The Emerald Ash Borer has a knack for showing up in all the wrong places. EAB is the enemy of ash trees – and in the North Metro crews are removing infected ones to prevent the spread of this tiny beetle.
Continue reading...The Emerald Ash Borer has a knack for showing up in all the wrong places. EAB is the enemy of ash trees – and in the North Metro crews are removing infected ones to prevent the spread of this tiny beetle.
Continue reading...Anoka County literally wants “gap funding.” The county made a money pitch recently to a senate bonding tour that stopped in Circle Pines – requesting a grant to complete a missing link on a popular trail.
Continue reading...The North Metro area is smack dab in the middle of winter. Summer seems far away, but for the folks who run the Target USA Cup, it’s on the horizon – which is why they want volunteers for this year’s event.
Continue reading...So far the nordic ski season has been “snow” fun for the Blaine Bengals. Lack of snow means the Bengals have to be resourceful to participate in meets and practice.
Continue reading...Fire and police across Minnesota received an extra holiday gift in 2023. On the day after Christmas the state kicked in a huge chunk of money for public safety funding. This news brought joy to these agencies, including those in the North Metro.
Continue reading...For nearly twenty years, Jackson Middle School in Champlin has had an observatory. But, the telescope in the observatory hasn’t always been accessible to everyone. Following a a personal family experience, the observatory coordinator helped invent something new that’s bringing the stars to more eyes.
Continue reading...The calendar says it’s winter in Minnesota – but the mild weather makes it seem like early spring. This is bad news for those who like to ice fish. Lake ice is not as thick as it was in 2022.
Continue reading...Heroes for helpers is an annual event that gives youngsters a chance to smile in the holiday season. That was the case again this year as the spirit of giving back was on display in the North Metro.
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