Gary Arnold Rindahl, 63, passed away February 13 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Bellingham, Washington. He worked in carpentry for most of his life, but was also a musician and artist. He is survived by his son Douglas Rindahl, his mother Gladys Rindahl, three sisters— Deb Berry, Gail Rindahl, and Sandy (Terry) Anderson, and lots of nieces and nephews. Memorial […]
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 · Feb. 26, 2001 Cook County’s own Andy Cochrane finished sixth in the individual round of the regional MATHCOUNTS competition in Duluth this month. Cochrane achieved this in a field of 72 students and moved up through three rounds of the Count Down tournament to finish third. The competition took place Feb. 15 at the University of […]
County board considers end of Trail boundary commission
Jane Howard Should the county pursue the surveying of another large area of improperly surveyed Cook County land? The county board pondered this on February 15, a week after surveyor Wayne Hensche recommended that the county establish a boundary commission for the Sag Lake Trail area near the end of the Gunflint Trail. The area has many property boundary discrepancies, […]
Lutsen tower lease renewal tabled over unanswered questions
With Sheriff Mark Falk on vacation, Chief Deputy Leif Lunde brought a communication tower lease agreement to the county board on Tuesday, February 22, 2011 for its approval. It was a rather routine request – an amendment renewing the last lease agreement for a Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) tower in Lutsen that expires on March 31. The lease began […]
Are you fun to live with?
I once worked with a woman who had a no-nonsense personality. She wasn’t rude per se; she just liked to keep it all business and no chitchat. A real hard nut to crack. At one point we were entertaining clients from out of town and decided to take them to the play How to Talk Minnesotan. It was hilarious “don’t-cha-know,” […]
Floyd Pearson on WDSE Cooks
Appetizers range from sweet and spicy to dippy and delicious! They come in all colors and textures; some are low calorie treats while others are decadent delights! One thing for sure, they’re always a hit for any kind celebration! Floyd “Pete” Pearson of Grand Marais will join WDSE Cooks host Juli Kellner for an all new “A” is for Appetizers […]
Award-winning comedian to appear at Papa Charlie’s
Danny Browning, an award-winning comedian, will be appearing at Papa Charlie’s in Lutsen on Friday, March 4 at 8:00 p.m. Browning’s versatile comedy has been a hit at clubs, corporate shows, colleges, casinos—and one nudist resort! His promoter Jim Oliver said, “Browning finds humor in situations that everyone can relate to and blends with the perfect balance of improv.” He […]
