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Chisago Lakes Middle Schoolers enjoy the annual Wolf Ridge Learning Center field trip
Throughout last week sixth graders at Chisago Lakes Middle School enjoyed a special field trip, taken in two sessions, at the Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center in northern Minnesota.
Effects of global climate change on our forests
Although many gardeners relish the idea of a longer growing season and a wider variety of Minnesota-hardy plants to choose from, there are many negative effects associated with global climate change.
Take the chill off with a little hot chili
Obviously you know that our "Celebration of the Lakes" celebration starts tomorrow (Friday). One of the events that is taking place is the annual "Great Chili Cook-Off."
If you have never been to Celebration of the Lakes, do yourself a favor, go
It is finally here -- the annual Celebration of the Lakes is set to begin tomorrow.
ANCESTRY.COM TRAINING JAN. 28 AT ECRL BRANCH
Historical Society facilitating a genealogy group
If you have interest in genealogy or tracing your ancestors' stories through public records-- there's a group forming under the Chisago County Historical Society umbrella that might help you jump start your efforts and could be a fun way to network with people of similar interests.
Ambassadors are a family affair
The Chisago Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring the 17th Annual Celebration of the Lakes and each year, as part of the festivities, the Chamber selects a Community Ambassador.
Lindstrom Hwy. 8 Open House scheduled
The graphic above is just one example of how the new Hwy. 8 bridge in Lindstrom might look....
Five ways to kill houseplants
For many years I have written about the care of various houseplants during the dormant season.
'Down home' one skillet meals
Recipes prepared in just one kettle or pan are great for busy or not-so-busy cooks.
Kiddie parade and bike races in January? It must be Celebration of the Lakes time
It looks like Mother Nature has had a change of heart.
Taylors Falls Council holds public hearings on Comp Plan and development fees
A deserving couple was greeted by applause as the Taylors Falls City Council gathered Monday night for its regular meeting.
Xccent annexation territory grows to include nine parcels
An agreement being drafted which allows for the Xccent industrial property to be annexed to the city of Wyoming came before Wyoming Township supervisors last week, generating the major discussion of the night.
How to care for the amazing amaryllis
Amaryllis bulbs have become a fixture of Christmas and holiday gift giving for decades.
First babies of the new year
The first baby of 2008, at Fairview Lakes Medical Center, Wyoming, is Claire Elizabeth Tainter, of Hugo, born at 4:56 a.m. Jan. 1.
