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Level III offender moves back to rural North Branch
A registered sex offender has returned to live in Chisago County and local authorities are updating the community on the situation.
Andersen Windows to expand
North Branch officials marked the industrial park land sale to Andersen Windows in a photo this week on-site at the Golden Avenue end of the parcel. Pictured: City Administrator Renae Fry, left with Mayor Jim Swenson, Loraine Moeller, HRA/EDA, Andersen supply chain supervisor Bryce Buckles, City Economic Development Director Carla …
Christmas is close, but there is still time to take in some festivities
As we near Christmas (I can’t belive it is so close, where did the time go?), there are still public events that are taking place to get us in the holiday spirit. This Saturday there are a couple of events that are awesome and I hope your family can take them …
Never too late for baking
Is it not too late for making cookies, bars, breads or candy for the holidays? I have cookie bakers in our family that come with fancy varieties, giving me just the spritz cookies to make and that was done last week. Mark comes over with his 13 and 15 year …
Santa visits Moberg Park!
Santa spent some time in Moberg Park, Chisago City, Sunday Dec 6....the drive-through line went through the park past the shelter.
CL student gets cheer to local seniors
Karley Aki was selling poinsettias for her Chisago Lakes senior class party when she had an idea. After a bit of thought, Karley came up with idea that she could give one to each resident in the assisted living facility where she works, but she needed 22 of them. These …
Thanks to cities for making us feel normal, reserve your spot today
I hope you had a chance to actually get out and take in one of the two modified tree lighting ceremonies last weekend. Both Chisago City and Lindstrom made their festivals quite special despite the pandemic circumstances. It looked like the crowds were enjoying the events and the kids relly …
Bars and cookies.... ohhh so sweet!
Is it too late for making cookies, bars, breads or candy for the holidays? Today, it’s about cookies that perhaps you’ve not made before, baked and unbaked.
The Ho-Ho-Holidays are here!
Santa made one of his first appearances of the season Friday in Taylors Falls. The annual Tree Lighting Festival parade was changed to a drive-thru parade with stationary floats.
TF Lighting Festival kicks off the holiday season in area
Taylors Falls held their annual Lighting Festival Friday. Instead of the parade moving, it was stationary and parade goers drove past participants. Royal Lady of the Village Eleanore Collins, Taylors Falls Mayor Mike Buchite, Chisago County Sheriff Brandon Thyen and Deputy Jessica Gage pose for a photo.
Volunteers come out in droves for Community Thanksgiving meal
Volunteers came out in droves to make this year’s Community Thanksgiving Meal a success. The meal served will over 300 residents. Thanks to all who participated.
Santa is still around and would love to see your children, lots to do
The Chisago Lakes Chamber is analyzing the current broadband landscape in Chisago Lakes. The data obtained from the community survey and speed test will be a giant step towards qualifying for funding for universal broadband service in Chisago Lakes.
Quick and easy for busy weeknights
I’m not going to talk about the fact that December is already here, but it is! Have you had enough of turkey or ham over the past week? I never get tired of eating turkey as there are so many ways to serve it.
Lindstrom adopts subdivision rules
The outlying area surrounding the current boundary of Lindstrom or its “extra-territorial” land mass, has been under review -- and last week the Lindstrom City Council unanimously established subdivision procedures for the future of that area.
