News
The construction of the three, 75-foot tall broadband towers in North Branch was completed late last week. According to the city, installation of the high-speed internet equipment at each of the towers has also begun, meaning it won’t be long before a high-speed internet access option will …
Cambridge-Isanti High School Theatre is thrilled to be back on stage once again in the Performing Arts Center. And, for the first time since Jan., 2020, they have the opportunity to perform before a live theatre audience. They are also hoping to have the live stream option.
North Branch Area High School is pleased to announce that senior Paige Bauer is its 2021 Athena Award winner. Bauer was selected for the honor based on her record of excellence in individual sport and participation and accomplishments in team sports.
Sports
From the coach: Leo has had an excellent year, going 25-1 with 14 pins. He is currently ranked #6 in Class AAA at 106 pounds.
Boys basketball
From the coach: I nominated Dakota for athlete of the week for many reasons! She has proved her work ethic in practice, and has brought that with her to our meets. She has been consistently improving her scores, and is always looking for more. Dakota is a great athlete to work with, and will…
Obituaries
Raymond Pepin, of Cambridge, MN passed away peacefully on Satu…
Douglas W. Curtis, age 54, of Cambridge went home to be with J…
A Celebration of life service will be held for Barbara Ann Lin…
Merrill E. Grams (Buddy) of Cambridge, MN passed away on Feb. …
Annabelle Johnson, of Cambridge, formerly of North Branch, pas…
Opinion
The above headline is part of a verse from the popular, yet controversial 80s song “867-5309/Jenny,” by Tommy Tutone. The reason it is so controversial is because 867-5309 is a legitimate phone number in many area codes. Once the song became a hit, anyone with that number began receiving ton…
February 22-26 was school board appreciation week and certificates of appreciation were provided each school board member at the February 11 school board meeting. Given the amount of time school board members give of themselves in service to the children of the school district, and the dedic…
To the editor,