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A different kind of salad
We’re going to be “corny” today! As I’ve said several times, one of our daughters and I garden together. We have two gardens and so we are harvesting lots of veggies.
Ki Chi Saga Days begin today! New slogan- Phase 2 - We need You!
If you are looking for a little fun this weekend, look no further than Chisago City. That is where you will find the 43rd Annual Ki Chi Saga Days. Ki Chi Saga Days is one of the best celebrations in the area. You can find events to enjoy from Thursday until …
Taylors Falls City Council paves way for wine tasting event and annual deer hunt
Bright blue ballot machines and polling/registration stations were already set-up in the council chambers, as the Taylors Falls council held its regular session Monday night this week the day before the primary election. Not missing a beat; council breezed through its agenda in the reconfigured space.
The 'sky's the limit' on salads
It’s salads again this week. I have a wonderful cookbook named “Women’s Day collectors cookbook.” In each section there is a pre-amble, telling where and when this food originated, etc. So, I’m passing along some of the information about salads to you.
Threshing Show is here; construction takes a turn in Lindstrom; how 'bout a picnic?
Well, you might have heard or seen, but the shut down of Highway 8 in downtown Lindstrom has begun. Until now, the closure of First Avenue has been a pain for some especially businesses along the street. But this closure is where we are going to see major headaches and …
Shift to new route in Lindstrom on-schedule
The Highway 8 project Stage 2 is beginning. Traffic patterns changed, new roads will be closed and we will all need to relearn how to get around downtown Lindstrom. The following is a guide to help you navigate your way through the Stage 2 traffic shifts.
Seeing the sights in Almelund
From the Almelund Lions ballfield complex, south of Hwy. 95 to a block north of the highway-- downtown Almelund was hopping with activity Friday, Aug. 3.
Hwy. 8 detour
The contractor on the highway rebuild project in Lindstrom expects to initiate a switch in traffic flow starting this Monday, Aug. 6 (weather permitting.)
Not your run of the mill salads
It is the season of salads, among other things. I don’t know about you, but I tend to lean towards a good salad. something on the grill and fresh fruit for our main meal when the weather is hot
Catch the last few Harmony in the Parks, come and watch The Little Mermaid
As summer is drawing to a close, that means there are only a few precious more chances to take in a Harmony in the Park Concert. The concerts have been well attended this year and the last two should be as well. On August 8 Harmony will feature Monroe Crossing, …
Project proposed for Eighth District designed by North Branch firm
A North Branch architectural designer has created drawings for an institute being promoted in the Eighth Congressional District primary race. Dennis Odin Johnson of Natural Spaces Domes put together the architectural conceptual drawings used by candidate Rick Nolan when introducing his plans for TIME
Fairview Lakes Medical Center energy-saving idea helps Fairview win Xcel Energy '2012 Efficiency Partner award'
An energy-saving project at Fairview Lakes Medical Center helped the Fairview health system become one of the state’s top five businesses to receive a 2012 Efficiency Partner awardfrom Xcel Energy for outstanding efforts to save energy.
