The Viking boys’ and girls’ slalom skiers competed in two meets recently, and both squads showed they are improving as they get ready for sections. The Koo-Koo Invite was held on Jan. 11 at Lutsen Mountains, and the weather was an issue. It rained the previous day and turned to snow overnight in Duluth and the Iron Range. The coaches […]
Local songwriter wins honorable mention in international songwriting competition
The winners of the SongDoor 2017 International Songwriting Competition have been announced: the song “Slick Back” by Grand Marais songwriter Leah Thomas received honorable mention in the soft rock category. Entries were received from over 20 countries on four continents. “Slick Back” was recorded by Thomas and her band SplinterTones for their 2017 release “SplinterTones II.” The lyrics chronicle her […]
Lutsen sculpture studio changes ownership
Tom Christiansen of Last Chance Studio and Gallery is moving on to a semi-retired lifestyle and selling the studio to Greg Mueller. Mueller, a sculptor originally from Mankato, will be creating his work in the studio and foundry built in 1999. The gallery operated on the site by Marcia Hyatt for the past dozen years is closing its doors January […]
A squirrel named Arnold
I’ve outdone my birdfeeding self this year. I throw sunflower seeds on the ground. I crumble old bread and cut up chunks of beef suet for my feeders. I also melt lard and add oatmeal and peanut butter (recipe given by fellow bird-feeding reader) and make another yummy snack. Sometimes, I even throw out unsalted peanuts. My yard is buzzing […]
YMCA and Healthy Northland team up for diabetes prevention
The Y is dedicated to helping the community make lasting changes to improve your health, including diabetes prevention. With support from Healthy Northland, the diabetes prevention program is kicking off. Every day another American is diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes. One in three Minnesotans has prediabetes: are you that one? Type 2 diabetes is 100 percent preventable through small lifestyle […]
Free community tech nights
Cook County Community Education is partnering with Boreal Community Media and Cook County Higher Education to host an open computer lab night at the Cook County ISD 166 computer lab on Thursday, Feb. 22 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Open labs are for adults in the community who need a place to browse the Internet, bring their devices in for […]
Applications for Arts Festival now open
Applications are now open for those interested in participating in the Grand Marais Arts Festival July 14 and 15. Apply before March 17 for a chance to sell your work right on the shore of Lake Superior, gain incredible exposure with over 13,000 festival attendees, and connect with other talented artists. All mediums are welcome and encouraged to apply. To […]
Moda Bake Shop Quilt Along at Senior Center
Each week we will tackle a block from the Moda Bake Shop Quilt Along (sometimes two blocks). At the end of our quilt along we will have a party and reveal. You may not be able to commit every week, so the online pattern and directions can help you finish those blocks. Don’t let the intricacy of the quilt make […]
Volunteer tax preparers needed
Not everyone can afford to hire a company to prepare their taxes for them. If you like to do taxes and want to help out Cook County families, here is an opportunity for you. You can join the Cook County VITA Taxes volunteer group. If interested, contact either Chuck Flickinger at 218-475-2776 or Steve Deschene at 218-387- 1767. Your help […]
Community Calendar
DFL Caucus Tuesday, February 6. Doors open and registration at 6 p.m. Caucus begins at 7 p.m. at the Arrowhead Center For The Arts. Free Tax Assistance Free tax assistance to all low to moderate income Cook County residents. Cook County VITA Tax group will be helping folks starting the week of January 30 – April 12. Tuesdays at Cook […]