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My green beans have gone wild
We were “on holiday” (as the English say) last week and while we were gone the green beans went bananas. I’ve never had plants as big as they are. My veggie garden is only about 28 feet long and four feet deep. The two bean rows are a foot apart …
Farm Family of Year blends busy lifestyle with agri-living
The 2015 Farm Family of the Year was first attracted to Chisago County because of its steadfast Scandinavian-ism. And, if you enter the family’s surname ‘osland’ into a Google search for its Norwegian meaning, it comes up “farmstead” with hill/ridge as secondary meanings. A nice coincidence as Mark and Wanda …
Relay for Life brings together survivors
Cancer survivor and Relay honorary co-chair Bob Bruber, of Lindstrom, assisted by his daughter Mary Autey, tells other Relay participants of his family's personal fight against cancer; Relay honorary co-chair Cyndy Tubbs, of Rush City, shares her survival story; A survivors’ lap begins around the Relay track at the Almelund …
Never a shortage of things to do; summer of events winding down
I hope you had a chance to come out and support the Relay For Life or the Triathlon. Iâknow it is kind of odd that our area would have two big events at the same time, but it seems to somehow work. The Relay had a wonderful turnout with emotions …
Peach pie worthy of a blue ribbon
I have a wicker basket on my counter full of one of the most aromatic fruits.... which would be peaches. Early in history, peaches could be seen in paintings on the table of King Louis XIV, waiting to be eaten, peach in hand with peach juice running through his beard. …
Chisago County Fair full of fun!
Griffin Vaughn riding in his first horse show with aunt Tami Buus.
Triathlon comes to town Saturday,we want to see your event photos
I hope you had a chance to take in some of the Chisago County Fair over the weekend. Other than the storm on Friday night, we couldn’t have asked for much better weather. Thank you so much to all the great folks who serve on the Fair Board. They work …
Refreshing raspberry treats
Many of us get upset over opening a beautiful melon or pineapple only to find that what we thought would be ripe and ready to eat are not as ripe as they appear to be. With raspberries, blueberries and strawberries, what you see is what you get.. if you are …
Karl Oskar Days fun for all involved
Karl Oskar Days car show is always a crowd favorite and some car enthusiasts give the vehicles, like this jalopy, much more than just a cursory glance.
Police budget to increase in 2016
The four-member Lakes Area Police Commission unanimously adopted the 2016 budget increase, presented at four percent, last week. The funding formula remains 50 percent Chisago City’s responsibility and 50 percent Lindstrom’s. There will be a special meeting of the commission at Lindstrom City Hall August 19 to discuss a “funding …
Karl Oskar Days was a great time;Chisago County Fair this week
Well we did it. We survived another Karl Oskar Days. Not only did we survive it, we thrived. Attendance was great each and every day. The weather was absolutely beautiful. From all accounts, vendors both food and craft, were very pleased with the turn out as well.
What's blue, sweet and good for you?
Blueberries are an old Indian food. They were a major food supply for many tribes who ate them fresh, cooked with meat or dried them in large amounts for winter use. They found that blueberries will grow after a forest fire on burnt-over ground, which was a plus for their food …
Jail design expenditure authorized 4-1
Last week the County Board voted 4-1 to advance a 120-bed law enforcement center one step closer to being constructed. With Commissioner Lora Walker opposed, the Board directed staff to start project design and bid spec development. The action also authorizes the county to contract with a lobbyist at a …
Parade is an opportunity for couple to champion favorite cause
Roger and Cindy Kaske will ride in the Karl Oskar Days Parade in a few days as Grand Marshals, not because they think they’re anything special; but because they see it as a way to remind us an average person can do alot to make a difference in the life …
