LOCAL
Announcing the park host program, now through fall, at Lindstrom Beach Park
If you've got an RV or camper to live in and a few weeks this summer when you aren't doing anything-- the city of Lindstrom has a terrific opportunity for you to kick back and experience a leisurely stay, on the shores of Lindstrom Lake, at no cost.
A little of this, and a little of that!
I'm sure there have been times when you can't think of what to cook for supper or what to fix for ladies who you've invited for lunch without a clue as to what you're going to serve.
Paranormal investigators converge on Mariner's Moon
It certainly wasn't a scene out of Ghostbusters, but the paranormal investigators did bring a lot of high-tech equipment and a willingness to explore dark corners of Mariner's Moon on a quiet spring evening.
Fare for All helps stretch families' dollars
The Chisago County Health and Human Services department held its third food distribution last week in a cooperative program with the statewide Fare For All food network.
Karl Oskar Days starts next Wednesday, be sure to purchase your button today
Center City Days have come and gone. And with the exception of a few disturbances from Mother Nature, a pretty good time was had by all.
Township and city officials honor Tolzmann's lifetime of true citizenship; parkland will be testament to his legacy
The Sunrise Meadows neighborhood park has been re-named and dedicated as Norman August Tolzmann Park.
UPDATE FROM STATE REP;
Economic development and environmental quality measures will benefit state
Jeremy Kalin has served in the Minnesota House for one term, and both years the legislature adjourned on time.
Coping with Deer in the Garden and Landscape
In doing some research for this article I noted that it would take up most of the room if I listed all the plants that deer include in their diet.
It's recipes using dairy products this week!
June is Dairy Month and I almost missed it! It's the time of the year when dairy farmers celebrate the variety of delicious dairy products produced each year.
Shafer hosts emergency preparedness meeting
The City of Shafer took a step toward being better prepared to handle disasters and emergencies by hosting an emergency preparedness workshop last Wednesday.
Center City Days are here, the Vets need your assistance
I hope you had a chance to take in some or all of North Branch's Midsummer Days last weekend.
You name it; 2008 Farm Family of the Year has been active in agricultural community
Members of the Jim and Gwen Swenson family will be on a familiar turf when they accept recognition as Chisago County's Farm Family of the Year at the Chisago County Fair Talent Show in July.
Drug court positives affect lives of mentors as well as participants
Three area youths were given a second chance at a meaningful life last week.
Getting Control of Rabbits and Hares
Although it was a lot of hard work to be sure, the 125 gardeners got their bare root plants.
