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Praise Fest brings out the best
The Praise Fest at United Methodist Church provided great people watching, like this little one who figured out how to get those rings to go over the top of the bottle, for a prize.
Fourth of July? You have options, we are in need of some local volunteers
So we are in full swing in our area’s summer celebrations. Since the 4th of July lands next week, we will take a break from all of the festivities. Not sure about you, but these mid-week holidays are not my cup of tea. They make the whole work week kind …
Irresistible strawberry desserts
Strawberries are burstin’ out all over again this week. In the golden olden days this berry was loved by royalty, a natural symbol of love. My thought is, why aren’t strawberries given as a gift on Valentines Day rather than flowers or candy.” The produce department could put berries in …
Community gardens are hubs for learning-while-growing, says Master Gardener programmer
For being in a state with weather that supports outdoor gardening maybe 30 percent of the year-- Chisago County’s Master Gardener program is enjoying strong growth and interest. Extension Service program representative and local Master Gardener coordinator Sue Humble, says in 2016 there were 2,200 hours dedicated locally by Master …
Midsummer Days enjoys beautiful weather and great turnout
North Branch Midsummer Days crowned its new ambassadors on Friday night. Elise Toussaint, Madison Irons and Michaela Egan will represent Midsummer Days for the next year. The event was held at the North Branch American Legion.
Early Ambassador of all things Swedish makes return visit
Thomas Wolfe said you can’t go home again, but Helen Fosdick and her daughter Tori, who have lived in California for 18 years, recently did just that. They returned to Lindstrom recently to stay at Fridhem, the yellow house on South Lindstrom Lake they once called home. Listed on the …
Lots to do this weekend including PraiseFest and Winehaven's festival
If you are looking for some real fun locally this Sunday, look no farther than first United Methodist Church in Lindstrom. That is the location of this year’s Praise Fest. Before you get all freaked out because of the religious sound of the event, hear me out. Praise Fest is …
It's strawberry picking time
Yes, you can buy strawberries in the grocery store but they don’t have the same delicious flavor as fresh picked. Each year I mention my “strawberry picking jeans” with the stained knees and every year I wash them after the picking season is over but the stains remain. I wonder …
NB wraps up school year with graduation
The 108th Commencement of North Branch High School was on Wednesday, June 7. At top, a group of seniors takes the day seriously. Bottom right, a senior waves to friends and family. Bottom left, William Eichholz gives his speech.
Midsummer Days Grand Marshal found sense of community in NB
The Grand Marshal leading this Sunday’s North Branch MidSummer Days Parade sat down for an early morning interview wearing his firefighters’ heavy canvas pants, suspenders over a Twins T-shirt, and his MN fire chief’s association ballcap. The apparel was no prop for the photographer, though. Kevin Grote’s pager had sounded …
Quilt of Valor presented to Robert Rongitsch
Just days before his 93rd birthday the family of veteran Robert Rongitsch and his wife Marlys surprised the obviously beloved father and grandfather with a quilt of valor.
Midsummer Days in North Branch; Harmony in the Park is making music
This weekend the good folks in North Branch invite you up to enjoy their Mid-Summer Festival. The festival begins today with a carnival with rides in Central Park and family friendly Bingo that runs all day at the Legion.
'Taters... what could be better?
I am going to share potato recipes with you today. The following information will help tell which variety is best to use when a recipe just calls for potatoes.
Next generation of cyclists in popular region for biking
It’s entirely possible that some of these youngsters in the North Branch bike rodeo (see photo left) will someday hit the bigger horizon for a bicycle tour of Minnesota, and beyond. During the month of June they will have two local opportunities, to see just who these long distance bike …
