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CHOMONIX GOLF COURSE FUTURE MORE CERTAIN AFTER THREE-YEAR STUDY SHOWS GROWTH

The course will not close, according to a county spokesperson. It had faced an uncertain future after operations in the red in the years leading up to the pandemic, which seemingly changed everything.

35W TO FULLY OPEN SOON, WITH EZPASS LANES

For more than two years, 35W has been under construction through the north metro. In the coming weeks, that project will come to an end, and the road and ramps will fully reopen, with the addition of carpool lanes.

BLUE HERON DAYS PARADE RETURNS THIS YEAR

Earlier this year, Lino Lakes made the decision to scale back Blue Heron Days. The city eliminated its parks and recreation department in 2019; and the combination of the lack of staffing and lingering COVID restrictions this spring made planning difficult. But now, through a community effort, the weekend will be similar to years past.

ANOKA COUNY LICENSE CENTERS BACK TO SERVING WALK-IN CUSTOMERS AS PANDEMIC RESTRICTIONS EASE

Anoka County’s five license centers welcomed walk-in customers back for the first time in nearly 18 months earlier this summer.

USA CUP RETURNS TO BLAINE

After the pandemic forced the USA Cup soccer tournament to take a year off, the players are back at the National Sports Center in Blaine.

DEVELOPERS SAY BLAINE A HOTSPOT FOR SENIOR HOUSING

Blaine officials recently approved a senior living complex just off Main Street, and another was recommended for approval by the Planning Commission.

RETIRED CENTENNIAL FIREFIGHTER HONORED AT CITY HALL CEREMONY

Randy Lauderbaugh started as a volunteer with Centerville Fire Department in January 1978, and retired June 1st with credit for 44 years. The department presented him with a plaque for his service and the Relief Association presented him with a golden axe to commemorate his service.