The Cook County Democratic-Farm- Labor party had a very busy evening, with 470 DFLers traveling to one of four locations to offer resolutions for the party platform and to cast their presidential preference ballots. The atmosphere was exuberant, albeit at times a bit unorganized. At the end of the night however, resolutions were collected, delegates to county convention named and […]
No Dollar General in Grand Marais?
While no one can predict the future, as of now Dollar General has no plans to place a store in Grand Marais, said Corrine Smith, marketing coordinator for the retail giant located in Goodlettsville, Tennessee. Smith was contacted on Monday, Feb. 29. With stores popping up almost daily around the country, Smith had to take some time to locate Cook […]
North House expands to another historic building
Two parcels of property linked together for many years were tied together once again on March 1, 2016, when North House Folk School (NHFS) purchased a new building to enhance and improve its campus. “It’s been great to work with our long-time neighbors to make this important step forward,” said Greg Wright, North House’s executive director. “Our goals are simple–an […]
Township elections coming on March 8
This week citizens attended election caucuses to let their preferences for the 2016 presidential race be known. On March 8, Lutsen, Tofte and Schroeder residents will cast ballots for their local government representatives. All three townships hold their annual meeting and elections that day, with polls opening at 5 p.m. and the annual meeting beginning at 8 p.m. New names […]
Record turnout for Republican caucus
Following a trend seen across the entire state of Minnesota and country, a record number of Cook County Republicans turned out for the March 1 Super Tuesday caucus, and like the rest of the state, Florida Senator Marco Rubio got the most votes with 40, Texas senator Ted Cruz was second with 27, Dr. Ben Carson finished a close third […]
Kill off brain worm, not deer
I sent this to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR). Shooting more deer in North East Minnesota to help the moose survive brain worm seems crazy to me. I’m afraid both herds will go the same route as the caribou … gone. Before such a huge decision can be made, can’t we do some more studies on how to […]
Supporting Birch Grove ensures community viability
I, as a Schroeder resident, previous town treasurer for 11 years, and Birch Grove Foundation board member for 14 years, encourage your support for the levy request for Birch Grove Community School and the appropriation levy request W.E. Connect (Birch Grove Foundation)-Birch Grove Community Center. What are the benefits? The school employs 13 people, supports 45 children, 28 K-5 students […]
Don’t lose our charm factor
To the Cook County commissioners I am writing in opposition to the big box chain store issue in which Cook County is considering including such stores within its boundaries. 1.) Because of our remote location I fail to see how such stores can thrive in Cook County. Are we hoping to attract Canadian buyers? Who would willingly drive from Silver […]
McDonald’s at the lighthouse?
Whether you are “for” or “against” a Dollar General store coming to Grand Marais have you considered what may have caused them to set their sights on our town? While we promote Grand Marais as the “Coolest Small Town in America” and Cook County as a mecca for a growing multitude of recreational activities, outside forces no doubt see the […]
Carbon dioxide is necessary for crops and forests
First of all, carbon dioxide is not a pollutant. It makes crops and forests grow faster. Mapping by satellite shows that the earth has become about 6 percent greener overall in the past two decades, with forests expanding into arid region. Someday the world will wake up and laugh when they finally understand that the entire pursuit of economic ruin […]