I would like to share these definitions. Communism: 1. A social system characterized by the communal sharing of goods and services. 2. A theory of social change conceived by Marx, directed to the ideal of a classless society. As developed by Lenin and others, it advocates seizure of power by a conspiratorial political party, maintenance of power during an interim […]
One subject at a time for legislators
When I was doing a little bit of research about caucuses last week, I checked out current bills floating around the U.S. Capitol that might be of interest. I wanted to find examples of legislation that all citizens could possibly agree on—Democrat, Republican, Independent or Green. I think I may have found something. I wish I could introduce the legislative […]
Correction:
In the January 30, 2016 article Volunteers earn $73,088 for local nonprofits with 1st and 2nd Thrift Store it was incorrectly reported that Cook County Girl Scouts received $4,620. The Girl Scouts received $124. The Cook County News-Herald apologizes for the error.
Lenten confession of a pastor
We are fast approaching the season of Lent. My denomination does not formally observe this season of fasting, but we do appreciate the value of spiritual disciplines. I appreciate them, but I don’t find them any easier to keep than many of you. I have spent as much of my working life sitting in the pews as I have standing […]
Food Shelf needs some helping hands
The North Shore community frequently steps up to help the Cook County Food Shelf financially. Various groups host fundraisers and food drives throughout the year. Generous citizens drop checks in the mail or nonperishable items in shopping carts at local grocery stores. But did you know there is another way to help the food shelf? There is always a need […]
James Joseph Heinz,
James Joseph Heinz, age 75, passed away in Lakeville, Minnesota on January 28, 2016. Jim was born on May 21, 1940 in St. Paul to Joe and Ann Heinz. He grew up in St. Paul and graduated from Murray High School in 1958. Jim worked as an architectural draftsman. He also served in the U.S. Army from 1963 to 1965. […]
Care Center staying busy to beat cabin fever
The residents at North Shore Care Center will try to beat “cabin fever” with a full calendar of activities in February. There is a lot to look forward to all month. On February 2, the Community Band brought its jazz music to the Care Center for a lively evening of Dixieland tunes. Everyone is encouraged to wear red on Friday, […]
Down Memory Lane
10 Years Ago Feb. 3, 2006 The first annual Grand Marais Moose Stomp Snowshoe Festival, sponsored by the Grand Marais Area Tourism Association, drew racers to the Pincushion Mountain ski area to participate in the 5K and 10K snowshoe races. The races were only part of the snowshoe festival, which also included snowshoe walks at Cascade Lodge and George Washington […]