves...this youngster and her calf were only too happy to pose.
Chisago County Board approves much-discussed events venue in Franconia Twsp. on 3-2 vote
On a split vote the county commissioners last week approved a controversial wedding and events venue in Franconia Township.
Lakes Area P.D. budget up 8.8%
The Lakes Area Police department’s budget is proposed to need an increase of $174,000 in operating and non-operational expenses for 2025. If the city councils adopt the budget as-is, taxpayers residing in Lindstrom and Chisago City would be covering an approximate $79,000 each with additional revenues coming in through non-property …
Stacy Daze Grand Marshals are familiar faces
Stacy Daze is August 2-4 and the community is paying tribute to longtime, much loved local businesspersons Donna and Jim Keacher as parade Grand Marshals.
Vocational skills training site gets early ok in North Branch
The application for the city of North Branch to review and consider a training facility for construction laborers, got the okay to move forward from the city planning commission in a special session Monday this week. The planning commission was supportive of having a locally-based training site for those going …
Lindstrom Council briefs.......
Lindstrom City Council met July 18 for a regular meeting. All members were present with council member Brian Norelius attending via zoom.
Temple permit amended; ok given to apply for bike trail grant
A Buddhist residence and place of worship a mile east of Harris, in Fish Lake Township, was approved for an amended Conditional Use Permit by a 5-0 vote by the County Board. The Karen Buddhist Association first was granted a permit in 2017 to locate this facility and associated use …
North Branch Council ok’s water billing expense; SRO contract is revised
The North Branch City Council meeting last week got off on an official foot, with the swearing in of a city administrator, Linda Woulfe, hired until a permanent full time administrator has been secured. City Clerk Ragini Varma administered the oath.
Wasting away in Zucchini-ville
We are ripe and bountiful in our zucchini season, and it’s one of my favorite vegetables to grow because it’s so hearty, comes in quick and is very versatile.
Karl Oskar Days Button Winners
Karl Oskar Days Button Winners
CRISIS RESPONSE: How can Chisago County do better?
The Mental Health Work Group spun off from an organization involved in addressing police brutality issues, is hosting a community discussion July 24 at the North Branch Library. Free and open to the public this starts at 5:30 p.m., with refreshments being served.
Karl Oskar Days filled with fun, families, food and friends!
A little rain didn’t dampen spirits for Karl Oskar Days. Crowds were huge at all the events including the beer garden and the street dance. The parade saw grand marshals Mike and Trudy McKenzie as well as new royalty (right). Corn was a plenty at the Masons Corn Feed. Kids …
Local trio of siblings find Karl's Snuff Box!!
Finders of the missing Karl Oskar snuff box were Annika, Liam and Logan Hall. The group found the box near a mailbox on the easement outside of Plastic Products. The group took home a whopping $1,000 thanks in part to Carlson’s Amoco, Deutschland Meats, City of Lindstrom and the Chisago …
