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Halloween is so much fun, so many chances to collect goodies
We are so close to Halloween it’s (sorry) scary. That means ice is on its way from somewhere. That also means there are plenty of fun events for kids to take part in. As always, the Lakes Free Church is holding its Trunk-or-Treat event on Halloween from 5-6:30pm. Also—bring the kids …
Anticipation is making me wait...
The best things in life are worth waiting for - that’s the old saying which many of us disregard as hogwash. Not local business owner Vince Marier. The owner of Lindstrom Wheelhorse recently was rewarded for his patience, 26 years of patience.
Halloween - plenty to do locally, register for Home Show today
Can you believe that Halloween is just around the corner? Wasn’t it just yesterday when we had a 60 degree day and the lake ice was almost off? Life goes by so fast.Chisago City will be holding the annual Ojiketa Haunt beginning this weekend and running October 22, 23, 29 …
Pandemic or not; Red Cross volunteer not letting up
Unlike most of America, which has reduced personal travel and interactions with strangers during the past 18 months or so, Lindstrom resident Dave Ackerman has been putting in some serious miles, making human connections and seeing parts of the U.S. he didn’t even plan to. Take Louisiana, for example, habitat …
Special Olympics Truck Convoy makes its way through Chisago County
North Branch is home to a number of Special Olympics participants and they posed for a group photo on the I-35 bridge in North Branch during the “World’s Largest Truck Convoy” a two-day event to raise money for programs the Special Olympics organization provides.
Franks 'n steins - beer and fun, happy birthday to a real gem
If you are looking for a bit of fun this weekend look no further than Chisago City. On Saturday at the Uncommon Loon Brewery the public is invited to the second annual Frankensteins. A fundraiser for the Beyond the Yellow Ribbon, you will enjoy food provided by Deautschland Meats, live music by The …
King and Queen crowned in CL
On Tuesday morning the Chisago Lakes students chose their 2021 King Conner Wheeler, and Queen Ally Nelson. The homecoming game is tomorrow, Friday night, versus Cambridge Isanti.
Freemore family artist 'tree' exhibit in Wyoming
An ongoing exhibition at a local gallery lends a lot of truth to the saying; talent runs in the family.
North Branch crowns homecoming royalty
North Branch Area Public School District celebrates its homecoming this weekend. The Homecoming King and Queen were crowned Monday afternoon, with senior class members attending the event to promote social distancing and the remainder of the school watching remotely. Thanks to community relations person Pat Tepoorten for the photo of …
Mural is historic snapshot, literally
A mural artwork is gracing the wall of the Bitworks building in Taylors Falls, put there to recognize contributions of the local Rivard family.
North Branch celebrates completion of Highway 61 & 95 project
North Branch city officials and the county celebrate last week with a ribbon cutting at the intersection at Highway 95 and County State Highway 30 reopens. Concrete roadway was installed and multiple infrastructure improvements were done below ground, in a project that was a collaboration of the state, county and …
North Branch Vets' Memorial not finding consensus on location
The proposed Veterans Memorial in North Branch’s Central Park got a cool reception from city council members last week, as an after-thought and something being shoe-horned into a spot. Council voted to table moving forward on the Central Park design and instead want a committee to be formed to research …
Goodbye summer, wait, there is another celebration? Sign me up!
The city of Shafer couldn’t have asked for better weather to celebrate Shafer Days. It was gorgeous all weekend long and the crowds were great. I hope you had a chance to come out and have some fun. Thank you so much to the Shafer Days committee and the city …
Taylors Falls Council meeting emotionally charged
The very good news that the city of Taylors Falls has finally received a strong offer for the empty city lot on mainstreet— was overshadowed by a staff member’s near breakdown in chambers Monday night this week. City Attorney Patrick Kelly was in the audience for the purpose of facilitating …
