The sinking of the Indonesian submarine 502 on April 21, 2021, and the breakup of the vessel and death of 53 crew members highlights the hazards of operating in the oceans. The 502 sinking brings back memories of the sinking and destruction of the USS Thresher on April 10, 1963, off the New England coast with the loss of 129 […]
Writer thanks local faith leaders for their work over the past year
I want to take a moment to recognize and thank our local faith communities for the work that they have done to keep our community safe during this last year. So many in Cook County have worked hard to bring us where we are today, and we have been able to recognize many. This is a group that deserves the […]
ARAC looking for board members
The Arrowhead Regional Arts Council is looking for individuals with knowledge of the arts, artists, artists from communities of color, arts supporters/collectors, or individuals working in and with knowledge of the regional arts community. The Council acts as the Board of Directors for the Arts Council, sets policy, and helps review grants. Council members must reside in one of the […]
Correction
In last week’s paper it was reported that Erika Ternes was the bell ringer for the ordination of William (Bill) Beckstrand at Trinity Lutheran Church in Hovland. Instead, it was Erika and Cooper Terne’s daughter, Eva, who was the bell ringer. The Cook County News-Herald apologizes for the error.
Meet our contributing photographers
The Cook County News-Herald is thrilled to announce that a group of great local amateur and professional photographers have agreed to submit pictures to the newspaper for your enjoyment. We will introduce these men and women over the next few weeks so you can get to know who is behind the camera. Some of these photographers have excellent websites with […]
Our Home, The Blue Marble
Earth Day may have seemed a little different this year, but that does not mean that we should discontinue our work to help the planet. This year there were many virtual Earth Day programs hosted by climate organizations, but still, as individuals, we can take a walk-through town with an eye open for trash collecting in the gutters. Action is […]
Can’t We All Just Get Along?
On March 3, 1991, Rodney Glen King was beaten by LAPD officers after a high-speed chase during his arrest for drunk driving and driving while intoxicated on I-210. The four officers involved in the arrest were charged with use of excessive force and tried. Of these, three were acquitted, and the jury failed to reach a verdict on one charge […]
Delores Ellen
(Helm) RakDelores Ellen (Helm) Rak, age 92, died peacefully on April 16, 2021. Delores was raised in Columbia Heights, Minnesota, graduating from high school with the class of 1946. She married John Rak (who died in 1989) in 1950. They raised seven loving children who survive her: Janet Rak, Kathy DeLeon (Joe), Annette McEnelly (Mike), Diane Kleszyk (Dave), Jeff Rak (Paula), […]
Shirley M. Hewitt
Shirley M. Hewitt, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend, died Wednesday, April 21, 2021, in Grand Marais, Minnesota at age 96, after a long and wonderful life. She is survived by her four children, and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildern. Due to Covid restrictions, no services are scheduled at this time.