LOCAL
Our first tickets winner chosen, Elvis has not left the building
Thanks to all people who entered to win Saints tickets over the past few weeks. We have chosen our first winner.
The Eye Guy receives more than he gives doing the Lions work
Jim Koenig has a nice condo in Lindstrom where he can gaze on the quiet waters of North Lindstrom Lake from his balcony.
Smoking fish is a family tradition
I think I picked up my smoking habit from my uncle.
Fly casting: learning from the best
I consider myself a pretty competent fly caster.
Advice to tackle mid-June insects
I have been writing articles for several years and I have called on many who know more than me to get information for these articles.
Help with putting together a good meal
It's June already and there are so many things going on...graduation parties, weddings and picnics, fishing, boating, sports, etc.
The local Vets need your help; Harmony in the Park is back
As I have written in recent weeks, Memorial Day is a very special holiday that is near and dear to my heart.
Festive fundraiser example of support for scholars
This is the season when graduation is the topic in lots of casual conversations.
EcoAware teaches attendees benefits of eco-friendly household products
In 2007, a group of environmentally-conscious women from the Women's Environmental Institute (WEI) in Almelund decided there was another good reason to throw a party - learning how to be ecologically aware.
Ki-Chi-Saga and Frandsen parks' comprehensive plans need public to okay revisions
The Chisago County Park Board heard from Lakes Area Recreation Association spokesperson Wade Clarin last week.
Steam, boiled or fried Asparagus is in season and delicious
Asparagus, one of the first vegetable to be harvested in the spring in the northern state is now available nearly year round.
I have found a way to converse with your kids-purchase a boat
I hope you and your family took some time last weekend to honor those who have fallen in the line of duty.
Bio-Business Park study gets legislative support and funding
In the just-completed legislative session a bill promoting "green" jobs made it to the governor's pen, and includes funding to aid in the development of a Bio-Business Park in the Lindstrom-Chisago City area.
On fish camp and friends
One good thing about a tight-knit group of friends is the fact that any one single person in the group can bring a new guy into the fold and it's a foregone conclusion that he'll be a good fit.
