LOCAL
Do you believe in fate?
With an early hunt and a day trip to Wisconsin's Brule River in search of fall run steelhead as my most recent forays, I was once again reminded how fate, luck and the generosity of others often play a hand in determining our success in the woods and on the …
Planning for winter garden beauty
There may be many reasons why the colors were not as vivid this fall, but they just were not.
Sweet potatoes: not just for the holidays
It's sweet potato recipes today. There orange tubers are great tasting, good for you and economical.
2009 Gift Guide has something for all, do not spend this Thanksgiving alone
In the next edition of the Search Shopper, you will find something very special.
Senator Franken's wife eager to assure abuse victims that somebody's listening
Several women living at The Refuge's shelter for victims of domestic abuse got to sit down and speak intimately with U.S. Senator Al Franken's wife, Fran late last week.
Household Hazardous Waste Center director helps put county on the map with national spotlight on local drug take-back
When Paul Dennison, of rural Shafer, began volunteering more than a decade ago on a new county committee promoting recycling; he viewed it as a way to educate the public and lend Earth a hand.
Pears receive some much deserved recognition
In fall, apples seem to get all attention. Pears deserve more respect. Pears receive some much deserved recognition
We are sorry for the late newspaper, time to look through your old photos
As you know, Veterans Day fell on Wednesday this week. That means the Post Offices were closed, which also means people received their papers a day late.
Sunrise River station capacity down to 726 MW, physical plant is 200 feet from # 14
LS Power is actively involved in development of several energy generation projects across the United States at this time,
Joint meeting brings up new details
The ongoing battle for the LS Power Plant in Lent Township had yet another chapter written as the Lent Town Board and the Lent Planning and Zoning Commission held a joint meeting on Monday, Nov. 9.
Home health care option fits needs of families
Amy Nelson knew there was a better way to offer home care services than what she had seen on the job.
Van program is first class operation
It is fitting in this edition celebrating Veterans Day to share the news of the Chisago County Veterans' Transport vehicle, which was dedicated in a brief ceremony November 5, in North Branch.
Bridge project bid award goes to Lunda; groundbreaking Nov. 13
Tomorrow, Friday-the-13th is a big day in North Branch.
Giving thanks for straightway grouse
They do their best to make us look downright foolish at times, unnerving us as they explode from the ground or a perch overhead, their startling "whirr" of wings designed to disorient would-be predators.
