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Stomp Out Suicide helps raise awareness for those lost and those in need
The Stomp Out Suicide fundraiser and resource event at Goodview Park in Wyoming took place Aug. 20 under overcast and chilly skies; but warm vibes from participants could be felt. Above, the photo tributes to many loved ones being celebrated were put on the “memory line. The City of Wyoming …
in. Art Show 2022 award winners
Cara Jo O’Connell of Minneapolis tells the audience how she came up with her painting called Rosmary and the Finch.
Ki Chi Saga Days was amazing, we have a chance to make a difference
What a fantastic way to wrap up the summer festival season! Ki Chi Saga Days was just what the doctor ordered as school is right around the corner. I spent a lot of time uptown over the weekend and it was crazy busy everywhere you went. The vendor fair at Moberg Park …
Relay for Life raises hope, awareness and funds for cancer research
Chisago County Relay for Life took place August 10 at Chisago Lake Lutheran Church in Center City. Guest speaker was survivor Deb Nelson who was joined by her support group “Brick House” is pictured with American Legion Post 272 and Sheriff Brandon Thyen.
Threshing Show is a hit for all ages
The Almelund Threshing Show was filled with tractors as far as the eye could see and yummy food. Above: Bryson enjoys a bite of sweet corn that his brother Tretyn graciously shared.
Ki Chi Saga Days are here - means more parade candy for me
Ki Chi Saga Days is here. It usually signifies the end of summer; although I refuse to buy into that.
Stacy Daze a hit with locals
The Stacy Daze celebration was as fun as ever, with a great turnout the whole weekend!
Ready for another season; life-saving episode can be celebrated now
The National Ski Patrol celebrated several members of the Wild Mountain patrol program Sunday night during a banquet at the hillside lodge, as the cool layer of pre-thunderstorm fog settled in the St Croix valley.
Palm oil alternative message nets personal response from President Biden
It’s always a good feeling to know you have been heard, no matter what your age is. When local fifth grader Maya Wood got a letter from The White House, she was elated to find that President Biden had received her message and was responding to what Maya hoped he …
Stacy Daze was fun, Threshing Show opens this weekend, art show next
We made our way up to Stacy this weekend. But, I feel bad, this is two years in a row they have had rain during Stacy Daze. But, just like last year, the rain subsided just in time to have a grande day parade. People were having a blast not getting …
Chisago County Farm Family of the Year is CSA, part of farmer's market
For over 40 years about 90 percent of all Chisago County’s annual Farm Family of the Year honorees have been row crop farmers and/or dairy operations. Farm Family of the Year was created by U of MN Extension in 1979 for recognizing farmers and their contributions to local agriculture. Crops …
Center City Days celebration a hoot!
The party was on at Center City Days last weekend!
Chisago County Fair turns 150
The Chisago County Fair celebrated its 150th anniversary wit fun for everyone!
Center City Days welcomes Hoefler as Grand Marshal
This year Center City is proud to announce that Karla Hoefler will be the Grand Marshal for the 2022 Center City Days celebration. The event takes place July 29 to the 31st.
