LOCAL
Chisago Lake Lutheran church received nearly a ton in food donations
Volunteers from Chisago Lake Lutheran church had a very successful food drive on Saturday, March 16. Through the generosity of area residents, 1,739 lbs. of food was donated for the local Family Pathways food pantry in Chisago City. That’s 264 lbs. more than last year.
Representative Neu Brindley announces final term this session
Representative Anne Neu Brindley (R-North Branch) announced that she will be retiring from public office at the end of her current term, which expires at the end of 2024. Neu Brindley was first elected to the Minnesota House of Representatives in a special election in 2017 and is serving her …
Lindstrom firefighters get go-ahead to sign onto state pension managers
Lindstrom firefighters proposed to meld their fire relief association pension account with the state PERA system and the city council agreed it would be a good move.
County Board sets fine for cannabis public use violators
Just two people spoke at the public hearing in the County Board room last week before the County Commissioners adopted a proposed enforcement ordinance, to restrict the extent of public use of recreational cannabis. Those who testified addressed the $300 maximum penalty for what the state has classified as a …
Stacy Council gives tower chores to marine services
Stacy City Council met March 12 for a regular meeting, all members were present.
Wyoming hears Police Department wins grant
It’s been a situation of taking one step forward and two steps back; in getting the Wyoming Police department up to a full roster lately, and last week was no exception. Public Safety Director and Police Chief Neil Bauer presented a resignation to the city council from an officer, which …
CL School District eliminating 19 teachers and 10 support staff in cuts
There was an air of uncertainty around the well-attended regular school board meeting for Chisago Lakes on Thursday, March 21.
Jean Charles
Jean L. Charles, born March 14, 1933, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her children on March 14, 2024, at the age of 91 years.
Snow everywhere, thanks to all who came out to local events
My wife and I just got back from a week long vacation. I am not going to go on about the vacation because let’s be real, the only people who care about vacations are the ones who took them. It’s like listening to someone go on and on about their …
Happy Easter to everyone!
I’ve got some extended space this week to really share some of my favorite Easter recipes! I’m hosting my in-laws this weekend for the holiday, and that always makes me nervous because my mother-in-law is a phenomenal cook. She always says she likes my cooking, but sometimes I feel like …
