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 […]

Cook County Community Center looking for volunteer coordinators


The Cook County Community Center is gearing up to get the ice rinks going in the next few weeks, weather depending. The following activities are scheduled at the rinks and we are looking for volunteer coordinators: Adult/youth broomball, Sunday evenings from 5- 7 p.m. Adult boot hockey, Tuesday evenings from 7 – 9 p.m. Adult pick-up hockey, Wednesday evenings from […]

‘Friday Night Reels’ returns to GM library


Grand Marais Public Library announces the return of “Friday Night Reels,” a film series that takes place at the library each Friday at 6 p.m. starting Jan. 3, 2020, and lasting until March 6. The films are thoughtfully selected to inspire discussion. Light snacks are provided by the Library Friends of Cook County. This year’s first film is Blade Runner. […]

Fisher and marten trapping season changes


Trappers are reminded that season dates have changed for several species. The fisher and marten season is open Saturday, Dec. 21, 2019, through Sunday Dec. 29, 2019, and fur registration will be Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2019. The bobcat season is open from Saturday, Dec. 21, 2019, through Sunday, Jan. 26, 2020, and fur registration will be Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2020. […]

New warming house to open at the Cook County Community Center


The new warming house is done, and its doors are ready to open! Figure skaters, hockey skaters, friends, and parents of skaters, mark your calendar for Sunday, December 29, so you don’t miss the grand opening of the brand new warming house at the Cook County Community Center. There will be free food (while it lasts) from noon to 4 […]

Northern pike anglers reminded of zone regulations


As cold temperatures continue to make ice on Minnesota lakes, ice anglers and spearers gearing up for winter fishing action are reminded that northern pike zone regulations apply. The zone regulations went into effect in May 2018 and created three distinct zones in the north central, northeastern and southern parts of the state. The northern pike regulations apply to inland […]

“Good Vibrations for Winter Wellness” coming to Grand Marais Public Library, December 17


The Arrowhead Library System is pleased to present Good Vibrations for Winter Wellness, a free program being offered at the Grand Marais Public Library on Tuesday, December 17, at 1p.m. Music can lighten the holiday blues, bring warm feelings to a cold winter day, and calm a stressful time. Christina Cotruvo will play and discuss the American-Celtic harp, the hi-tech […]

Minnesota Department of Natural Resources to host employment event for military veterans


The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is hosting its third annual Veteran Employment Information Event on Thursday, Jan. 9 in St. Paul. Space is limited and pre-registration is required to attend the free event. Veterans can register for a time slot between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. by going to tinyurl.com/dnrvets2020. Many veterans want to work in a natural resources […]

American Legion Auxiliary Unit 413 supports our veterans and our community


The fiscal year has concluded, and the taxes have been filed for one of our county’s many nonprofits, the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 413. As their fiscal year came to an end, they reviewed their contributions to our veterans and their families in our community. The largest single contribution, over $4,200, was made this year to Northland Honor Flight. Honor […]

Bell ringers needed for Salvation Army Red Kettles


The Salvation Army is a Christian ministry that provides services to anyone regardless of religion, beliefs or lack thereof. We are called to serve in Christ’s name without discrimination and value each person as God’s creation who is loved beyond measure. We serve regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, or sexual orientation. The Salvation Army Northern Division has been serving people […]