LOCAL
Officials strategize for busy roadwork season with projects all over the county
Several major road projects are already underway or beginning very soon that will affect just about everybody who drives on county roads or along Highways 8 and 95.
Lindstrom Business Commons offering affordable, basic space for growing or new business
It may not be obvious on the outside of the building, but inside the old BevCo-O’Jay-JuiceTime building in Lindstrom there’s a renaissance happening.
Spring through fall blooming bulbs
Soon it will be the time to enjoy the beauty of spring blooming flowers like tulips, daffodils, hyacinths, and others.
Down home casseroles to enjoy
We are looking at casseroles and one-dish meals today. It’s no accident that the word “casserole” comes from “casa,” meaning home.
On renewal and one life's ending
I hope everyone had a safe and enjoyable Easter weekend.
Tougas being honored for leadership, all-around dedication to youth here
Officer Tim Tougas, Lakes Area Police Department, has been named this year’s recipient of the James Trudeau Law Enforcement Award.
Protect your perennials from frost heave
The month of March can be a wild ride for Minnesota gardens! Cold, windy days with temperatures in the teens can be followed by sunny, 70 degree weather.
Ham and egg leftover ideas
In the days following Easter, there are often leftovers of hard-boiled eggs and ham.
Being wrong; stressing what's right
Well I hope you survived the storm of the century last week.
Tougas being honored for leadership, all-around dedication to youth here
Officer Tim Tougas, Lakes Area Police Department, has been named this year’s recipient of the James Trudeau Law Enforcement Award.
CL Math Team members advance to state
Three Chisago Lakes High School Math Team members advanced to the state tournament after competing at region competition recently.
Spaghetti and glue become lesson in bridge-building at CLHS
It wasn’t exactly London Bridge falling down like the old nursery game played by children, but the bridges all came down in their own way last Friday in Jeff Saueressig’s physics classes at Chisago Lakes High School.
Lakeside first graders learn important lessons through Project Charlie
The first graders at Lakeside School in Chisago City may only take away one thing from their participation in Project Charlie this year, but that’s OK with Mike Delmont of the Lakes Area Police Department.
