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Sharing recipes and a laugh!
Let the fun begin! The celebration of Karl Oskar Days is up and running, as of yesterday and for the rest of the week. There are so many things going on that you can take part in, watch or stand in line to get something to eat. I hope you will come …
Student musical part of Spotlight's 10 year celebration
The Chisago Lakes High School production of White Christmas was honored June 14 at the annual Hennepin Theater Trust Spotlight Showcase. Their production earned 14 awards Overall Outstanding Production and Overall Outstanding Performance honors meant the cast was invited to perform a 4.5 minute medley at the Showcase. They did …
MnDOT open house explains roundabout project for 2016
People filtered in-and-out of the Sunrise Elementary School where an open house was held June 23 on a proposed roundabout in North Branch. The site is at the intersection of state Highway 95 and Grand Avenue (County Road 14) on the east side of downtown.
Karl Oskar Days, not yet, really? The Chamber welcomes Wendy
I can’t believe this, but Karl Oskar Days is next week. That means in less than seven days, we will be able to attend the largest celebration of the summer. Beginning on Wednesday, you are invited a St. Croix Valley Camera Club photo show at the library. You are invited to …
Not your ordinary lettuce salad
It’s the season of lots of fresh fruits and veggies. For that matter, some are always in season. I’m not big about having tomato, lettuce, cucumber and a bit of shredded cheese sprinkled over the top. IN the winter, I like to make Waldorf salad, a variety of coleslaws, cottage cheese with …
North Branch teen has his wish granted
Midsummer Days in North Branch was a blast for all involved, but especially for one North Branch teenager. Devin Ingram, a 16-year-old fishing enthusiast was surprised with a bass fishing boat during the Midsummer Days parade on Sunday, June 21. Ingram donated a kidney when he was younger and has …
Wyoming Council welcomes officers; Eisenmenger retires
In a brief council session last week Wyoming City Council watched as a festive atmosphere filled the council chambers, as loved ones and friends of new police hirees observed three officers sworn-in to begin their duties. (see photo).
Lindstrom City Council Briefs...
Most of the Lindstrom City Council meeting was devoted to discussing the County Road 20 bridge. But, there was an agenda item for an update with MN House Rep. Bob Barrett, R-Lindstrom.
We say goodbye to a dear friend; fun weekend ahead in our area
When I began working at the Press 13 years ago, there were a few relationships that I quickly had to figure out. I knew I had to have a working relationship with our printer as well as our delivery company. I knew I also had to keep in good standing with the post office. …
So many good recipes to share
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 …
Wannigan Days churns along the main drag
The Shriners were among the parade units at Wannigan days last weekend. This is from the St Croix Falls street level.
Retired from Navy service, Grand Marshal found other ways to serve
When you stand alongside the MidSummer parade route this Sunday in North Branch, and Paul Henderson rides past in the lead car as parade Grand Marshal, what you’ll see is a Korean Conflict veteran, who served his country, and chose to keep serving even though he was no longer in …
Patience is needed in navigating Wyoming streetwork construction
Just about anywhere you go in the old town part of Wyoming you’re going to be encountering signs posted for “Road Work Ahead.”
Wannigan Days was a great time; Happy Father's Day to all
A huge thank you goes out to the organizers of this year’s Wannigan Days. This amazing group worked tirelessly over the last year. Wannigan Days is always a great time, but this year seemed to be better than years past. There was a big time feel to a small town …
