Saved Enough to Retire?
One reason retirement funding may mystify you: How do you know when you saved enough so you won’t run out of money during your golden years? The answer begins with an understanding of your day-to-day...
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Doris L. Condon
loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother Doris Condon (nee Nielsen), age 88, of St. Paul, Minnesota, formerly Forest Lake, was embraced into the loving arms of the Lord on August 28, 2015....
View ArticleHow to Grow a Business
Some small businesses start with a strong initial intention and moneymaking idea; others seem to begin accidentally with no deliberate strategy. As your business evolves, the need to develop a...
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Vyone Rae Westhoff
Vyone Rae Westhoff of Sandstone formerly of Linwood passed away suddenly Sunday, August 30, 2015. She is preceded in death by her loving husband Mike and will be deeply missed by her children Michelle...
View ArticleForest Lake Events
Theater auditions Auditions for the upcoming Masquers Theatre production of “A Don’t Hug Me Christmas Carol” will be held Sept. 9 and 10 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the American Legion, 355 W Broadway Ave....
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Educating the educators
More than 150 people attended the annual Forest Lake Area Chamber of Commerce Business Education Day Aug. 26. The event is a chance for new teachers to learn about what local businesses have to offer....
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Linwood crew restores old fire truck
Photos by Alice PickeringThe truck is not yet complete, but much of its aesthetic renovation is now done. A fire truck that first found its way into fire service in Linwood Township has returned home...
View ArticleNew estimates lessen city tax numbers
A better tax capacity projection left the proposed 2016 Forest Lake levy not changing residents’ taxes as much as expected, but the City Council is still divided on the future of the city’s police...
View ArticleTrump’s 12 Business Lessons
Donald Trump is one controversial guy. Love him or hate him, though, no one denies he is a good businessman. In 2004, I was a contestant on his TV show, The Apprentice. During that time and the years...
View ArticleGetting All Your Social Security
Social Security benefits are complex and you can often miss benefits you are entitled to. If you fit into one of the categories below, pay attention.Widow or widower younger than 70. If your deceased...
View ArticleKinsella CUP
CITY OF COLUMBUS PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Conditional Use Permit Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held by the City of Columbus Planning Commission on Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at...
View ArticleHeadwaters 9th Vacation
CITY OF FOREST LAKE NOTICE OF HEARING ON DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENT VACATION TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: Notice is hereby given that a hearing will be held before the City Council of the City of Forest...
View ArticleFHLMC v. Vasquez Rebecca-
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE IN PROCEEDINGS SUBSEQUENT TO INITIAL REGISTRATION OF LAND STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF WASHINGTON CASE TYPE (10) TORRENS DISTRICT COURT TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No.:...
View ArticleOpen Forum for Sept. 3, 2015
EDITOR’S NOTE: Letters will be accepted for the Open Forum for publication in the next available issue after receipt. Letters may be sent to Forest Lake Times, 146 N. Lake St., Suite 125, Forest Lake,...
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In forum, Emmer prioritizes trade, infrastructure
Photo by Paul RignellSixth District U.S. Rep. Tom Emmer speaks to constituents at an Aug. 27 town hall meeting at the Forest Lake City Center. Paul Rignell Contributing Reporter Sixth District U.S....
View ArticleCommodities: No Relief
Commodities tend to run in long cycles. The huge run-up in their prices, which peaked in 2011, has now degenerated into a rout. People who think that this situation will stabilize and turn around...
View ArticleVideo: Hometown Sound Episode 7 with Zachary Scot Johnson
Zachary Scot Johnson enjoys playing music so much that he makes sure there is proof of it literally every single day. He started “the song a day project” over 1,090 days ago, for which he plays either...
View ArticleHelping the Poor Financially
Helping people work their way out of poverty isn't just about money. It requires addressing the beliefs and culture around money that may be keeping people stuck both financially and emotionally.Like...
View ArticleCarly’s to become Thai restaurant
Carly’s Cafe was purchased by a Chisago City couple last week. The new owners, Mackie Vue and Amanda Vang of Chisago City, reported that it will become a Thai restaurant called New Bangkok in early...
View ArticleRealistic Career Education
Vocational education is a fine way to prepare yourself for a job, in a world when too many young people can’t find employment. But the programs are not all good. Here’s how to tell the good from the...
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