Will Ramberg makes first team All-Conference


Few players donning a Vikings’ uniform have had the kind of success that Will Ramberg had on the basketball court this past season. The 6’3” guard/forward averaged 27 points and 11 rebounds per game, often scoring in bunches late in games when his team needed him the most. For his outstanding all-around play area coaches voted him to the Polar […]

Outstanding performances at Viking track opener


As is customary for the CCHS Track and Field opener, 14 athletes headed down to the Polar League Indoor Championships held at the beautiful UW-Superior indoor track. Our smaller turnout, a bit less than half the team, was not due to lack of interest. Like many other schools, the meet coincides with spring break at the school, meaning many students […]

Meet Blake Shellabarger


Several months ago readers were treated to pictures and a story about an interesting and very creative gingerbread house that was made and displayed at Lutsen Resort. One of the bakers who created that piece was Blake Shellabarger. Fairly new to the area, here’s a chance to learn a little bit about Blake. Born in Truckee, California, Blake spent most […]

Help needed to implement Farm Bill


The Natural Resource Sources Council (NRCS) which works under the Farm Bill to implement practices to reduce soil erosion, help water quality and other practices identified in the Farm Bill, local landowners, local partners and the Soil and Water Conservation District would like to invite you to the local work group meeting and listening session. As the local SWCD, we […]

Spring Cleaning


I feel grumpy. It’s the first real spring day of the year. Am I out hiking? Am I sitting on the back deck soaking up the sun? No. I’m cleaning out my car’s interior, an interior, I might add, which really needs it. I pull the wet/dry vacuum cleaner my husband has hauled out for me and move it into […]

Kindergarten Round Up Day at Birch Grove is April 9


Children who are eligible to enter kindergarten next year (must be 5 by September 1) are invited to spend the morning at Birch Grove with Ms. Knottski’s class being a “Big Kid”! Your child will get the kindergarten experience doing special projects and activities planned just for this day. Children may ride the bus to school, or you can bring […]

The Gun Chronicles: A history of America


The Grand Marais Public Library and the Cook County Historical Society are opening photographer JR’s “The Gun Chronicles: A History of America” to the Johnson Heritage Post on Friday, April 5, at 4 p.m. The exhibit is to remain open through the weekend. JR awarded this interactive mural display to the Grand Marais community after his exhibit, originally titled “Guns […]

Exploring Identity through Spoken Word Poetry with See More Perspective


The Arrowhead Library System is pleased to present See More Perspective and his spoken word poetry, a free workshop being offered for grades 4-12 and adults at the Grand Marais Public Library on Friday, April 19, 4 p.m. Presented differently for learners of various ages, this workshop explores social identity and how it informs the choices we make as artists […]

Lighthouse Center for Vision Loss celebrates 100th anniversary


The Lighthouse Center for Vision Loss will celebrate its 100th anniversary at the second annual Dining in the Dark charity event, April 11, 2019. The Lighthouse invites guests to “awaken their senses” by attending this evening event, enjoying a gourmet meal blindfolded, and dancing to the music of Todd Eckart. The event will also feature inspirational guest speakers and highlights […]

Community Calendar

Ruby’s Pantry Cook County Ruby’s Pantry, 2nd Tuesday of the month food distribution 5 – 6:30 p.m., $20 (cash only) Sponsored by Spirit of the Wilderness Church. You will be amazed at all the food you get at the Cook County High School. No financial or other qualifications—this is surplus food for all! Cook County Higher Education Career training and […]