The ideas behind Black Lives Matter (BLM) are not new. BLM is a continuation of the civil rights movement—it just has a newer name and a more visible presence. Those of us who support BLM generally believe that it’s up to all of us to understand the history of racism, and to work together to figure out how to stop […]
Are you envious because I’m generous?
I choose to give to this last the same as I give to you. Am I not allowed to do what I choose with what belongs to me? Or are you envious because I am generous? So the last will be first, and the first will be last. Matthew 20: 14-16 Jesus shares a parable in Matthew’s gospel about a […]
Historical Reflections
1905 FASHION: DRESSY CLOTH COSTUMES The gown on the left is of soft cloth trimmed with applications and bands of the same cloth. The other gown is soft cloth and cashmere. The corsage is covered with two bretelles (suspenders or braces) on each side, meeting at the waist.
Down Memory Lane
20 YEARS AGOSEPTEMBER 25, 2000 As happens with all good things, Cook County High School’s winning streak of 34 football games came to an end September 15 with a 13-12 loss to Nashwauk. The Cook County Board gave the go-ahead to a proposed 49-unit residential development in Lutsen September 19, voting that there have already been sufficient studies to ensure […]
Meet Paula Marie Powell, candidate for the open District 1 Cook County commissioner seat
When Cook County Commissioner Robert (Bobby) Deschampe was elected to be the Grand Portage Tribal Chair, he decided he couldn’t do both jobs, so he decided to give up his commissioner position. There was more than one year left on his term. Following state guidelines, the District 1 commissioner post must be filled in February 2021 through a special election. […]
Folks gather to mourn the loss and celebrate the life of Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Organized by Arrowhead Indivisible, as one of many nationwide vigils to honor the life, work, and legacy of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, nearly 40 people gathered on the steps of the Cook County Court House on the afternoon of Saturday, September 19. Masks were required. Physical distancing was required. Pat Campanaro read a tribute to the “Notorious RBG,” […]
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
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 surplus food for all! Cook County Higher Education Career training […]
Lindsey Gau announces she is running for the ISD 166 school board as a write-in candidate
Hello, Cook County Community and fellow District 4 residents. My name is Lindsey Gau and I am running as a write-in candidate for the District 4 ISD 166 School Board position in the election this fall. I want to introduce myself and share why I would be a good addition to the school board. I moved to Cook County over […]
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Cars were lined up for hundreds of yards as people waited to get their annual flu shot at the Grand Marais Fire Hall on September 15. The drive-up clinic accepted two cars at a time. People never left their vehicles during the process as COVID-19 rules were followed to the letter. All told, 359 people received a vaccination that day. […]