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Klein Tools, a U.S. manufacturer that designs and manufactures hand tools for the electrical industry, recently announced that Forest Lake resident Kevin Wick was named a regional winner for its annual Electrician of the Year contest. Wick was selected amongst hundreds of applicants because of his outstanding professional achievement, commitment to safety excellence and community dedication.broadstreet.zone(48036);
For more than 30 years, Kevin Wick, a lineman and master electrician for the city of North Saint Paul Electric Utilities, has had a true passion for his career. In fact, Wick had the ability to retire five years ago, but has continued to work because he enjoys his fast-paced career and the life-long friendships he has made. His commitment to his career has also inspired his son to follow in his footsteps.
Wick always wears approved safety gear and is cautious about taking care of his body by using proper lifting methods and attending safety

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U.S. Sen. Al Franken’s office is now accepting applications from young Minnesotans interested in attending one of the nation’s four service academies, including the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, the U.S. Naval Academy, the U.S. Air Force Academy, and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. In order to attend a service academy, candidates must be nominated by a member of Congress, or other applicable nominating source. Applications are due by 5 p.m. Oct. 27.
“Each year, I’m proud to nominate several talented Minnesotans to our four U.S. Service Academies,” Franken said in a press release. “I’m happy to assist eligible Minnesotans in the nomination process, and I look forward to helping our future leaders seek admission to these prestigious academies.”broadstreet.zone(48036);
To be considered for an appointment to a service academy, an applicant must meet the eligibility requirements established by law. An applicant’s academic record, extracurricular and athletic activities, physical aptitude, leadership ability,

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Due to the Aquatic Invasive Species in Forest Lake, the Minnesota DNR requires all watercraft owners removing or launching their boats from or into Forest Lake to carry a permit from the DNR (found at files.dnr.state.mn.us/natural_resources/invasives/ais-auth-form-boats.pdf) with them to the next location for cleaning, repairing, storing and/or launching their watercraft.
The DNR states that individual water craft owners may not transport watercraft without removing the drain plug; arrive at a lake access with a drain plug in place; transport aquatic plants, zebra mussels, or other prohibited species without permit 2015-003; launch a watercraft with prohibited species attached; release bait into the water; or place a boat lift, dock, swim raft, or associated equipment that has been removed from any water body into another water body until a minimum of 21 days have passed.broadstreet.zone(48036);
For other DNR restrictions and rules, etc. visit the DNR website or contact the DNR directly at 651-296-6157 or

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Paige Parucci was genuinely shocked as she was crowned the 2017 Forest Lake homecoming queen during the Forest Lake Area High School pep fest Sept. 29.broadstreet.zone(48036);

The junior and senior classes held a cheer off to see who had more spirit.

The football players took part in the annual tradition of learning a dance routine and performing with the Forest Lake Dance Team during the Sept. 29 homecoming pep fest.
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Paige Parucci’s disbelief at her crowning achievement lasted throughout the course of the homecoming pep fest.

Senior football captain Max Carlson earned his crown and celebrated becoming homecoming king with a win on the football field Sept. 29.

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A Forest Lake man has been charged in connection with an alleged burglary at the Brass Rail in Grandy on Sept. 20.
Brandon Keith Petrashek, 40, was charged on Sept. 26 before Judge John Klossner in Isanti County District Court in Cambridge with felony first-degree burglary with possession of dangerous weapon, felony first-degree damage to property, and felony theft. Bail was set at $50,000 without conditions or $25,000 with conditions, and his next court appearance is set for Oct. 18.broadstreet.zone(48036);
The alleged burglary involved Petrashek smashing the front door of the Brass Rail and stealing an ATM machine. According to the criminal complaint, Petrashek was allegedly involved in another burglary at a car wash in Milaca. Petrashek was apprehended on Sept. 20 after being located in Lino Lakes.
According to the criminal complaint, on Sept. 20, at 7:13 a.m., Isanti County Deputy Brandon Oliver was dispatched to the Brass Rail off Highway 65

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