Monthly Archives: April 2008

Minor consumption clarification is needed

Q: Hi, so I was at a party where they gave out 76 minors. I got a ticket, but it doesn’t say what I blew (.000) What the ticket was for, or any citation number or anything on it. All … Continue reading

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Blaine City Council reviews Aquatore Park master plans

The Blaine City Council was expected to review four different draft concepts for Aquatore Park’s future development during a Thursday, May 1 workshop.

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Blaine EDA discusses University Avenue property purchase

The Blaine Economic Development Authority scheduled a recent meeting to discuss the possible $1.3 million purchase of the dcMusic USA building.

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District 16 to lease warehouse space

It was almost like a match made in heaven.

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Whiskey plates are not zero tolerance

Q: If an individual recieved whiskey plates resulting in someone ELSE driving their car impaired, can he/she recieve a dwi (or be charged) if he/she is pulled over with whiskey plates and had a drink(s)(under .08 BAC) because I believe … Continue reading

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Medtronic expands scholarship program to SLP High School

Medtronic will award two $4,000 scholarships to two seniors at Spring Lake Park High School in conjunction with the Wallin Scholarship Program.

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What’s the length of time to have whiskey plates on vehicle?

Q: How long does someone have to have whiskey plates on their vehicle and do they get regular plates back on their vehicle? Dee, Minneapolis, MN   Dee, One year. Sgt. Curt S. Mowers Public Information Office MN State Patrol

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Prom dresses dance to life again at SLP Boutique

A mother was wondering last week how her daughter could attend prom. Her father had lost his job and buying a new dress was out of the question.   Marna McComb looks through a rack of gowns at the Prom … Continue reading

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Summer vacation comes one day early for District 16 students

School this spring will be wrapping up one day earlier than expected for District 16 students.

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Two District 16 Teachers of the Year named

For the first time, two teachers have been selected as Spring Lake Park District 16 teachers of the year.

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Lacrosse funding request is tabled by District 11

During a preliminary look at the 2008-2009 budget, Anoka-Hennepin School District board members took up sticks and shafts and passed the ball back and forth.

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A-H School Board acts on activity fees

Johnny took the podium and faced the crowd as part of the Anoka High School speech team last year. He spoke with fervor and with great articulation.

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Blaine man pleads guilty to felony charge in hammer assault

A Blaine man, accused in Anoka County District Court of striking another man in the head with a hammer, has pleaded guilty to a felony charge and been sent to prison.

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Blaine man pleads guilty to felony charge in hammer assault

A Blaine man, accused in Anoka County District Court of striking another man in the head with a hammer, has pleaded guilty to a felony charge and been sent to prison.

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Foreign teachers visit FMMS to learn more about arts education

Thirteen Icelandic educators’ curiosity evolved to near-obsession as they listened to their transplanted countryman, Thorunn Bjarnadottir, describe lessons taught and artwork created at Fred Moore Middle School Center for the Arts.

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Ramsey council approves Highway 10 freeway design

A single point interchange design has been unveiled for the Highway 10 freeway project in Ramsey.

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Ham Lake Mayor said comment was a metaphor

Frustrated by what he felt was a quick discussion on sewer and water in the comprehensive plan and being in the minority on this discussion

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Some Anoka lots move to three-hour time limit

Shoppers will now have a little extra time to do their business in downtown Anoka.

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Ground broken on Riverdale Northstar Station

Tuesday was a milestone in the progress of the Northstar Commuter Rail project toward its planned fall 2009 opening.

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Ground broken on Riverdale Northstar Station

Tuesday was a milestone in the progress of the Northstar Commuter Rail project toward its planned fall 2009 opening.

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Houston County teens are suspects in vandalism case

While still under investigation, it looks as if Houston County authorities are drawing near arresting a group of “local juveniles,” suspected of vandalizing a rural Riceford home and camper. The incidents took place in early April.While still under investigation, it … Continue reading

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The Lakeville City Council has a one-time shot at providing its residents a bus-service bargain

On my way to a town meeting Tuesday night at Lakeville City Hall, I stopped at the Cenex station and filled up my Taurus. It cost me $47. At the meeting, Lakeville City Administrator Steve Mielke disclosed that for about … Continue reading

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Ames to host first ‘Fun Fest’

Lakeville Arenas, Parks and Rec. department collaborate for night of free family activities by Derrick Williams Thisweek Newspapers The Lakeville Parks and Recreation Department had been looking for a spring-time event to help kick off its summer event season for … Continue reading

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Garage sale May 10 Rush City

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Softball: Unbeaten Big Lake thumps Thunder (4-29)

Big Lake had a 13-run inning with three homers and beat the Zimmerman Thunder 13-2 on Tuesday, staying undefeated.

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Golf: Rogers boys 3rd in M8 meet, Princeton wins (4-29)

It was Princeton, Buffalo and Rogers finishing 1-2-3 in a Mississippi 8 Conference boys golf meet at Monticello on Wednesday.

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Baseball: Elks lose 12-2 against Rebels (4-29)

The Elk baseball team lost to the Champlin Park Rebels 12-2 at home Tuesday.

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Earth Day delivers Snow Day

Despite spring snow showers, 4th Annual Earth Day show goes on at ARCC Cambridge Campus The April 26 Earth Day event—sponsored by the Isanti County Environmental Coalition, Active Living by Design and ARCC’s Cambridge Campus—offered activities for kids. Pictured are … Continue reading

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Listen in!

Braham's Joe Rajkowski reminisces about his 30 plus years of coaching wrestling. Listen in as Greg Hunt visits with Rajkowski. Click on read more!

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On the Go events listing

Pancake breakfast fundraiser Sunday, May 4: The Cambridge Christ the King Knights of Columbus will be serving a pancake breakfast at the Catholic Parish Hall from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Click on "Read More" to read more upcoming events.

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