Every winter, bull moose shed their antlers and for some people like Crystal Clemons, spring is a great time to collect those treasures. “This is one my favorite things to do,” Crystal says..
County Board holds productive meeting
The county board’s March 9 meeting was highlighted by virtual meetings with State Senator Tom Bakk (O3, I) and Rep. Rob Ecklund (O3A). Due to the length of their comments and limited space this week, we will highlight that exchange in the next issue of the paper. County board business: – Commissioners approved the resignation of Michaela Clingman with regrets. […]
SBA extends disaster loan deferment period
If you received a Small Business Administration (SBA) disaster loan in the calendar year 2020, including a COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) the first payment has been extended from 12-months to 24-months from the date of the note. SBA disaster loans made in 2021 will have a first payment due date extended from 12 to 18 months from the […]
Cascade Vacation Rentals announces local change in ownership
Cascade Vacation Rentals, often referred to as CVR, has been an influential community leader in many different ways, including its deep reach into local, regional and statewide issues addressing community needs and economic development projects and ideas. CVR is on the cutting edge again. On Monday, March 8, 2021, Cascade Vacation Rentals announced a change in ownership for the first […]
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 […]
Pet of the Week
This is Yeager, a rescue dog from Ruffstart in Princeton, Minnesota. Ruffstart brings adoptable dogs and cats from overcrowded shelters in Texas to Minnesota where volunteers foster them for adoption. Over 3,000 pets were adopted last year alone. Yeager is a happy, super friendly new Cook County resident! Do you have a favorite pet photo you would like to share? […]
Grand Marais City Council approves supporting grant request
Can a detour sign or detour barrier become something of interest? Even entertaining? Artistic? The Grand Marais Art Colony, in collaboration with the Creative Economy Collaborative (CCE), thinks so. Ruth Pszwaro, Artistic Director for the Grand Marais Art Colony, appeared before the Grand Marais City Council on Wednesday, March 10, with a request for the city to act as a […]
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Recently a Northwestern college crew from Iowa visiting the Coldwater Foundation Camp on Mink Lake, came and donated their time and talents to help with the remodel of the former Grandma Ray’s restaurant that is being converted into a teen center for kids grades 6 through 12. The goal is to be open by summer, said Brad Shannon, who will […]
Serenity Garden welcomes spring
In 2019, a group of local women began working on a plan for a special garden. Their vision as gardeners and landscapers was to create a Serenity Garden, “a peaceful space in nature for reflection and healing,” at the North Shore Health campus in Grand Marais. In 2020, the Serenity Garden Committee (SGC) was formed in response to the hopes […]
Nordic skiers do well at Sections
Varsity skiers in the ten teams of Section 7 Nordic skiing converged on Giants Ridge March 3 for their Section Ski meet to determine who would advance to the State Meet. The beautiful sunshine was great for parents cheering their athletes, but a challenge for coaches and skiers trying to get the best wax for the snow conditions. When arriving […]