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Strawberry recipes for summer yummies
We are in the season of strawberry picking and have been for a couple weeks. Generally speaking, we can purchase strawberries any time of the year, but you and I know the flavor is just not the same as homegrown or berries picked from a berry patch. Strawberries were loved …
Karl Oskar Days already? Yes, and it is going to be great! Congrats to the Sperrys
Well it is finally here. Karl Oskar Days has officially begun. The ambassadors are chosen, the hunt for the snuff box is underway, and the weather looks beautiful. Tonight (Thursday) there is a cribbage tournament at Trinity Lutheran Church.
Sportsman's Club is an ageless asset
The Chisago Lakes Sportsman’s Club is neither for men nor sports. Now that that’s perfectly clear, what is it for, you ask. For nearly 60 years the 11 acre site on the frontage road between Chisago City and Lindstrom, has quietly been a place to go and relax in a …
Family Praise had a wonderful turnout
The Family Praise and BBQ Fest last weekend featured seven worship teams/bands, entertainment including the Marcio family Elvis Experience, and a barbecue rib cookoff. Kids enjoyed inflatables and activities. Local worship teams/bands included: First United Methodist Church, Testify, Maranatha Assembly of God, Zion Lutheran, Hosanna Lutheran from Forest Lake, Lakes …
Love of live entertainment is just one of his many 'Grand Casino stories'
Wanted: Your Grand Casino story. When Stacy area resident Tony Olivolo saw the notice posted this spring at the casino seeking patron testimonials, he walked into the interview room and asked which of his stories they would like to hear. Apparently Olivolo has a host of stories, having frequently won …
Karl Oskar Days is next week, we are looking for a champion of the community
Don’t look now, but Karl Oskar Days begins next week. That’s right, the granddaddy of celebrations here begins a week from today. In this edition of the Press, you will find three pages packed with events taking place from July 9-13. As always, Karl Oskar Days begins Wednesday. Be the …
Little bit of this and that
The 4th of July is tomorrow. How can that be? For me, and a lot of others, the days seem to fly by quicker than a cat on a hot tin roof! A while back, I received a very unique clock as a birthday gift. Being retired, it was very appropriate for …
Midsummer Ambassadors crowned
North Branch Mid Summer Ambassadors top left are: Grace Oslund, Kayla Bulver and Ashley Swanson.
Kids loving the weather at NB's Midsummer Days
North Branch Mid Summer Days is a chance for community members to do things they might not normally get to do; like parade in the middle of a public street, ride carnival rides in Central Park and exhilirate in a cool drenching during the fireman’s waterball fight, above. More Mid …
County to help fund dump site clean up
The County Board last week approved spending $150,000 out of the Solid Waste Management Fee revenues, an itemized line on annual property tax payments, to help cleanup Rotary Park, on School Lake, in Chisago City. The parkland is accessed from Liberty Lane and includes shoreline along the south end of …
Students learn good work habits
Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Services joined forces with the Chisago Lakes High and Trio Wolf Creek Charter School this week. Students (7) from Chisago Lakes and (3) Trio Wolf Creek, spent the last 10 days learning about employment, skills communication, and work readiness. Each day consisted of classroom learning before …
Yearly tip to fix your blue pool blues; Praisin and Grillin and ribs Sunday
This weekend if you happen to be roaming around the area, keep your eyes open for the KS95 van. On air personality Shannon Holly will be in the area visiting various businesses with prizes to share with listeners who come and talk with them. If you happen to spot them, …
It's about asparagus today
I am going to share some hints with you about this green spring (and early summer) veggie that is one of my favorites. I say that alot when it comes to veggies or fruits. I like all of them, except okra, which is not too prevalanet in our neck of …
North Branch Ambassadors to be crowned this weekend
The 2013 Midsummer Ambassadors Lizzie, Mikayla, and Kaitlyn in back row, center, with North Branch Midsummer candidates. Coronation is Friday, June 20 under the Legion tent at 6:30 p.m.
