I heard from MnDOT that it concluded the engineering studies on the Cascade River Valley tower and that the tower will be on the county board agenda for March 24. I most likely will not be able to make that meeting. I heard from several commissioners about these tower issues, but one common thread seems to be “that if MnDOT […]
Grand Portage wolf tracked to Isle Royale
With wolves nearing extinction on Isle Royale, a collared wolf and partner from the Grand Portage area caused quite a stir of excitement when they crossed an ice bridge over to the Big Island. With fewer than 10 wolves left on the island, it was hoped the two wolves would stay and help regenerate the dwindling population and refresh the […]
Correction:
In the March 14, 2015 article Community turns out to show support for Lake View Natural Dairy, it was incorrectly stated that a previous court had found David Berglund in contempt. The report should have stated that previously the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) petitioned to find Berglund in contempt. The News-Herald regrets the error.
Drawing clowns – Art 101
Last winter there came an opportunity to do something I’d not done for a very long time. The opportunity? An all-afternoon art class with kids and a couple of adults. The subject? Each of us would draw a clown. “You’ll get tips on drawing all kinds of clowns and for portraying hats, faces, clothes and shoes” we heard. Outlines and […]
Illumination: Igniting Imagination
an inspiring exhibit at Johnson Heritage PostThe much-anticipated Illumination: Igniting Imagination exhibit opened at the Johnson Heritage Post in Grand Marais on Friday, March 13, bringing artists and art lovers from near and far to see how the theme of illumination is interpreted in a variety of media. The show, in its 5th year, is sponsored by the Spirit of the Wilderness Episcopal Church in collaboration […]
Film screening of To Light a Candle at First Congregational Church
To Light A Candle–a film about the Baha’is in Iran defying religious persecution through non-violent resistance and educating their youth—will be shown at the First Congregational Church in Grand Marais at 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 29, 2015. The Baha’is are a religious minority in Iran. They are systematically imprisoned, tortured and killed by the Iranian government. The Islamic regime […]
Much fun for Elders in March
What a great March we have been enjoying. The spring-like weather is reflected in our Elders’ upbeat moods, recommitment to exercise and garden planning. The Elder Nutrition Program has enjoyed visits from the Grand Portage Trust Lands staff. We have had two presentations this month during our Wednesday meals. Tim Miller, Trust Lands forester, shared information on upcoming planting and […]
Down Memory Lane
10 Years AgoMarch 18, 2005 Residents of the city’s northwest section filled council chambers last Wednesday to voice their opposition to a proposal that could create a new neighborhood and cost $1.6 million. Most of that cost would be borne by the property owners, who would be assessed for the improvements that include public water and sewer line extension, construction […]