I tried to read Scott Benolken’s column last week with an open mind even though I’m pretty much opposed to the B2B. But near the end of his spiel, he said, “I need to be very clear in that the touring route riders are coming…whether the county supports the B2B or not.” Hmmm, that sounded like a threat, and it […]
Don’t forget to go to the Memory Café!
A reminder that the first-ever Cook County Memory Café will take place on Thursday, February 13th from 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. at the Hub/Senior Center in Grand Marais! A Memory Café is a free, casual gathering where people with memory loss and the family or friends who care for them can come together in a safe, supportive, relaxed environment. Guests […]
DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management. Provide input on 2019 deer populations and observations The DNR is seeking public input on deer populations and observations from 2019, including experiences hunters had during the deer hunting season, issues related to deer damage, or other deer-related issues. The DNR will use the feedback to shape regulations […]
Fast Friends at the library
Back by popular demand, Library Friends of Cook County is offering another round of Fast Friends at the Grand Marais Public Library on Saturday, February 15 from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Fast Friends is a casual and upbeat social gathering for adults in a welcoming environment – your public library. Fast Friends is based on the speed-dating format with […]
On carrying God’s name worthily
For the last six weeks I’ve been engaged in a study of the Ten Commandments for a series of messages at Zoar Church. Rather than seeing the Ten Commandments as ways God wants to keep his thumb on our freedom, I’ve been interested in how Jesus reflected on them and how Christians might view them as guidelines for living life […]
Dr. Robert Eliot Pratt
Dr. Robert Eliot Pratt, Professor Emeritus, passed away January 24, 2020, in Duluth, Minnesota. Born in St. Paul on September 12, 1938, to Dr. Harry and Mary Pratt. Bob grew up in Grand Marais, Minnesota, on Lake Superior’s north shore. The son of a dentist and a teacher and the brother of a doctor, Bob loved trucks. Upon graduating from […]
Sherrie Lynn Swanson
Sherrie Lynn Swanson, 58, of Duluth, Minnesota, died Saturday, January 25, 2020, at Essentia St. Mary’s Hospital in Duluth. She was born June 27, 1961, in San Diego, California, to Robert and Arline. The world has lost a shining light. Sherrie had a zest for life only found in a few people. Her capacity to enjoy life and appreciate the […]
Lynn Wilson
Lynn Wilson, age 69, of Duluth, passed away Friday, January 31, 2020, at Solvay Hospice House surrounded by family. He was born July 25, 1950, in Duluth, Minnesota, to Edward L. and Carmella (Cherro) Wilson. He graduated from Duluth Central High School in 1969. Lynn married Mary (Bierbaum) in Tofte in 1972. He had a varied career path including Erie […]
Jerry Lawson
The world is missing a gentle soul. The family and friends of Jerry Lawson would like to share the sad news that Jerry died early in the morning, on Saturday, January 25, 2020. Jerry touched many hearts with his kind and peaceful way, and leaves behind a vast community of dear friends and loving family, the most important being the […]