Gunnar “Gun” Anderson,
Gunnar “Gun” Anderson, 22, of Grand Marais, passed away unexpectedly on December 31, 2016 as a result of a snowmobile accident. He was born to Kent Anderson and Jessica Rodne of Grand Marais on April 13, 1994. He is preceded in death by his grandmother, Cynthia Smith. Gunnar is survived by his parents Jessica Rodne, Kent (Lyndsay) Anderson, his two […]
Does God love you?
Sometimes, when the challenges of life pile on and the sorrows of life multiply and the seasons of life pass agonizingly slowly, I just want God to remind me of the commitments He’s made for my well-being, don’t you? I find myself, occasionally, walking in Tevye’s shoes. You know, Tevye, the lead persona in “Fiddler on the Roof.” Tevye is […]
David Micheal “Binky” Hess
David Micheal “Binky” Hess of Hovland passed away on Dec. 30, 2016 at North Shore Hospital after a short battle with cancer. Binky was born to David and Marion (Parker) Hess on May 4, 1956 in Anoka, Minnesota. The family moved to Hovland when Binky was 5. He grew up at Flutereed General Store and Bar, helping his parents and […]
Holiday activities at the Care Center
The holiday season was a memorable and joyous one for residents of North Shore Health Care Center. There was music and carolers of all ages, holiday foods, gift giving, and good times with family and friends. The residents want to thank the American Legion, the American Legion Auxiliary, Care Center employees, and several families and friends for their generous donations. […]
Down Memory Lane
10 YEARS AGO JAN. 5, 2007 The Cook County board gave its approval to a 2007 budget showing expenditures of $14.1 million, revenues expected to total $8,601,115, and use of the Fund Balance set at $429,206. In order to make ends meet, there will be a 10 percent levy increase. The fourth-graders at Sawtooth Elementary School are recognized in the […]
Ecklund selected to serve as House Assistant Minority Leader
State Representative Rob Ecklund (DFL-International Falls) was selected by his peers to serve as House Assistant Minority Leader for the 2017-2018 session. As an assistant minority leader, Rep. Ecklund will aid Minority Leader Rep. Melissa Hortman (DFL-Brooklyn Park) and the leadership team in advocating for caucus priorities on the House Floor, in the media, and across Minnesota. “Right now we […]
Environmental Assessment for historic meadow area available for public review
Grand Portage National Monument will post the final draft of the Historic Meadow Area Environmental Assessment for the community and public review beginning on Wednesday, January 4, 2017, through February 4, 2017. The document will be available on the monument’s website at parkplanning.nps.gov/grpoEA. There will be paper copies available at the following locations: Heritage Center Information Desk at Grand Portage […]
Test your home for radon
The Cook County Environmental Health Office is distributing test kitsHave you wondered if radon is a problem in your home or wanted to get more information on radon? Radon is found in nearly all soils. It is a colorless, odorless radioactive gas that comes up through the soil. Levels in outdoor air are usually much lower than indoor air. It is a problem in houses because radon levels can […]