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Downsized recipes for two
Are you cooking a meal for one or two people? Cooking a small amount of food can be challenging. It can be hard to figure out what to prepare after many years of cooking when members of your family have “left the nest” for one reason or another. Why did …
Opioid crisis in our area? It is everywhere, learn how to help
On April 18, the entire community is invited to the Chisago Lakes High School Performing Arts Center for a seminar on an epidemic that is real and is in our neighborhoods. The seminar will teach us about the opioid crisis and will be feature speakers from Hazelden Betty Ford, Chisago …
Album release party for Chisago Lakes alum
Kristine Wriding’s singer-songwriter life story began not with a shout, but a whisper and that’s fine with her, she says. She has no aim to be a one-hit-wonder. Her plan from the start was for honing her songwriting and performing skills while learning all aspects of networking and marketing.
Abandoned cemeteries need to be paid some attention; local government takeover proposed
There have been a couple situations over the decades where cemeteries in Chisago County have out-lasted the church congregation or perpetual care group watching over those who lie there. When no relations remain who are interested in keeping the cemetery in good repair, or the church is dissolved, who becomes …
We are looking for the next Richard Hjort, clip and save
I have written here many times before, I am a snow lover. I love to ski, snowshoe, snowmobile and ice fish. But seriously - this is getting ridiculous. Last week I was sweeping my driveway, getting rocks that the snow plows had kicked up off the drive. Yesterday I was snowblowing for the third …
Soup is not just for lunch
Well, Well! I was thinking when April came we would be done with snow. According to the calendar spring started a couple weeks ago. My thinking was the meals we prepare could go from oven to table, as often happens in the colder days of winter. But then we have …
EASTER EGG HUNT!
Paradise Park in Chisago City was filled with young Easter egg hunters eager for the annual spring event-- rain or shine, snow or ice they have a blast dashing to collect the plastic treat-filled eggs. There are also prizes for bonnets or hats, that are decorated in the spirit of …
Comfort Lake-Forest Lake Watershed District project reducing Moody Lake pollution by 60 percent
When the Comfort Lake-Forest Lake Watershed District (CLFLWD) worked with one farmer, to restore one wetland, that fed one small fishing lake, the result was a sixty percent reduction in phosphorous loading to Moody Lake, within six months. Excess phosphorous is the number one source of pollution to freshwater lakes …
Locally-made film to open soon
The movie House of Tomorrow, shot in and around North Branch, opens in limited release soon. According to the movie industry website ew.com the film; starring Ellen Burstyn, Nick Offerman, Alex Wolff, and Maude Apatow-- among others-- is slated for release April 27. It was first seen by the public …
Easter is my favorite day of the year, still time to get in the guide
This weekend is the most important religious weekend of the year. This is the weekend that Jesus rose from the dead. It is the basis of many types of religions and churches. Easter Sunday is a day for celebration and praise. Is it a day to meet with the rest …
What to do with Easter leftovers?
What’s for dinner this Easter? For millions of American families, that question is easily answered- ham of course! If you have not purchased a ham and want leftovers, it’s best to buy a bigger ham….. Oh, really!
NB Liquor Store opens its second location
Employees, managers, local business owners and dignitaries were on hand to celebrate the grand opening of the second North Branch Liquor Store near County Market on 5466 St. Croix Trail, Suite M.
Nelson chooses not to seek re-election after long career
John Nelson accepts some well-earned appreciation from the township, in the form of a reception/plaque presentation after the annual meeting last week. He chose not to seek re-election in Chisago Lake Township. Nelson is pictured with Supervisors Sherry Stirling and Wayne Houle. Annual meeting report is on page 4.
Red Hat Ladies assemble kits
The Blazin Buffalo Belles, Red Hat Ladies, from the Chisago Lakes Area gathered Wed., March 14 to assemble midwife kits at Chisago Lake Lutheran Church in Center City. Over 25 Blazin Buffalo Belles packaged over 400 newborn kits consisting of; a onesie or infant t-shirt, diapers, Ivory soap, a newborn …
