Shepherd House Ministries provides home, refuge for girls and women

She’s 18, on drugs and living on the streets of Minneapolis. She calls her dad once a while, but he never knows exactly where she’s at. Recently, she called him again and told him she had a knife pulled on her, and her face got cut up. (Pictured is Tari Zortman, of Isanti, who founded Shepherd House Ministries to help those such as the young woman described above)

The Peace Walk group celebrated its third anniversary May 10 in downtown Cambridge. The walkers, through a non-political effort, promote peace from the ongoing war overseas, to issues as domestic violence back home nation- and local-wide. (Photo by Jon Tatting)

Patrols to focus on east central region including Isanti, Braham

To combat an annual Minnesota death toll of around 200 unbelted motorists, the State Patrol in Isanti, Braham, Lindstrom and Chisago will boost patrols from May 19 through June 1.

"My mom ... was there for each and every victory as well as each and every heartache. She helped us build strong wings and set us out to fly."

Congratulations to Trisha Hill and Tammy Flandrick for winning the Mother's Day contest. To view entries in this fun and timely competition click 'Read More.'

How do you plan on spending your federal stimulus rebate check?” — asked of people at People’s Cafe, Herman’s Bakery, Barbers on Main and on Main Street in downtown Cambridge.

Answered Rita Kottke (pictured), of Cambridge: “I’m going on a four-wheeling vacation with my boys (ages 7 and 9) up north, probably in Ely, Minn." (Keep clicking for more responses)

Cambridge City Council

The city of Cambridge may impose its first loitering ordinance, stemming from concerns with young adults hanging out and causing problems around businesses on and around South Adams Street downtown.

Isanti City Council

Isanti has gained state-wide attention for its Ever Cat Fuels biodiesel facility project. Isanti won the Economic Development Association of Minnesota Business Recruitment.