A new couple has moved into the neighborhood, and I’ve named them Lucy and Ricky. They are two pine martens, and they’ve been as entertaining as their namesake the 1950’s I Love Lucy show. I never know when they’ll come or go, but life is never dull with them around. Just the other day, as I was sipping the last […]
Two losses for young Vikes
As soon as the ball got over the half court line, Viking Head Coach Pat Eliasen said Cromwell defenders were on Viking ball handlers like glue stuck to a toddler’s fingers. “Their pressure resulted in too many turnovers for us,” Eliasen said of the away game played Friday, January 30. The Vikings lost 66-40. When the Vikings did get the […]
Vikings lose to Cardinals, beat the Wrens
Cromwell’s deep bench and good shooters were too much for the Cook County Vikings who traveled to play the Cardinals on Friday, January 30. “Cromwell plays nine kids, all who can shoot and score,” said Head Coach Mitch Dorr. “They full court pressed us the entire game and their talent was too much for us to handle,” Dorr said, whose […]
WTIP to launch Community Producers Project
WTIP North Shore Community Radio is issuing an invitation to community members to participate in a new project designed to bring more community voices to the air. The project, which is funded by the Lloyd K. Johnson Foundation, will provide training and opportunities for community members interested in creating and sharing audio features on a variety of topics and subjects. […]
No Mush for a Cure in 2015
Supporters of Mush for a Cure, a fun sled dog race fundraiser benefitting the National Breast Cancer Foundation, have been awaiting the announcement of this year’s theme. In years past the event has invited participants to don pink attire for a prom, to go back to the ’60s, to be pink zombies and more. Unfortunately however, the announcement released this […]
Dragon Boat partners hang up their paddles
In December, the North Shore Dragon Boat partners— WTIP Community Radio, North Shore Health Care Foundation, and North House Folk School— announced that they may no longer take the helm of the North Shore Dragon Boat Festival. Organizers said they hoped someone else would “pick up the paddle” and host the event. To date no one has officially come forward, […]
Adrian Legg comes to ACA Feb. 14
Adrian Legg will perform at the Arrowhead Center for the Arts at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 14. England’s Guitar magazine describes Legg as “impossible to categorize as a player.” Renowned and awarded for his unique amalgamation of acoustic and electric guitar and the way he blends diverse musical styles and inspirations into a distinctive sound all his own, Legg has been […]
Voyageur Brewing Company to open doors February 12
Voyageur Brewing Company on Highway 61 in Grand Marais will be opening the doors of the brewery and tasting room on Thursday, February 12. Community members are invited to stop by to see the unique brewery building—a bold blend of new and old. And of course to sample the craft beer made onsite. In a news release, Cara Sporn, one […]
Community Calendar
North House Folk School Making It Through Winter Free Skill Shares Thursdays in Feb., at 7 p.m. Free Arctic Film Screenings Thursdays in March at 7 p.m. Northern Fibers Retreat, Feb. 11-15 – 25 courses, featured speaker Icelandic Fiber Artist Anna Gunnarsdottir, community gatherings and more! See www.northhouse.org for more information. Auditions for James and the Giant Peach Auditions for […]
