Brad and Brooke Shannon have begun to repurpose the former Grandma Ray’s restaurant and turn that space into a teen center. “We’re hoping for a summer start,” said Brad. Over the last year the Shannon’s have looked at buying a lot in the business park and building a teen center but when the restaurant became available, it turned out to […]
Workforce grant helps Minnesotans affected by the opioid crisis
The pandemic has upended many people’s lives, exacerbating a ongoing public health crisis that existed before the pandemic and continues to impact thousands of Minnesotans. The opioid crisis hasn’t gone away – and now Minnesota has more resources to help those both directly and indirectly affected by opioid addiction. This month, the U.S Department of Labor awarded the Minnesota Department […]
Project Blue Light honored front line workers
It’s winter, and some call it the “Blue Season.” So why not make it blue? But in a positive way. From January 24-31, folks in the Northland showed their support for front line workers by illuminating landmarks, houses, and businesses with blue lights. Project Blue Light was a way to show appreciation to all of those people who have worked […]
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 […]
Public Library hosts winter reading program
The Grand Marais Public Library’s winter reading program, “Get Your Hands on a Good Book,” is running now through March 26, 2021. Kids of all ages can choose a timed reading log or a book title log, and materials can be mailed or prepared for pick-up at the library. Participants can earn a coupon for a free book from Drury […]
Pet of the Week
“The Girls” If you keep chickens or other birds, you know they have personalities. There is a true pecking order in a group of chickens and they can be mean sometimes. But this beautiful chicken represents Ms. Belle’s “Girls,” a group of chickens that loved to be held and petted. These creatures seemed genuinely happy to see you when it […]
County begins vaccinating residents age 65 and older
On February 1, officials from the Cook County Emergency Operations Center and Public Health announced that county residents age 70 or older would receive the COVID- 19 vaccine beginning this week, at the Cook County Community Center. “As a part of our phased approach to community vaccination, we are excited to begin offering vaccine to county residents age 70 or […]
First Nordic meet of the season for Cook County skiers
It was a crisp clear day, the kind with intense sun, sparkling snow, bright blue skies, and air so frosty your eyeballs freeze between blinks. High school and middle school athletes from across the Arrowhead region gathered for another Nordic ski race. Ely’s Hidden Valley Trail System was the perfect place to host a ski meet during the pandemic, as […]
Viking boys fall to Two Harbors Agates
Two Harbors was too much for the boys’ basketball team, taking a 72-32 win on the Agates’ home floor. The game was played Friday, January 29. The Viking girls’ game was cancelled. Cook County and Two Harbors were even at 6-6 when the Agates started to pull away. The Vikings trailed 27-16 midway in the first half and then, behind […]
Church Cookbooks
I was dusting my bookcase in a rare fit of cleaning when an old cookbook caught my eye. I pulled it from the shelf for a good look. Tattered and torn, with the back cover missing, the red bow and pine cone artwork adorning its front cover hinted of former glory. The title, Our Best to You, was proudly displayed […]