Tofte Supervisor Paul James, following up on last month’s discussion of whether the township should continue to host a fireworks display on the 4th of July, reported on February 11 that he has learned that conducting the show will be “problematic.” Since about 1936, volunteers in the Town of Tofte have conducted the Independence Day fireworks, but after an explosion […]
Tofte Fire Department—truck, training, and tower
Although there have been no fires in the last month, the Tofte Volunteer Fire Department has been very busy with training, equipment swaps, clock tower questions—and fire truck shopping. At the Thursday, February 11, 2010 town board meeting, Fire Chief Rich Nelson officially informed supervisors of the Tofte Fire Department’s receipt of a Federal Emergency Management (FEMA) and Homeland Security […]
Local Republicans participate in democratic process
Not all of Cook County’s 12 precincts were represented at the county Republican convention Tuesday, February 16, 2010 at the Senior Center, but 23 citizens proceeded smoothly through debates over resolutions to pass on to the district. With input from the non-voting Republicans in attendance, county delegates and alternates elected at the February 2 caucus approved five resolutions. Four of […]
Snowbirds “count” for Minnesota 2010 Census
Minnesota residents who head south during the cold months or “snowbirds” may not be sure about when—and where— they should complete their Census 2010 questionnaire. The Minnesota State Demographic Center recommends that Minnesota residents who reside out of state for the winter months answer only the 2010 Census form they receive at their Minnesota address. “Every Minnesotan needs to answer […]
Three AFS students spending year at CCHS
Every year AFS students come to our small Cook County community to experience American life in a small town with very cold temperatures and a community full of wonderful people. The AFS students this year are Raul Piccione from Spain, Nuchada Srisittipoj from Thailand, and Kristina Andelova from the Czech Republic. Both Raul and Kristina are staying with host parents […]
Winter Tracks Festival—
winter fun on the GunflintSeveral years ago, residents and business owners on the Gunflint Trail decided to celebrate winter with a weekend festival. The tradition has continued and grown and now in its sixth year, the Winter Tracks Festival is renowned for its diverse winter offerings. Everyone wants to answer the Gunflint Trail’s invitations to “Come play like we do!” The event includes broomball, […]
Mush for a Cure gets crazier!
Everyone has a good time at the Mush for a Cure event in March and this year things will be even more fun, starting with a Pink Prom Pasta Party. Friday night’s spaghetti dinner at Trail Center will have a prom theme. Slurp pink spaghetti noodles while wearing a pink prom dress or a retro tuxedo. Come and see who […]
It’s snowshoe season on the hiking trail
The Superior Hiking Trail is sponsoring guided hikes to encourage people to get out and enjoy the trail in winter weather. Participants must provide their own snowshoes. A Saturday, March 6 hike begins at 10:00 a.m. and will go from Gun Club Road to Lake Co Rd 301 Trailhead – 3.4 miles. Participants will snowshoe along one of the newest […]