I became a young man late. In my teens my old man had given me imperatives toward that end, sometimes suggestions like “You should study engineering,’ sometimes admonitions like “Get a job” or admonishments like “Don’t be a parasite.” It wasn’t until I was twenty-two that he said, “Be big” as fatherly advice on how to live with a broken […]
Isle Royale National Park begins to implement phased opening
Following guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Michigan Safe Start plan, and local public health authorities, Isle Royale is increasing boat access to the park. Beginning June 10, 2020, overnight anchoring for boats will be allowed in the Lake Superior waters of the park. Boaters need to get an anchoring permit in advance […]
Alternative 2 picked for Kimball Project
After weighing several alternatives for the Kimball Project and hearing from the public, Gunflint District Ranger Michael Crotteau selected Alternative 2, saying that course of action promises the best outcome for the public, the forest and the animals living there. “Alternative 2 will increase the long-term health and resiliency of the forest by moving toward landscape ecosystem objectives for age […]
Water advisory for Chicago Bay Boat Launch beach
On Tuesday, June 9 The Minnesota Department of Health put out a “Water Contact not Recommended” advisory for Hovland’s Chicago Bay Boat Launch beach. Elevated E. coli bacteria levels were identified from samples collected on June 8 that indicate the possible presence of fecal contamination. If anyone becomes ill after contact with the beach water, please contact the Minnesota Department […]
Cook County Law Enforcement briefs
It is the policy of the Cook County News-Herald to withhold the identities of individuals in Cook County Law Enforcement briefs. When court proceedings are complete, the Cook County News-Herald publishes a complete accounting of names and penalties in its Matters of Record. Monday, May 1111:27 a.m. North Road:Theft reported. Callersaid that packages havebeen getting stolen fromher mail box. About […]
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 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 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 […]
Need help with your taxes?
We will begin a new system of tax drop-off and tax return for Cook County residents starting on Tuesday, June 16, and continuing on Tuesdays thru mid July. You will be able to drop off or pick up your taxes at the 4H Log Cabin Building (Cook County Community Center in Grand Marais) from 8 a.m. to Noon and 1 […]
Support the Gunflint Trail Fire Department with shirts and masks
Without the Gunflint Trail Canoe Races or Mid-Trail Annual Quilt Raffle & Auction this summer, our Gunflint Trail Fire Department (GTFD), a 501(c)3 non-profit, faces a substantial financial shortfall. The Friends of Gunflint Trail Fire Department has several fund-raising activities scheduled throughout the summer. Kicking off the campaign is an online offer to purchase official “Gunflint Trail Safe Summer 2020” […]
Conservation Officer Tales
Although the Cook County News-Herald knows that the majority of sportsmen and women are law-abiding folks, there are a few that run afoul of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Conservation Officers. Periodically, the DNR provides a report of some of the miscreants the Conservation Officers (CO) have encountered. The News-Herald shares these stories as a reminder to all […]
Cook County Historical Society buys land in Cedar Grove business park
Ever since the basement of the Cook County Historical Museum experienced flooding in 2017 and 2018, the Cook County Historical Society (CCHS) board of directors has been looking for a new place to store treasured local artifacts. Along the way, items once kept in the basement are now temporarily housed in a variety of spaces, including former exhibits stored at […]