We write these columns to persuade people to convert. You knew that, right? We write of different worldviews, different values, of God and of his Son, Jesus, each from our own perspective, but each with either an implied or explicitly stated invitation to change your thinking and your life, to accept God’s offer of mercy, forgiveness, and new life. Each […]
Historical Reflections
Do you have an old picture or a story from years gone by that you would like to share with Cook County News-Herald readers? Give us a call, or stop by our Grand Marais office.We’d love to hear your Historical Reflections. Call (218) 387-9100; e-mail starnews@boreal.org; or stop by our office at 15 First Avenue West.
Down Memory Lane
10 Years Ago · July 5, 1999 • The Cook County Women’s Club has announced that it will disband as of this summer, with no fuss or fanfare after 35 years of existence. On June 5, the officers of the Women’s Club sent a letter to all current members, now numbering 43, explaining that no activities had taken place for […]
Ta ste o f Home
If I asked you five questions about your childhood, I bet a dollar you could answer at least four right off the top of your head. What was the name of your childhood dog? (Tiny) What street did you live on? (Cramer Road) Who was your very best friend in kindergarten? (Colleen Lamb) What was the color of the carpet […]
Public transportation for seniors—and others
Brighter side of agingThere is public transportation in Cook County. No, it is not new. Arrowhead Transit, a division of Arrowhead Economic Opportunity Agency, has operated bus service in the county since 1974. The buses operate out of the Senior Center, but everyone— adults, children, visitors, senior citizens—is welcome to ride Arrowhead Transit buses. All of the buses are equipped with lifts for […]
Fishin’ Traditions
Tai ls f rom the T r a i lThe fishing has been a roller coaster ride, much like the weather patterns of the past week. The bigger walleyes have moved out to the rock piles, but they are scattered. On windy days the bite is pretty good in the muddy bays, but the fish are definitely staging in spots closer to the big lake now. I love the […]
Use decibel meter for enforcement
I have been following the Grand Marais City Councils’ convolutions on the noise ordinance as the Cook County News-Herald has been reporting it. I think Rhonda Silence’s June 27 column is right on. Without a nonsubjective measurement allowance such as a decibel level at a specified distance from the noise or music source, the city will have no legally enforceable […]
College news is appreciated
As a long-time seasonal resident of Cook County, I have for many years enjoyed reading the news of the county in the Cook County News-Herald. I’ve been especially delighted in recent issues to read College News information. One of the most important things we can do is highlight the academic accomplishments of local youth and young adults at public and […]
Keep the focus on the lake
I just read the latest Herald article and viewed the Grand Marais Recreation Park” Plan 3″ on the web. As someone who has enjoyed Grand Marais for over half a century as a visitor, camper, North House Folk School and Grand Marais Playhouse supporter, hiker, and shopper, I would like to share the following comments with the Grand Marais Park […]
Noxious or Ob-noxious?
I am writing in reference to the letter written by Tom Thompson concerning a General Notice posted by the Cook County Agricultural Inspector (aka: Weed/Grasshopper Inspector) in the June 6, 2009 edition of the News-Herald. The General Notice informed the public that responsibility and cost for the eradication of noxious weeds and grasshoppers on privately owned land was to be […]