LOCAL
Karsky says farewell
The regular meeting of the North Branch City Council, Monday December 8, was the final meeting presided over by Mayor Gloria Karsky.
COUNCIL MEMBER ELMORE SWORN-IN
Sticker shock and more rankle residents who attended taxation hearing
If you'd planned to attend Wyoming's taxation hearing Monday this week but the weather deterred you, don't worry the city council did hear from many who voiced 2009 proposed budget concerns.
Tis the Season for House Plants
Now that we've had a few really hard frosts and our outdoor gardens begin their long winter rest, you may be inclined to turn your attention to a little indoor gardening.
Bring your kids to see Santa Claus, there is only one Community Guide
If you are stuck thinking of a Christmas gift for your loved ones and really aren't crazy about driving to one of those "big box" stores, I think I might have a solution.
What to do with leftover turkey or ham
What do I do with leftovers from Thanksgiving dinner (We either have them the next day, or freeze them for another meal.)
Following veteran's program head's recommendation; the van will be replaced
An issue that's been simmering within the local veterans' community came to a boil last week in the County Board Room
What would Jesus think? Church restoration project had it supporters and detractors
During a special dedication service held November 23 at the church on Chestnut Street, in Taylors Falls, Pastor Mark Woeltge shared an observation anybody involved in restoration projects could relate to.
Leaner than ever; pork is low in calories, high on taste
If you're shopping in the meat department and looking for lean meat, stop at the section where the pork is.
Two cities, two lighting festivals, our community lost a good one
If you are looking for a way to get into the Christmas spirit, Shafer and Chisago City have your fix.
Decades of reliable, good-natured volunteerism being honored in selection of Royal Lady
You won't find Jeanette Dahlquist staking out her usual spot along Bench Street for the Taylors Falls Lighting Festival Parade route this Friday evening.
Chisago County recount identifies 10 challenged ballots; sent to state
The Chisago County Minnesota Senate Race Recount was accomplished in two working days, and results submitted to the Secretary of State's office well ahead of the December 5 deadline that's been imposed on counties.
Check out this year's Gift Guide, get coloring and win some money
A few weeks back, we had a Chisago City Council story in the Press.
Trying to control moles
As I was mowing the lawn for the last time this fall I noticed something unusual.
Cold weather is a great time for vegetable casseroles
Today it's about veggies.
