LOCAL
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 …
Lakes Area Officer Cory Spencer to receive 2014 James Trudeau Law Enforcement Award
Lakes Area Youth Services Bureau (LAYSB) is pleased to announce Lakes Area Police Officer Cory Spencer is the recipient of the 2014 James Trudeau Law Enforcement Award. This award is given annually by LAYSB to law enforcement personnel who rise above and beyond their job duties to help break down …
White Bear Township Theatre lobby fills with Zac Pack supporters
There was a very special movie showing on April 18. White Bear Township Theater held a special showing of Mall Cop 2 featuring Kevin James.
Uff da, the umlauts are back!
Governor Mark Dayton signed an Executive Order requiring MnDOT reinstate the use of umlauts on roadway signage, when appropriate. Rep. Laurie Halverson (DFL—Eagan) has been working with MnDOT on the issue with the city of Lindström. In photo a MnDOT worker adds the dots to the o in Lindstrom.
Zac Pack movie was awesome; blue cards are arriving soon
I wanted to take a minute to thank you. Thank you for supporting another great cause in our community. This week I am referring to the Zac Pack Mall Cop 2 movie premier. By now almost everyone knows the story of Zac Bartz and his courageous battle with a very …
Slow cooker meals for spring
Seeing that the cooler weather came upon us, I think I can still get by with soup recipes... in a slow cooker. Since spring is finally here, I’m sure many of you will be working outside cleaning up the yard, getting the soil ready for planting, washing windows, etc.
