LOCAL
Guess when the digging starts and win $200, Celebration of the Lakes tab is coming
As we approach the "Big Dig", we feel like we need to add a little excitement locally. When I say Big Dig, I am referring to construction on the Highway 8 split pairs.
Dress warm, bring the family to the annual Celebration of the Lakes
Mark your calendars for the Annual Celebration of the Lakes event, the weekend of January 29-31.
Two-way radio users find out about communications upgrade at special meeting convened by sheriff
Those who protect and serve and are at the other end of your 9-1-1 call came together last week to attend a special meeting for two-way radio network users in Chisago County.
'A little bit of this, and a little bit of that'
Welcome to 2010! Twenty years or more ago 2010 sounded way into the distant future.
Voles could be the culprits
The Chisago County Master Gardeners received more calls on critters destroying their lawns, gardens, trees, and shrubs, and bulbs, than any year in past memory.
Ice thickness is looking good for balloons, reserve your 2010 Home Show booth now
As we near the dead of winter, that can only mean two things. The Celebration of the Lakes and the Home, Garden and Business Show are just around the corner.
Looking back at 2009
Looking back on 2009 there was no shortage of stories about local people making this world a better place, and for sure improving Chisago County's corner of the world.
A healthy start to the new year
Tomorrow begins another new year, but I'm certain you're aware of that.
Bromeliad is an unusual houseplant
Adding a new houseplant or two after the holidays may help the winter pass a bit faster.
Looking for a place to celebrate New Years? Look no farther than the Chisago Lakes area
I hope you and your family had a wonderful Christmas.
County uses state grant money to protect the environment and people's health, county sanitarian reports
As you assess the year 2009 coming to an end and count your blessings-- feel free to include the county sanitarian and the county's innovative pilot septic program in those reflections.
Ice anglers enjoy success on area lakes
The cold overnight temperatures we've experienced during the last couple of weeks has created good ice conditions.
All about raising clematis
In garden magazines and even in the garden places of newspaper gardeners are encouraged to plan ahead for the coming growing season.
Appetizers for holiday entertaining
In this holiday season many of you are hosting a party with family or friends. I'd like to share a little true story with you.
