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Wyoming Council ok's design phase
Wyoming City Council is keeping the design phase for a new fire and law enforcement facility right-on-track.
Fine arts extravaganza
It’s always been a great way to warm up winter and this year’s sixth annual show was no exception...The big gym at Chisago Lakes High School allowed for a little more space for those attending a fine arts extravaganza performance January 31. The students range from grade 8 to 12. …
All American Toys and Quilts on display at History Center
Volunteers at the History Center are pleased to report that the Christmas trees and holiday decorations have been taken down but due to popular demand, the toy displays have remained in place. All 10 showcases filled with toys from 1900-2000 remain for your viewing pleasure along with seven vintage dollhouses. …
Lindstrom City Council gives ADUs green light; with limits
Despite a last ditch set of opposition statements made during public comment last week, the Lindstrom City Council adopted rules allowing for ADUs or accessory dwelling units. The city has been analyzing these to address options for housing needs. An ADU will have a foundation so it is not the …
Mike - thanks for keeping things interesting; see the History Center soon
Chisago County (yes the County) lost an icon this week. Mike Robinson has passed away. For those of you who don’t recognize the name or it sounds somewhat familiar, Mike dutifully served as County Commissioner for 21 years. He represents the north part of Chisago County, and south along the west …
Swenson Park upgrades celebrated
“Awesome ice” and “love the new boards!” These were a couple comments from skaters who circled the rink during the ribbon cutting last weekend, Saturday Jan 15, at Wyoming’s Swenson Park.
Book sale at library, register now for Celebration of Lakes stuff
Did you happen to give to the Salvation Army over the Christmas season? We had a red kettle at Brink’s Market in Chisago City. While finding volunteers to man the station was a bit hectic, the end result was amazing to say the least. When it was all said and done, …
Minnesota Sheriff's Association scholarship recipient from Chisago
A resident from Chisago City is a recipient of one of 15 Minnesota Sheriffs’ Association $2000 scholarships.
Chisago Lakes Spelling Bee champion crowned
The Chisago Lakes School District in conjunction with Chisago Lakes Community Ed held the annual spelling bee January 6. Twenty students ranging from sixth grade to eighth grade participated in the bee. The bee lasted 20 rounds with Elliot Aadland taking first place. Jaimey Jessen-Olson took second and Peter Lutz third. The …
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 …
