Jeff Norton
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NEWS
Why is it so cold already??
We’re in late August and it feels like fall! Even though I love the crispness of fall, and everything that comes with it, it’s a little too early for this.
NEWS
Z is for Zucchinis!
Gardening aficionados have noticed zucchinis really started to hit their perfect size in the last few weeks, and when they start to mature, they mature fast. I’ve had zucchinis get massive over just a few days, and all of a sudden, you’ve got an abundance and you don’t know what to do with them!
NEWS
The biggest fruit we can find
I’m admittedly not a huge watermelon fan, but I do like artificial watermelon flavoring. But, that doesn’t mean there aren’t some really good recipes out there for watermelon, and I also understand I’m in the minority.
NEWS
Keeping the kitchen spotless for dinner
I’m a huge fan of one-pan meals. Nothing worse than getting done cooking and eating and then having a mountain of dishes to do.
Sports
Adriaens and Eckhoff win Chisago Lakes Triathlon
Joe Adriaens has come close to winning the Chisago Lakes Triathlon in past years, but there always seemed to be some elite newcomer who was just passing through or using the Chisago Lakes Triathlon as a warm up that kept him from the top of the podium.
SCHOOLS
New legislation leads to facilities levy for Chisago Lakes School district
With a light summer agenda, the Chisago Lakes School Board spent a majority of its time during the regular meeting on Thursday, July 17 focusing on the Long Term Facilities Maintenance Fund and its approval for 2027 due to a recent legislative change.
NEWS
Bringing some unique tastes to you
I made an exciting discovery last week, although I didn’t have enough time to share it with you guys quite yet in this space.
NEWS
Happy Karl Oskar Days!!!
It’s the grand ol’ Karl Oskar Days in Lindstrom this week, and I’m excited!! The weather looks great (maybe not Friday, but other than that, PERFECT) and the downtown area looks great with the new parking lot and murals.
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