Legislation for Cook County in limbo
The day after a tough legislative session had come to a close, Minnesota House Representative (DFL District 3) David Dill had already returned home and was back on the road the next morning on a 250-mile trip, calling from his car as he headed for more work. “I’m on the fly, but I can answer your questions,” Representative Dill told […]
County board hears latest on biomass proposal
Cook County commissioners listened intently as Mark Spurr discussed the cost savings and other benefits the county would receive if it chooses to purchase hot water heat from the proposed biomass district heating service. Spurr, who is the president of FVB Energy Inc. along with George Wilkes, president of the Cook County Local Energy Project (CCLEP); Paul Nelson, District Heating […]
Cook County now accepting credit card payment for services
The Cook County Auditor’s Office will now take credit card or debit card payments for permits, property taxes, parcel signs, marriage licenses, plat book, and auditor fees, (e.g. copies, and passports) said Information Technology (IT) Director Rena Rogers. There will be a slight convenience fee to use a card, 1.5 percent for a debit card or 2.5 percent to use […]
Sierra Club faces tough questions at “Beyond Coal” presentation
The toll from burning coal causes air pollution, is a leading cause of climate change and causes over $100 billion in health costs each year, Jessica Tritsch told a crowd of 40-50 on hand to hear her speak at the Cook County Community Center. Her message was darker than coal dust on a miner’s face. Although Minnesota Power has made […]
Barker Project topic of May 27 Forest Service meeting
Staff report The U.S. Forest Service will hold a public meeting and discussion of the Barker Project in the area of the Bally Creek Ski Trail from 5 to 6:30 p.m. May 27 at the Gunflint Ranger Station in Grand Marais. To date, about 30 people have expressed a variety of issues from creating more moose habitat to concerns about […]
CCHS students and graduates saluted at Awards Program
The Cook County High School gym was filled with excited students, parents and community members for the May 18 Awards and Scholarship Program. Over 40 different scholarships and awards were presented to CCHS students. High School Principal Adam Nelson welcomed everyone and announced that an amazing $40,000 was being given to 2015 graduates in local scholarships alone, from organizations such […]
The Great Send Off
It’s that time of year… graduation. I love getting all the beautiful announcements in the mail. Unlike those sent in 1982, a standard printed card from Jostens, these announcements are colorful and filled with pictures of hopeful, shining faces. Graduates of 2015! I know that face. I was just like them. I thought graduating meant that I was now an […]
Renowned bluesman Guy Davis to perform in Grand Marais June 6
The North Shore Music Association will present renowned musician Guy Davis at 7:30 p.m. June 6 at the Arrowhead Center for the Arts. The roots of Guy’s blues are as diverse as the music form itself. It can be soulful, moaning out a people’s cry, or playful and bouncy as a hayride. He can tell you stories of his great-grandparents […]
Music exhibit opens at museum
The Cook County Historical Society will host an opening reception from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 23 to welcome a new museum exhibit, Music from the Tip ’O the Arrowhead. Musical traditions and destinations abound in Cook County, and the latest exhibit celebrates 100 years of dances, pow wows, concerts, and festivals. Follow the development of musical traditions from […]