Jeff Norton
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Vikings overpower Hibbing
Despite matching up two 1-0 teams in North Branch’s home opener against Hibbing on Friday, September 5 it was clear from the jump that the Vikings were the superior squad to Hibbing and they ended up running away with a 36-0 victory to move to 2-0.
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It’s football season finally!
This is the type of weather that I enjoy. I love summer, but can be a sweaty mess, so these brisk fall days are the perfect remedy. I love getting out on Friday nights with the chill in the air, covering the local football teams. I think it’s perfect watching football on Sunday with the windows open and the cool breeze coming in, and find myself loving fall more and more every year. Except that it just means we’re closer to those bitter winter months. Oh well, we just have to enjoy what we get while we get it!
SCHOOLS
Chisago Lakes School Board briefs..
The Chisago Lakes School Board held a quick, final summer meeting before students return to school and the agendas get packed.
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Enjoy back to school time!
It’s time to get back to school for all the kids! I hope everyone has a safe, happy and exciting return to the classroom!
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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.
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