With the recent sale of the Arrowhead Pharmacy to Corey Malstrom, the administration at the hospital/care center is looking at hiring pharmacists rather than contracting out the work. At least for now, said hospital administrator Kimber Wraalstad, “We have a purchased service from Arrowhead Pharmacy.” This arrangement has taken place, she said, “since before I came to Grand Marais six […]
Klett responds to trespass notice
“I admit I made a terrible mistake,” said David Klett to the County Board on November 15 at the board’s regularly scheduled meeting. What Klett was referring to were his actions taken over the last two years to erect erosion controls (gravel bars) on the road at the Clearwater Lake boat landing to divert sediment from going into the lake […]
MnDOT holds public meeting for Highway 61 improvements through Grand Marais
In an effort to get information from the public, Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) Project Manager Roberta Dwyer, and Grand Marais City Administrator Mike Roth hosted an open house at City Hall on Monday, November 14, unveiling MnDOT drawings of proposed changes to Highway 61 as it runs through Grand Marais. The drawings were conceptual in nature, said Dwyer, and […]
Horak appointed new Tofte supervisor
Craig Horak has been named to fill the vacancy as a Tofte Township supervisor left by Paul James’ recent resignation. Horak was sworn in at the supervisors’ Thursday, November 10 township board meeting. When asked what he believes are the important issues for the Tofte community, he stated the Birch Grove school, housing, and long-term planning. When asked why he […]
Meredith Sutton is first Viking to make First Team All-State
Junior outside hitter Meredith Sutton had a monster year for the Vikings. She was on top of most of the statistics in the Polar League, and she led her team to the Minnesota State Championship for the second year in a row. The only two times, in fact, that the Vikings have made it to state in volleyball. “Meredith had […]
Vikings fall to Caledonia
Cook County fell behind 10-1 in the first game against Caledonia in their Class A quarterfinal match at the Xcel Center, and despite making some excellent some runs, were never really in the game against the taller Caledonia Warriors. The Vikings fell in three games to the No. 3 Class A seed 25-11, 25-13, 25-17 in the match played on […]
Warm Wishes
Last week I woke to the smell of baking cinnamon rolls while staying with my parents in Schroeder. I was cozy and warm under my weighted blanket and looking forward to a warm cup of blueberry tea with my breakfast of warm bread when it suddenly occurred to me I really like the feel of warmth. Is there anything better […]
Empty Bowls fills stomachs and needs
By any measure the 2016 Empty Bowls fundraiser was a huge success, said Beth Kennedy, one of the main organizers of the event held Thursday, November 10 at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Grand Marais. More than 380 people came out to eat, and some took part in the silent auction. “We raised $9,756,” Kennedy said. One-half of that money goes […]
Security State Bank supports “Shop Local!”
“We love our local businesses and know you do too,” said the staff at Security State Bank. Stop in at Security State Bank to earn tickets and enter tickets into drawings for gift certificates from local businesses November 21 through December 23. Drawings are open to everyone. Participants have many ways to earn tickets for drawings. Besides visiting and doing […]
Talking dog coming to ACA
The Grand Marais Playhouse is bringing nationally recognized comedian/ventriloquist/ musician Todd Oliver to the Arrowhead Center for the Arts at 7 p.m. Nov. 26. Todd Oliver and Friends feature “Irving,” America’s favorite real talking dog. Have you ever met a talking dog, a real talking dog? Meet Irving, a “real live talking Boston terrier.” This little dog is making crowds […]