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Isanti removes Highway 65 Overlay District
New businesses that want to set up shop, or even existing businesses that wish to expand within visual range of Highway 65 within the Isanti city limits will now have an easier time doing so after the Isanti City Council removed restrictions that previously stymied business growth. In general, the...
Cell phone use no longer allowed in North Branch classes
North Branch classrooms will be a cell phone-free zone this school year as District 138 implements its new, stricter policy for students of all ages. After months of meetings with dozens of people affected, the district’s school board adopted an updated policy 524, which governs internet and device use across the district.
Princeton City Council planning to amend hunting ordinance
During the Princeton City Council meeting on Thursday, Aug. 8, the council voted to introduce an amendment to its hunting ordinance and firearms map for the city. The ordinance, ordinance 858, relates to the regulation of the discharge of firearms in the city. The amendments to the ordinance will update two sections of language that restrict what weapons can be used in certain preapproved locations within the city. ...
Nominations Open for Citizen of the Year
Who in Pine City has inspired you with their leadership, volunteerism and valuable contributions to the improvement of the community? Can you name a community member that always seems to go the extra mile, with no need for recognition or accolades? Perhaps that person should be named our next Citizen of the Year.
Client’s tort claims against firm preempted by Bankruptcy Code
A Minnesota law firm filed an involuntary bankruptcy petition for nonpayment of $300,000 in legal fees. While its former client alleged state tort claims for filing the involuntary petition, the 8th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed on Aug. 13 that he was unable to prevail for not successfully appealing the bankruptcy court’s final order.
Isanti and Chisago County Court Reports, Aug. 4 - 10
The following felony charges were filed in Isanti County Court on Aug. 4 - 10. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Dallas Marvin Williams (DOB 09/09/1979) of Cambridge, was charged Aug. 5 with Drugs - 5th Degree - Possess Schedule 1,2,3,4 - Not Small Amount Marijuana. Erick Gene...
Drone use in Isanti County parks left up in air
After extensive discussions regarding updates needed for the Isanti County Parks’ user policies, all but one topic has been agreed upon. The one policy that still needs to be worked out is the use of drones in the parks. According to Isanti County Parks Director Barry Wendorf, the Parks...
PAID Letter to the editor: We are at a crossroads
We knew this election would be a battle for the soul of our nation. The outlines of that battle are coming more sharply into focus. Since the Harris-Walz ticket became a reality, I see so much joy. I see optimism. Where I saw vicious attacks, I see poking fun at your opponent. One side is looking forward to a bright future – a future of possibilities. The other side wants to bring us back to a past when their “good old days” were only good for a portion of the country.
East Central Regional Library awarded grant
The East Central Regional Library (ECRL) in Cambridge has been awarded a Minnesota Historical and Cultural Heritage Small Grant to enhance public access to historical records. The grant, totaling $6,840, will be used to purchase a microfilm reader/printer/scanner for the new Sandstone library branch, making it easier for the public to access microfilmed records.
Mostly minimal candidate choices come out of second filing period
With the exception of North Branch City Council, area voters have minimal choices to make in the races that were part of the second round of candidate filings. In fact, two write-in candidates are guaranteed to be elected in one of the races. NORTH BRANCH COUNCIL. As was speculated by...
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