Isanti-Chisago County Star

15/12/2025

*OPINION* Question: I’m pregnant and I’ve seen seat belt attachments that clip under the seat and say they make belts safer for pregnant people. Are these safe to use?

Question: I’m pregnant and I’ve seen seat belt attachments that clip under the seat and say they make belts safer for pregnant people. Are these safe to use?

15/12/2025

*OPINION* At NBAPS we work to nurture a future filled with possibility for every student. We help students gain confidence in their skills and understand how their learning applies to real life...

At NBAPS we work to nurture a future filled with possibility for every student. We help students gain confidence in their skills and understand how their learning applies to real

14/12/2025

*OPINION* As this year comes to a close, I have been reflecting not on endings, but on what carries us when life shifts in unexpected ways. Many of us have experienced moments of challenge, change, or loss this year.

As this year comes to a close, I have been reflecting not on endings, but on what carries us when life shifts in unexpected ways. Many of us have experienced

14/12/2025

Hopefully this will be the last schedule change due to the weather.

Per our newly minted cold weather guidelines we are going to operate the Illuminate Isanti Festival of Lights from 5-7pm. That being said we hope you bundle up and join us along with our nightly host the Isanti Boy Scout Troop 523. We will have our nightly giveaway which is the 2025 Illuminate Isanti Ornament available until 7pm or until we run out. There will be a shortened version of the planned Reindeer Games at 6pm. Santa will be there from 5-7pm and some vendors will be there as well; this includes $2 Hot Chocolate and Hot Apple Cider. Lights and Music will stay on until 10pm however once the clock strikes 7pm we will be heading for home to warm up and watch some Vikings Football. Hope to see you there!

We will post the new cold weather guidelines in the comments; we are cross referencing several weather forecast sources to make our decisions. Including the National Weather Service.

14/12/2025

*OPINION* Back during the 2018 Minnesota Newspaper Association Convention, the organizers set up an informal Q&A session with the Democratic candidates for Minnesota Governor.

Back during the 2018 Minnesota Newspaper Association Convention, the organizers set up an informal Q&A session with the Democratic candidates for Minnesota Governor. If you recall, there were something like

13/12/2025

As snowmobile riders prepare for the upcoming riding season, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds riders of important information about safety, registration and trail conditions.

13/12/2025

A few of the opportunities will be wrapping up soon, but several will be ongoing for another week or so.

Thru Dec 12

13/12/2025

This announcement isn't surprising. According to a very reliable source, Friday's attendance was well under 100. And it is supposed to be colder Saturday night.

12/12/2025

Take a look at a few of the images from the North Branch Christmas Tree lighting ceremony in Central Park by going to www.isanti-chisagocountystar.com.

12/12/2025

The darn winter weather just refuses to cooperate with Illuminate Isanti.

Illuminate Isanti Festival of Lights Update:
Important Schedule Change Due to Windchill
Due to the anticipated windchill, the Illuminate Isanti Festival of Lights will have shortened hours tonight. The festival will now take place from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM instead of the originally scheduled 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM. Please plan accordingly for this earlier end time.
Food trucks will not be open, some market vendors will be open. Santa WILL be there from 5-7pm. We appreciate your understanding as we prioritize everyone's safety and comfort.
We’re excited to let you know we’ll still be there with the awesome folks from DW, handing out our wonderfully warm giveaway—the DW Beanie—from DW Co.! DW Co. is not only our Night Host but also an incredible 100 Watt sponsor. Thank you to DW Co.—“thank you” doesn’t even seem to cover how amazing they are! Did we mention that they also have a really cool display at the park? Because they do, seriously you can’t miss it! THANK YOU DW for being amazing stewards of our community.
Bundle up and come join the fun for a magical, if brisk, night of lights. We can’t wait to share the warmth with you!

12/12/2025

The Isanti City Council has approved a third cannabis microbusiness registration for a store to be located within city limits. However, the council will have to re-approve that registration at its Dec. 16 meeting after the discovery of a significant…

The Isanti City Council has approved a third cannabis microbusiness registration for a store to be located within city limits. However, the council will have to re-approve that registration at

11/12/2025

This week's winter sports scoreboard is highlighted by the Bluejacket boys hockey team again retaining the Rusty Skates Trophy.

NOV. 25 - DEC. 9 SCOREBOARD