LOCAL
Wyoming P.D. to get car cams
The City of Wyoming is quickly finding ways to utilize the legislative aid going out to cities and counties for public safety expenses. (See listing below.) The council agreed unanimously to direct staff to develop a contract activating a Reserve Cadet Officer program.
Better late than never
As to not interfere with the bigger cities' celebrations, National Night Out was held August 15 in Taylors Falls. In addition to emergency vehicles for kids to climb on, a Life Link helicopter stopped by, games were set up, and a barbecue was organized by the Taylors Falls Lions. The …
Lindstrom bans public cannabis use, Akerson project gets green light
The use of cannabis products in public spaces in Lindstrom was banned last week, by a unanimous vote of the city council (Council member Krueger attending via Internet.) The parks ordinance Chapter 130 is now amended to include cannabis of all shapes and forms. Signage will be posted in obvious …
Ki-Chi-Saga Days brings Chisago City community together
The parade highlighted the always fun Ki-Chi-Saga Days in Chisago City last weekend. Above is the Chisago Lakes Marching Band dancing along to their own music, and below is members of the Chisago Lakes Hockey youth program promoting their sport and teams!
Water & Light considers hiring chairman for ballot marketing campaign
The chair of the North Branch Water & Light utility commission last week was awarded the job of developing a visual theme and messaging package for the upcoming municipal utility referendum. The proposal was the only professional services offer sought or received by the utility commission.
Postcard survey; return and express your preference on County Fair site relocation
Postcards mailed to over 2,300 addresses in the immediate Rush City area, seeking feedback on redeveloping the county fairgrounds, are beginning to be returned with responses.
East Central Regional Library budgetary needs explained explained
The library system is seeking a four percent increase in its budget for 2024 mostly to accommodate usage growth. Data for the system show 32 percent of Chisago County residents are in possession of a library card. Other member counties are as low as seven percent. The number two county …
Cafe in Stark gets green light
The proposal for adding another story to the old Pace’s Tavern to house a residence- coffee shop business on County Road 10, in the unincorporated area of Stark, was granted partial approval last week. by the County Board. (See also June 8 Press.)
Shafer Council briefs...
Shafer City Council met August 15 for a regular meeting. Council member Nick Brehm was absent.
Ki Chi Saga Days - State Fair
Thanks to all the volunteers and the Ki Chi Saga Days committee for a wonderful weekend of fun and festivities. There were people everywhere and they were all having a great time.
To-may-to, to-mah-to
Although the dry, hot summer we’ve had haven’t been the best for growing tomatoes, as long as you kept on your watering schedule, and maybe gave the big red fruits an extra drink or two, you should be reaping the rewards from your tomato plants about now. So it’s time …
Farm Family of the Year is two-generational
The May Family has side-by-side farmsteads south of Rush City; one that they settled in the mid-1980s and the smaller one was established by son Jason soon after he finished schooling.
North Branch joins other local cities in conserving water
The City of North Branch has adopted a drought response and is restricting outdoor water use and encourages residents to conserve indoor water consumption too.
Threshing Show marries love of tractors and farming into one great weekend
Threshing Show is all about love of machines, particularly tractors and it doesn’t matter if you need adult supervision.
