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A "berry" time of year
It’s about strawberry recipes today. I know what you’re probably thinking: “She did strawberry recipes last week!” This is true, however, I have so many good berry recipes that I wanted to share with you I decided to go for it again today. I hope you’re OK with that. “That’s the …
On 10th anniversary of park; past efforts of many and future plans worthy of accolades
The park is named for the Nordic tradition of all peoples’ right to roam -- allemansratten.
History Center open: Quilt Show continues
The Chisago County Historical Society is pleased to announce the History Center museum, research library and gift shop in downtown Lindstrom have reopened. Visitors are limited to 25 percent of building capacity at this time and are requested to wear masks and practice social distancing. New sanitation and protection practices …
Local businesses should be our main focus as we try to recover
This will be that last week before we officially stop sending the County Press to those of you who have yet to renew. It’s not meant to be a bully statement, rather a reminder to renew now so you don’t miss a beat. A ton of you have resubscribed and we …
The smell of cookies baking
When you were a youngster (a long time ago for many of us), do you remember when the aroma of homemade cookies met you at the door when you came home from school?
Everyone gets on commencement stage
Congrats to North Branch Class of 2020. Seniors enjoyed a cyber-celebration Sunday June 7, with an on-line pre-recorded commencement video. The district decided it was best to avoid any gatherings that might make people uncomfortable so commencement was enjoyed at-home as a video streaming event. Graduates came to the high …
Back where she started, and couldn't be happier
With a name like Zupko, you have to get used to being the last name called for attendance, and even being at the end of the list of graduating seniors accepting diplomas.
North Branch resident wins Bush Fellowship
There were 746 people who applied for Bush Fellow status for 2020 and just 24 of them have been awarded the honor. It was announced this week that among those two dozen, is Kirsten Kennedy, of North Branch.
Respect the channel, we as a community can help immediately
Good news boaters, kayakers and canoeists! The channel in between North Center and North Lindstrom Lake is being cleared of bogs. That means very soon you will be abe to maneuver through the channel much more easily. Here is the caveat - we (me included) must absolutely respect the channel, …
Bring sunshine into your cooking
I am going to talk about another citrus fruit that brings sunshine and a refreshing aroma into our kitchens…lemons. I have a book called “Kitchen Wisdom” that has a ton of information from A to Z about fruits, veggies, eggs, cheese, etc.
TF Motel catches fire
Taylors Falls Springs Inn motel experienced a fire in a central unit Friday, June 5 about 5:40 p.m. The sheriff patrol preliminary report concluded that a smoker fell asleep and a cigarette ignited the fire. There were three people and a dog in the structure at the time and all …
Law Enforcement
The sheriff patrols and Lakes Area Police wrote several tickets over last week for cell phone use while operating a vehicle. Minnesota is a hands-free state.
Chisago Lakes graduates in style, despite the space between them
Chisago Lakes seniors officially graduated Monday afternoon. Students and families graduated in a “drive-in” style graduation while watching speeches and listening on the radio. Above, Will Saueressig shouts with joy leaving the ceremony.
Area food shelf program finds support through Hiram Lodge 287
Chisago Lakes Masons (Hiram Lodge 287), along with hundreds of caring community members, raised an impressive $5,926 for Family Pathways’ Chisago Lakes Area Food Shelf. As part of their annual community fundraiser these funds were matched (up to $5,000) by Minnesota Masonic Charities, bringing the total of funds raised to …
