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Local Veterans are truly the best; Stay local, shop locally
This weekend is our chance as a community to say “Thank You.” Thank you to each and every Veteran alive and deceased for their service to the United States. There are Memorial Day services all over the county both Sunday and Monday. If you are planning on attending the All-County Memorial …
A seasonal tradition: Rhubarb!
It is the season of rhubarb. Often called a fruit, rhubarb is really a vegetable and is one of the most wholesome of all the plants in the garden.
Trio of emergency responders applauded for effective efforts
Lakes Region EMS crew members and a Chisago County sheriff’s deputy were guests of honor May 7 at a reception and award presentation at Taylors Falls City Hall. The speed and expertise with which Ashley Anderson, Kurt Winkelman and Sgt. Shane Carroll rendered aid to Taylors Falls Mayor Mike Buchite, …
Clean-up days are here; it's renewal time once again
This weekend is a big one around the area. It is the annual Spring clean-up day for Lindstrom, Chisago City, and Shafer. Chisago City and Lindstrom will be combined once again and the drop off location is Liberty Lane in Chisago City. Head north at Frankie's and you will see …
Exploring the versatility of rice
It’s about rice today. There are several varieties of rice and today I’ve chosen brown rice.Brown rice is a whole-grain rice with only the outer hull removed. The cooking time is longer than for regular white rice, taking about 40 minutes to cook compared to white rice, which generall speaking, …
Chisago Lakes corridor community revitalization effort wins grant; still in race for millions
What do Frontier Communications, The Weather Channel, DISH and CoBank have in common? All three are sponsors of the America’s Best Communities (ABC) campaign, and they have given the greater Chisago Lakes Highway 8 corridor a big boost towards enhancing the area’s economic activity.
Eagle Scout project completed at Lindstrom park
Pictured: Brendan Huffman, Sam Klun, Ben Klun, Nolan Huffman, Beau Emeott, Delton Kahle. Not pictured Austin Turman, Barb Kahle, Dale Williams, Bill Straub, Mike and Christy Klun
Search for missing Chisago Lakes grad ends tragically
Pierce County, Wisconsin and River Falls authorities reported locating the body of Bobby Sontag, 20, Monday, May 4. There had been an alert put out by Wisconsin law enforcement looking for information about the Shafer native’s whereabouts, after Sontag had not been heard from for a couple of days.
Pottery Tour is this weekend; our community is a finalist
I can absolutely not believe that I am writing about the passing of not one but two of our community members. Bobby Sontag and Bob Hanson have gone to a better place. Bobby tragically was taken way too young. Bobby was a staple in the community and was loved by …
Time saving baking mix recipes
There’s something about baking...even people who don’t bake often, can be found in the kitchen trying out new food ideas or going with traditional and treasured family recipes.
Lakes Area Police and local residents share spotlight at state awards event
Jen Paulsen and Cory Spencer. There are many in the Chisago Lakes community who already know that these two Lakes Area Police officers are caring and unique individuals; and now the rest of the state knows it too.
Please be careful on the lakes; what is going on at the beach?
If you are a resident of Lent Township, I have a reminder for you. Please remember to get out and vote Tuesday. There is a special election to fill two new supervisor seats. Currently, there are four people running for the seats. This is your chance to vote someone in …
Have pineapple for dinner, skip dessert
Pineapple. Think of it as the friendly fruit. Pineapples have long been a sign of welcome. Using the exotic fruit as a symbol of hospitality spread to Europe and parts of the United States. Its familiar shape is often found on gateposts, in doorways, or on tableware. I can attest …
Honor Flight not so much about those old memories, as opportunity for new ones
Navy veteran Andy Swenson, of Taylors Falls, was visiting with Chisago County Veterans Services Officer Al Budde about 18 months-ago, checking into Veterans’ Administration care available for Andy’s chronic arm pain, resulting from an old war wound. The two got to talking and Budde suggested Swenson submit an application to …
