Let me see if I understand the author’s position regarding mass murderers in the April 21st letter “Are you smarter than a 12th grader?” Rather than holding the perpetrator responsible for his evil deeds, we should blame the weapon’s manufacturer and seller. That makes all the sense in the world, and is a concept that should be applied broadly. Mass […]
Human trafficking is an awful pox on society
Earlier this year there were several meetings along the North Shore regarding human trafficking, however since that time it seems there has been silence on the issue. The busyness of prime tourism season can cover this type of activity, I also think the routines of the off-tourism season can be just as covert. I wonder what drives individuals to erase […]
With little wind, kites can’t take flight
Where are the politicians when you need them? Ninety-nine days out of a hundred Artist Point is a great place to fly a kite. But on Saturday, May 5 the day of the inaugural Grand Marais Kite Festival the wind, which had been terrific the day before—took a breather and the day was as calm as a spotted seagull egg […]
Dry, windy conditions prompt Red Flag Warning for most of the state
Conditions ripe for wildfireThe Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds people that the National Weather Service issued a Red Flag Warning on Saturday, May 5. The warning means the area is experiencing critical weather conditions ideal for wildfire and includes the following counties: Aitkin, Anoka, Becker, Beltrami, Benton, Big Stone, Brown, Carlton, Carver, Cass, Chippewa, Chisago, Clay, Clearwater, Cook, Crow Wing, Dakota, Douglas, […]
What does truth look like?
What do a mirror, a bathroom scale, and the Bible have in common? They all tell you the truth, whether you want to hear it or not. A mirror tells you the truth about your appearance. A scale tells you the truth about your weight. The Bible tells the truth about God and about you. A mirror and a scale […]
Harvey Melvin Anderson
A graveside memorial service with military rites for Harvey Melvin Anderson, 98, of Roslyn, S.D. and formerly of Grand Marais, will be held at a later date in Maple Hill Cemetery at Grand Marais. Harvey died Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at Strand Kjorsvig Community Rest Home in Roslyn. Harvey Melvin Anderson, son of Victor and Hilda (Rehn) was born June […]
Ernest Joseph Boyes
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ernest Joseph Boyes, resident of Grand Portage for 13 years. Ernest passed away at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Thunder Bay, Ontario at 9:55 a.m. April 26, 2018 with Marcie McIntire, the love of his life, at his side. He fought hard to survive a serious illness during the last two […]
May is Older Americans Month
May is Older Americans Month, a month designated to raise awareness about issues facing older adults and to highlight the way older Americans are advocating for themselves, their peers, and their communities. Here at North Shore Health Care Center, we honor our seniors for sharing their wisdom and experience with us every day. May 13-19 is designated as National Skilled […]
