SPORTS
Don't tell me mixed martial arts isn't a sport, it should be in the Olympics
Going back in ancient times of flourishing civilizations, you'll find one thing that stays somewhat consistent in sports.
Trio of youngsters know no boundaries at Chisago Lakes Triathlon
"Never tell a young person that anything cannot be done. God may have been waiting centuries for someone ignorant enough of the impossible to do that very thing." -- Scholar G.M. Trevelyan
Late summer fishing tactics
With school resuming in a few weeks, we are definitely on the backside of summer and by all reports, the fishing is good.
Chisago native inks deal with storied Montreal Canadiens of the NHL
The Montreal Canadiens of the National Hockey League announced the signing of a Chisago native late last week.
The kindness of Tim Russert
I clearly recall finishing Tim Russert's best-selling book, Big Russ and Me, in the summer of 2005 and thinking I just might have read the most charming, poignant and honest book to date.
New champions emerge at third annual Chisago Lakes Triathlon
The annual Chisago Lakes Triathlon has substantially grown in its first three years.
Fooling summertime walleyes
August has long been considered a four-letter word to walleye anglers - and for some pretty compelling reasons.
The 10 best sports stories of the 2007-08 high school season
Every year, someone does something special in high school sports.
On Gangsters and Muskies
I'm writing this week's article from my family's cottage, south of Manitowish Waters, Wisconsin.
Softball seasons wrapping up with wins
As the summer heat becames unbearable to some, it means traveling teams are getting ready to wrap up their seasons.
Wrestlers impress at Augsburg camp
North Branch wrestlers attended the Augsburg Wrestling Camp from June 22 through June 26.
We may have seen the best tennis match ever
Ali and Frazier. Tiger and Phil. Johnson and Bird. Brady and Manning. Jordan and whoever got in his way.
Warkel's walk-off blast propels Chisago Lakes to 3-1 week
The Wildcats improved their overall record to 7-2 (6-1 league) as they won two league games last week and split a doubleheader at Mankato.
Mueller's last stand: Former standout Wildcat plays one more high school game
Brandon Mueller recently graduated from the halls of Chisago Lakes High School, but his name still resonates loudly.
