As the snow melts, Cook County residents are becoming aware of the need to clean up fallen trees and brush. But before starting a bonfire to dispose of yard debris, be sure to consider weather conditions—and get a burn permit from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources or US Forest Service. With the limited amount of snow Cook County received […]
Gardeners welcome
I am not a gardener. I’ve told readers about my haphazard flower garden. And my one attempt at growing something failed miserably. It started well—the little plant that I received for Mother’s Day did well for quite a while. It got bigger and bigger and it was a lovely pure white. I kept peeling back its leaves to give it […]
That buzz you hear is just fish-flies…
Bzzzz. My husband and I had a resort near Deer River for several years. We knew that hearing a buzz might mean mosquitoes, but it also might mean fish-flies. At times they would hang in tall columns, attracted by the one mercury vapor light at the resort, which was next to the launching ramp. Thousands of fishflies could be attracted; […]
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 officeat 15 First Avenue West.
Conservation Officer Tales
Although the Cook County News-Herald knows that the majority of sportsmen and women are law-abiding folks, there are a few who run afoul of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Conservation Officers. Periodically, the DNR provides a report of some of the miscreants the Conservation Officers(CO) have encountered. The News-Herald shares these stories as a reminder to all to […]
“Bearing” up through winter
Some of the world’s great scientific discoveries have, I’m quite sure, started with nothing more than a hunch, a teeny little thread of intuition that propels a curious mind to investigate. I have a hunch that my Swedish genes are quite like bear genes. I also have a hunch that time expands like a rubber band during the four months […]
Down Memory Lane
10 Years Ago . March 20, 2000 • What began as a discussion about job descriptions, policies, procedures and grants at a special meeting of the Joint Cook County/Grand Marais Economic Development Authority (EDA) on March 9 ended up as a locked door mystery. At one point, it came to light that EDA secretary and bookkeeper Missy Hagen had not […]
Fuzzy babies and other new beginnings
March came in like a lamb this year, so don’t be surprised if it goes out like a lion! No matter what happens with the weather, the animals know that spring is on the way because of the longer daylight hours so they are busy getting ready for new beginnings. Some animals have already given birth, like the bear and […]
Mr. Magoo—Dog of the North
The cape was adorable; brown plaid with buttoned tabs and a Velcro-fitted waistband. Perfect for fall and winter weather. Before grabbing it from the store rack, I made sure the size was right, then brought it to the checkout counter where the salesperson remarked on its cuteness. “Perfect for my pug,” I told her. And it was. Mr. Magoo, who […]