The 40th anniversary Gunflint Trail Canoe Races, held July 19 on the shore at Gunflint Lodge, raised more than $20,000 for the Gunflint Trail Volunteer Fire Department (GTVFD). The funds will be used to support the 12 volunteer EMTs, EMRs, fire trucks, ambulances and three fire halls along the Trail. “We really appreciate,” said GTVFD Chief Jim Morrison, “the hard […]
Let Them Play!
Summer is just a few short weeks from being over and I have not heard once from my boys that they are bored…why? Because I like to let them play. Summer is a time to spend with your friends making lifelong memories. They are busy with their friends, soaking up the sun, enjoying the lake, pontooning, kayaking, swimming, playing basketball […]
Woods, Winds & Strings concert set for August 13
Local classical and jazz musicians will once again perform in concert at the Gunflint Trail Volunteer Fire Department, Hall 1 at Mid-Trail. The concert begins at 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 13 and will be followed by a reception at the adjacent Schaap Community Center. Musicians performing this year include Philis Anderson, oboe; Kathy Bolstad, clarinet; Karina Roth, vocal and piano; […]
Mid-Trail Fundraiser—the bidding starts August 9
It’s that time of year for the annual Mid-Trail auction, boutique, gigantic flea market, and quilt raffle on August 9. Doors open at noon. Proceeds benefit the Gunflint Trail Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department. Collectibles, antiques, garage, items, vintage quilts, artwork, cabin décor, handcrafted textiles, Gunflint Trail experiences—you name it!—will be offered in all venues at all price points. The […]
Don’t miss out on Library Friends Book Sale!
The Library Friends of Cook County plans to hold its annual book sale again during Fisherman’s picnic. The event is scheduled to be at the Community Center August 4th and 5th. A member’s only preview is scheduled for the evening of August 3rd. Anyone who would like to participate in the early opportunity at the books needs to be a […]
Community Calendar
Grand Marais Garden Club Floral Fiesta Flower Show Saturday, July 29, noon to 5 p.m. at the Cook County Community Center, 317 W. 5th St., Grand Marais. Beautiful floral arrangements, plant exchange/sale and light refreshments. Floral arrangements welcomed from the community. Donation accepted. Everyone welcome! Class of 1972 Reunion Class of 1972 invites Cook County High School friends and former […]
North Shore Rollers do well at Namekagon River Roll Off
This year’s Namekagon River Roll Off in Hayward, Wisconsin held on Sunday, July 16, was one of the largest one-day log rolling competitions ever held— anywhere—with hundreds of professional and amateur matches conducted over a nine-hour period. The event is held in the Lumber Jack Bowl, an area once used by logging companies to stage logs before rafting them down […]
Tennis camp a big hit
The Cook County Tennis Association (CCTA) held its fourth annual three-day tennis camp last week to a record number of youth. Travel Tennis Camps Inc, a Minnesota organization that specializes in putting on tennis camps in towns throughout Minnesota during the summer, again provided instruction. The camp is held at the Grand Marais courts and is open to both youth […]
College News
Tara Austin graduates with a master’s degree Tara Austin, Grand Marais, graduated this spring from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, from the School of Education with a Master of Fine Arts, Art, degree. Tara is the daughter of Rick and Lori Austin, Grand Marais. Furlong named to spring dean’s list at Bemidji State Richard Furlong from Grand Marais earned dean’s list […]