With two people gone, councilor Tim Kennedy and mayor Jay Arrowsmith Decoux, and a light agenda, the Grand Marais City Council held a short meeting on Wednesday, March 27. First up, with councilor Anton Moody taking over leading the council for Arrowsmith Decoux, two members of the Grand Marais Art Colony came before the board to discuss the 29th annual […]
Catching up with the Freemans
Adding another unique way of living and moving to their repertoire, Dave and Amy Freeman have spent the last eight months puttering south on their sailboat named “Discovery.” Last August they left the Knife River Marina and by way of the Great Lakes sailed east to New York City. Now some 3,000 miles away, Dave and Amy are riding out […]
Find A Penny
I was shopping with my mom on a Friday in Buffalo. If I ever see a penny on the ground, I pick it up saying to myself, “And all day I’ll have good luck.” I found a flattened, grubby coin in the Wise Penny Thrift Store parking lot. You never know what’s in store for the rest of your day. […]
Luffarslöjd: Scandinavian Wirework with Faith Clover
The Arrowhead Library System is pleased to present “Luffarslöjd: Scandinavian Wirework with Faith Clover,” a free 90-minute program being offered for ages 14 and older on Friday, May 24, at 10:30 a.m. at the Grand Marais Public Library Luffarslöjd is part of the tradition of making beautiful and useful objects for everyday use, using one’s hands and simple tools. Farmers […]
Make new plants from old plants without seeds
There are a number of methods you can use to make new plants from old plants without using seeds. This workshop will cover plant propagation techniques you can use on houseplants, perennials, trees and shrubs. You will have an opportunity to practice a few of those techniques in class and take home some new plants. The workshop will be held […]
Operation Round Up applications available now
Do you know a great local nonprofit organization that could use some extra funds or has a project they are interested in achieving? Arrowhead Cooperative’s Operation Round Up provides grants to groups serving Cook County. Projects funded in 2018 include: Safe Routes to School, Cook County YMCA, Cooperation Station Child Care and Clay Club at ISD 166. Grant guidelines and […]
Local Foundation announces 2019 scholarship for young musicians
The Friends of Brad Memorial Foundation (FOBMF) is pleased to announce its 2019 scholarship opportunity. Since 2011, the foundation has held annual scholarship competitions for students in rural high schools in northeastern Minnesota who plan to pursue music-related studies in college. Two $750 scholarships are available in 2019. These one-time scholarships are open to student musicians residing in rural areas […]
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 […]
Luke Johnson joins new Duluth volleyball team
Luke Johnson spent four seasons working as a manager/ assistant coach with the CCHS girls’ volleyball team. It’s a sport he loves so when an opportunity arose for him to play on a newly formed boys’ team in Duluth, he jumped at the chance. Luke’s coach is Pete Stasiuk from Duluth Denfeld. Pete gave a brief synopsis of boys’ volleyball […]
College News
Zunker named to NDSU dean’s list Jordan Zunker was named to the fall semester dean’s list in the College of Engineering at North Dakota State University. Michael R. Kessler, Ph.D., PE, dean of the College of Engineering, notified Jordan of the honor. Being on the dean’s list is a high honor and accomplishment that is recognized throughout higher education as […]