LOCAL
New COVID testing center open in North Branch
The former Nike Outlet building, located at 38500 Tanger Drive, will be open weekdays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. for those wishing to be tested for the Covid virus. While walk-ins will be accepted, it is strongly encouraged to schedule an appointment. Both the rapid, nasal and saliva tests …
Local fishermen enjoy success at the next level
We caught up with local angler Kyle Minke who recently competed in a national fishing tournament on Table Rock Lake in Arkansas. He and his partner finished seventh out of 350 boats. Kyle and his wife Jenna are Lindstrom residents. Kyle owns a local plumbing company in Lindstrom.
Fire consumes barn in Shafer
Nearby fire departments were called out to a barn fire at 4:45 a.m. December 28, at an address on 310th, between Shafer and Taylors Falls. Horses in the building were rescued but the fire consumed the structure and notes from 9-1-1 dispatch are that the building collapsed on itself by …
County takes lead on Wyoming freeway interchange study
Chisago County Commissioners have set the wheels in motion on a study of the interchange in Wyoming, in the vicinity of Viking Blvd. and I-35. This transportation artery is poised to become much busier and prominent as two large tracts of land get developed, if all goes as proposed in …
New Years is upon us, so hard to say goodbye to such a crappy year
So the year is coming to an end at the end of this week. I would like to be on the record as saying “Thank goodness and good riddance.” Not that the outlook of the latest virus variant is sunny, but last year was THE longest year I have ever …
North Branch announces ExCEL winners
Congratulations to Rylee Ramberg and Paul Boelk on being selected as the 2021-22 ExCEL (Excellence in Community, Education, and Leadership) Award winners for North Branch Area High School!
Goldfish eradication to be split by Lindstrom/county
The Chisago Lakes Lake Improvement District, County Board and City of Lindstrom acted recently on a proposal to split the expenses to remove a couple of ponds’ full of invasive goldfish. The city had been looking into chemical eradication for the past several months, since receiving council okay last winter …
History lesson I applied already, live Nativities on Saturday
Last week I wrote about the showing of the Emigrants at the high school. I knew as soon as I wrote it I may solicit calls because of my lack of technicalities when it comes to local history. I am lucky enough to know some real historians here, and call them friends. I do apologize if …
New assessor appointed; county sets 2022 levy
The County Board meeting last week began with swearing in new County Assessor Daryl Moeller, appointed in the wake of John Keefe’s retirement. The Personnel Committee handled candidate interviews and recommended Moeller, who the Board appointed 5-0.
Tree Lightings bring joy and happiness
Tree Lighting festivals were abundant last weekend, and kids got the opportunity to meet Santa Claus and tell them what they are looking for this Christmas, to drop off letters to the North Pole, and check out some of their favorite holiday traditions like hot chocolate, Christmas lights and carols.
Another chance at the coloring contest, Sports Preview is here
When we put our Gift Guide out a week ago or so, we failed to realize something. Those of you who get the Press do not get the Search. Thus eliminating a good amount of you whose children enter our coloring contest. We apologize and would like to announce that …
Proposal lands Chisago in new Congressional District #6
The Minnesota Legislature should be viewing maps of political districts that have been redrawn— by the time it reconvenes January 31, 2022.
Taylors Falls Lighting Festival
The lighting festival in Taylors Falls was a blast for all attendees. Although there wasn't snow on the ground, that didn't stop revelers from putting their own lighting touches on their outfits, like this young gal.
Christmas season is here, so much to do, opportunity galore
What an amazing turnout the Taylors Falls Lighting Festival had over the weekend. This was easily the biggest turnout I have ever seen. The streets were jam packed with parade goers despite a stiff cold wind. Thank you so much to Geri and her army of volunteers who made this …
