LOCAL
It's early renewal time again, clip your coupons and save
Wow, time really does fly. We once again are in the midst of our early renewal campaign.
Collecting buttons becomes a study in history for local club members
There is an old-fashioned game played at one time by children - button, button, who has the button?
Attend the next Spring Class Series March 25 and learn all about sweet potatoes and mushrooms
The Lindstrom Home and Business Show and the Spring Gardening Bonanza are now history for the Chisago County Master Gardeners.
Planning ahead for Easter meal leftovers
Last week's column was about recipes using eggs. Many of you know that I decorate eggs for the Easter season.
Easter celebrations are everywhere, bring in a donation - save on an ad
March is Minnesota Food Share Month. While the need for food donations is constantly casting a shadow over the local pantries, this month is in the spotlight because it is statewide.
North Branch lands coveted 'Safe Routes' funding of $173,000
North Branch parks coordinator Nate Sondrol returned from a mid-winter vacation last week, and was greeted by the news his application submitted to MnDOT for funding to begin developing "Safe Routes to Schools" has been accepted.
Determination of future city boundaries enters admin law hearings
In just days administrative law hearings will begin in the matter of the boundaries of the new Wyoming city.
Quick and tasty egg bakes for breakfast
Do you eat the contents of white or brown shelled eggs?
Attend the next Spring Class Series March 25 and learn all about sweet potatoes and mushrooms
The first class in our Spring Garden Series was held at the Senior Center in North Branch.
Lego robotics needs you, a reason to clean out your food pantry
I had the opportunity to take in an open house that was put on by this year's first Lego League robotics champions of Minnesota, a group of local kids.
Learn how to grow raspberries
The past few articles have been about plants that we offer for sale through the Chisago County Master Gardeners.
Wyoming Township and city present Comp Plan to citizens
With a late February snow blurring the skies, there was still good attendance for the Wyoming Township and City open house February 28 for public review of a proposed Comprehensive Land use Plan.
Dried or canned; it's a matter of time
It's about beans today. Beans, known as the poor man's meat substitute since biblical times, have been used by every nation and culture.
Area B & Bs offer tours and more during annual 'Chocolate March'
Two area bed and breakfast establishments will be opening their doors for a special event March 16 to give visitors the chance to experience the beauty that the St. Croix River Valley has to offer.
