With mixed emotions the residents and staff at North Shore Living say thank you and happy retirement to our awesome activity leader, co-worker, and boss, Belinda Hudler. Belinda has put a lot of heart and soul into leading us and making sure we have a lot of fun and entertainment. Belinda has been the best boss you could ask for. […]
Telephone, wireless or Internet discounts available
Several programs offer Minnesota residents with low income – including those recently impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic – monthly discounts on landline telephone, wireless or internet services and access to specialized equipment. The federal Lifeline program and Minnesota’s state Telephone Assistance Plan are two telecommunication discounts available to income eligible residents. The Telephone Equipment Distribution program offers specialized equipment at […]
Historic Cook County’s COVID-19 updates, resources, and volunteer opportunities
People shape the history of Cook County. Our biggest asset is our community— so the safety of our patrons, volunteers, supporters, and staff is our priority. Throughout this health emergency, we are still committed to the collection, preservation, and dissemination of knowledge about the history of Cook County. With our mission guiding our work, we wanted to share the latest […]
Two county commissioner seats will be open for election
If you are thinking about running for county commissioner and live in District 2 or District 4, both of those seats will be up for election this fall. The sign up to get on the ballot is May 19 through June 2 at 5 p.m. The Cook County Board of Commissioners is made up of five members, and are elected […]
Mountain Nine at Superior National opens for golf on Friday, May 8
Weather permitting as usual in May on the North Shore, golfers will be able to enjoy the game, fresh air, exercise, and being together, 6-feet apart, with family and friends. Or as we are learning to say around here, stay at least one moose apart! On the golf course, a good measure may be two club-lengths apart. Operations will follow […]
Missing sports
As someone who enjoys watching, reading about and attending sporting events, this has been a hard time for me. Truly agonizing. I even miss watching the kids running through town while they are training for track meets. And while baseball and softball seasons are usually shortened by the long spikes of winter slowly sliding into spring, I miss watching and […]
Wondering ‘61 Paths
Hike to explore, hike for your healthWalking or running is less expensive than golf. All are a great way to maintain proper social distancing, now maybe 10 or 13 feet instead of just six feet. Grand Marias has paths to wonder about and to wander on. Driving along Highway 61, we see many signs pointing us to The Superior Hiking Trail. It parallels the highway, mostly […]
DNR temporarily closes Grand Portage State Park amidst COVID-19 pandemic
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has temporarily closed Grand Portage State Park along the Canadian Border on the North Shore of Lake Superior. The DNR took the action at the request of the Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa. The Band requested that the DNR close the park to the public due to concerns about health risks […]
After all of these years, still quarantining
I’m not sure if we’ve been in lockdown or under quarantine, or what the correct word is. Many things have not changed. This time of year we walk longer up the trails and further into the woods. I can walk on bare ground on southern facing slopes, or deep under the spruce and fir. If some snow remains I step […]
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
Due to the Coronavirus, check before you plan to go. 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 Community Center. No financial or other qualifications—this is surplus […]