NEWS
Wildcats upend Willmar in massive upset
Chisago Lakes 48, Willmar 42 (2 O.T.)With the score tied 42-42 in the second overtime against the Willmar Cardinals, Wildcat defensive end Stephen Weiss intercepted a pass at the ten-yard yard line to stop the Cardinals’ overtime series. The game ended two pays later when fullback Evan LaValle scored on …
What's the big idea?
The Chisago Lakes Area Community Foundation together with donors and supportive community members announced the ‘Big Idea’ grant winner on October 13th at the Franconia Sculpture Park community space. It was a night of history, education and celebration.
Fire Prevention Week a hit!
Fire Prevention Week featured open houses at Lindstrom Fire Department (Top left) and Center City Fire Department (above). Chisago City Fire Department visited Lakeside Elementary. At bottom, Almelund Fire & Rescue kicked off the week with an Open House on Saturday, October 8. Mary and Gary Swanson got their early to enjoy the sights …
Labor of love and faith
Tom Alldritt and son Kyle stood for a photo beside their restoration project, in South Green Lake Cemetery, rural Chisago City. The cross was originally salvaged from what was left when the original Zion Lutheran Church burned in 1908. The church was established in 1895.
Plenty to do locally as Halloween approaches, great info on website
We only have a couple more weeks until Halloween. That means you only have a few more weeks to take in Chisago City’s Ojiketa Haunt. This year’s theme is “Forest of Fear” Prepare to be frightened as you meander your way through Camp Ojiketa and its woods. Dates that still …
Law Enforcement
October 15 a report of windows dumped at the lake access off 295th in Lindstrom. City and DNR will handle proper disposal.
Sunrise School celebrates Farm to School season
“Farm to School” is a agricultural sector partnership where Minnesota school districts are encouraged to develop relationships with nearby producers to bring local, sustainable food into the school. The program also promotes understanding of various edibles and their origins. Kids learn what certain foods look like in their raw state, …
Is that a pumpkin?
Bev Anderson of Center City, had another successful year at the Stillwater HarvestFest. Her pumpkin won the coveted Howard Dill Award. This award is given to the best looking pumpkin at the festival.
Outerwear Fair gets great turnout
The Kids Outerwear Fair took place Thursday through Saturday at Trinity Lutheran Church in Lindstrom. The group collects winter clothing all year for the event which helps a great number of families in need this winter. Winter clothing was disbursed free of charge.
'Cats start strong but fade against St. Francis at homecoming
St. Francis 44, Chisago Lakes 14Everything was perfect when last Friday’s homecoming game started against the St. Francs Fighting Saints at Chisago Lakes High School. The weather was beautiful – a little cool, dry, not much wind. Over 2,000 fans showed up to dine from the food trucks outside the …
Last second Hail Mary dooms Vikings in battle of unbeatens
Grand Rapids and North Branch have battled in some classic football games over the past two years.
Annexation map adopted for North Branch-Lent parcels
The North Branch City Council has approved the annexation of a number of township parcels abutting the city’s south edge, on a 4-0 vote. Council member Kathy Blomquist was having remote technology issues and had to sign-off mid- meeting and couldn’t vote.
Homecoming was packed, saying goodbye to a stalwart on main street
What a wonderful turnout for the homecoming game on Friday. The food trucks were definitely what was needed. There were people absolutely everywhere. Unfortunately the game didn’t pan out, but people seemed to have a great time nonetheless.
Law Enforcement
Lakes Area Police took a report of an assault at an address on Newell Avenue in Lindstrom. Parties were seperated for the night and no information available on extent of any injury. County Attorney will review for charges. Reported about 10:40 p.m.
