LOCAL
It’s cookies, and then squash this week
We are going to do recipes using squash today; but first, as I promised, I have to give a certain reader (named Lo) a recipe for the very best tasting, chewiest monster cookie I’ve ever eaten.
Lindstrom-Chisago City law enforcement merger dubbed Lakes Area Police and Wyoming officials investigate joining
The first-ever meeting of the Lakes Area Police Commission October 8 went smoothly, with matters like squad car design and union representation easily handled.
From apple tea to mock apple pie
It’s still apples! And, if you’re tired of all these apple recipes, just hang in there.
Transplanting trees and shrubs
Last spring I went to a class where I heard Gary Johnson, associate professor of Urban and Community Forestry at the University of Minnesota.
Data for equipment grant is a win-win
The past few weeks marked the beginning of a new physical education class at Chisago Lakes High School
OPEN HOUSE OCT. 10-13
Development is oasis for horse-lovers, but you don't have to reside there to benefit
A while back Rob and Cathie Lunzer sat down with Cathie’s parents-- Rich and Barb Hoogheem and laid plans for a special kind of development that would hopefully become a showcase for equestrian-theme communities.
History buffs bring fur trade to life
Fun, games, and even a little historic education were had by all at the annual Fall Gathering at the North West Company Fur Post.
Applesauce; it’s just plain good!
We are going to use applesauce in the recipes for today.
Birthday is good opportunity to remember achievements of retired local missionary
A humanitarian and accomplished healthcare provider was honored September 24 with a surprise birthday gathering at Parmly Nursing Home in Chisago City.
As ground is broken for addressing class space needs, North Branch District also making case for financial needs
Site development and utilities work started today (October 2) for North Branch’s grades 3, 4 and 5 school.
Trinity Lutheran Church of Lindstrom Service of Dedication
Trinity Lutheran Church, of Lindstrom, celebrated with a Service of Dedication Sunday, Sept. 21
Shafer heritage to be celebrated during anniversary weekend
December 2002, a fine man, Craig Sellman, from Shafer passed away.
PARK FRIENDS HOST PARTY AT VISITORS CENTER
Come celebrate 25 years of trails; rolling river, trumpeter swans, prairie vistas and winter wonderland
The 25th anniversary of the founding of Wild River State Park will be celebrated this weekend.
A little bit of apple fun
Often called the “king of fruits,” the apple is probably the oldest fruit known to man.
