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Halloween, Falloween, it's all in good fun!
Sheriff Brandon Thyen said the inventory of glow bracelets disappeared in a few minutes due to the crowd of trick or treaters at Lindstrom Lakes Free Church Trunk or Treat event for Halloween. The church parking lot fills with vehicles that have open trunks stocked with candy and goodies for …
Putting my phone down is great; local teams doing amazing things
Wow what a difference a day makes for Trick-or-Treating. Friday’s Trick-or-Treat on Mainstreet was beautiful out— and tons - yes tons of kids came up town to trick-or-treat at local businesses. Saturday there seemed to be a ton of neighborhood parties with kids dressed up and the weather was spectacular. …
Outerwear Fair a success
Trinity Lutheran Church, Lindstrom, hosted the annual Outerwear Fair in the church parking lot and helped 50 families find winter outerwear for their children and themselves. If there is anyone who still needs a coat, snowpants or boots give Trinity a call at 651-257-5129 and they will do their best …
History Center opens new exhibit
The Chisago County Historical Society is pleased to announce that we have created a new exhibit entitled “Scouting Sampler” at the Government Center in Center City. The new displays showcase the history of the various groups in the county – Camp Fire Girls, Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts. The displays …
Halloween is so much fun, so many chances to collect goodies
We are so close to Halloween it’s (sorry) scary. That means ice is on its way from somewhere. That also means there are plenty of fun events for kids to take part in. As always, the Lakes Free Church is holding its Trunk-or-Treat event on Halloween from 5-6:30pm. Also—bring the kids …
Anticipation is making me wait...
The best things in life are worth waiting for - that’s the old saying which many of us disregard as hogwash. Not local business owner Vince Marier. The owner of Lindstrom Wheelhorse recently was rewarded for his patience, 26 years of patience.
Halloween - plenty to do locally, register for Home Show today
Can you believe that Halloween is just around the corner? Wasn’t it just yesterday when we had a 60 degree day and the lake ice was almost off? Life goes by so fast.Chisago City will be holding the annual Ojiketa Haunt beginning this weekend and running October 22, 23, 29 …
Pandemic or not; Red Cross volunteer not letting up
Unlike most of America, which has reduced personal travel and interactions with strangers during the past 18 months or so, Lindstrom resident Dave Ackerman has been putting in some serious miles, making human connections and seeing parts of the U.S. he didn’t even plan to. Take Louisiana, for example, habitat …
Special Olympics Truck Convoy makes its way through Chisago County
North Branch is home to a number of Special Olympics participants and they posed for a group photo on the I-35 bridge in North Branch during the “World’s Largest Truck Convoy” a two-day event to raise money for programs the Special Olympics organization provides.
Franks 'n steins - beer and fun, happy birthday to a real gem
If you are looking for a bit of fun this weekend look no further than Chisago City. On Saturday at the Uncommon Loon Brewery the public is invited to the second annual Frankensteins. A fundraiser for the Beyond the Yellow Ribbon, you will enjoy food provided by Deautschland Meats, live music by The …
King and Queen crowned in CL
On Tuesday morning the Chisago Lakes students chose their 2021 King Conner Wheeler, and Queen Ally Nelson. The homecoming game is tomorrow, Friday night, versus Cambridge Isanti.
Freemore family artist 'tree' exhibit in Wyoming
An ongoing exhibition at a local gallery lends a lot of truth to the saying; talent runs in the family.
North Branch crowns homecoming royalty
North Branch Area Public School District celebrates its homecoming this weekend. The Homecoming King and Queen were crowned Monday afternoon, with senior class members attending the event to promote social distancing and the remainder of the school watching remotely. Thanks to community relations person Pat Tepoorten for the photo of …
Mural is historic snapshot, literally
A mural artwork is gracing the wall of the Bitworks building in Taylors Falls, put there to recognize contributions of the local Rivard family.
