LOCAL
Don't want to turn the clocks back? New store in Center City to check out
There is a proposal that is making its way through the MN House. A bill proposing an end to daylight savings time for the state of Minnesota is gaining steam. Currently the Federal government controls whether a state can change or not. If pressured by state leaders, the government has …
Help with 'what's for dinner?'
Have you ever wondered what you should fix for a meal? Perhaps I can help you a bit.
County seeks public's help finding those responsible for huge dumping activity
A widespread dumping activity likely overnight Monday this week into early morning Tuesday, March 2 has county hazardous waste staffers scrambling to keep up with disposal and processing, and law enforcement focused on locating the dumpers.
COUNTY PARKS: Keeping up with the times
The Swedish Immigrant Regional Trail may have got ten the lion’s share of coverage in 2020 as a trailhead opened in Taylors Falls and gorgeous new bridges were set in place on a just-completed segment of the trail— but acres and acres of other county parks and trails also deserve …
Find your vaccine? The state has you covered, great fish specials everywhere
If you are like me and wonder if you will ever get your vaccine, the state finally has a website that will contact you when a vaccine is offered to your “group”. If you go to MN Vaccine Connector at www.mn.gov/covid19/ vaccine/connector. From there you will be easily directed to a …
Flavorful stews easy to prepare
Grandma was right. Chicken soup really is good for you. It helps a lot of colds to disappear magically and I believe it. Soups and hearty stews are healthful and inexpensive and will satisfy a hungry family. In many home, the Dutch oven or a large saucepan on the stove …
Celebration of the Lakes a welcome event, even in the cold!
Finders of the Celebration of Lakes’ medallion were Ashley and Reese Shopa. The clues led these ace hunters to locate the medallion, hidden at the new bridge on the Swedish Immigrant Regional Trail outside of Taylors Falls.
Kids begin returning to school in the area
Thanks to the Taylors Falls Parents for Education, all students (Mrs. Greene's first grade class pictured) had a special pizza treat and special decorations to commemorate the day.
Nuisance ordinance fine-tuned; Muddy Cow to open this spring
North Branch has adopted a nuisance ordinance that staff assured city council will now provide the city the proper tools to address parcels generating complaints. The ordinance “eliminates ambiguity” according to City Administrator Renae Fry, who reminded council members last week that the city’s been working on this updated ordinance …
Celebration of the Lakes was great, dodgeball and snow sculpting up next
Wow, thank goodness this cold spell is hopefully over for the rest of the winter. That was an incredibly long spell that we just endured. I had the pleasure of dealing with frozen pipes both at the Press and at our house we recently purchased. Apparently the trick to not spend …
Take brownies to the next level
I am going to tickle your sweet tooth today. The focus is on different varieties of brownies. But first, I have a couple tips for you. If you are on a low-fat diet, consider substituting apple sauce for the oil (same amount) in your brownies and use only egg whites. Also, …
Romantic meal at home
Today it’s all about romantic meals for you and your sweetheart. These recipes are bound to put you in the mood....to eat!
Grumpy Old Men Worship Service at CL Lutheran
As part of the Chisago Lakes Chamber of Commerce Celebration of The Lakes, Chisago Lake Lutheran Church is having its 2nd Annual "Grumpy Old Men Worship Service" at Chisago Lake Lutheran Church, Center City at 9 a.m. on Sunday, February 14. It will be a Drive-up Outdoor Worship Service in the …
Chisago Lakes crowns Snowcoming King & Queen
Homecoming kind of came and went during covid-19 peak so the Chisago Lakes High School is celebrating Snow Days instead. Monday there was a coronation ceremony celebrated in the school gym, with only immediate family members allowed, but it also aired on the CL YouTube channel. The King is Jaxsyn …
