Woods household residents were excited to gather for a good old-fashioned game of Bingo. When I told them, they could gather close together instead of the six foot two to a table rule for Bingo and all activities there was a clear “I’ll be there!” We had a grand game of Bingo like you’ve never seen. We wore colorful cowboy […]
Engagements
Josh McCormick, Grand Marais, originally from Ham Lake, Minnesota and Traci Landon, Thunder Bay, originally from Kenora, Ontario, announce their plans to be married. The couple were engaged on May 21, 2021. Joshua and Traci are hoping for a fall wedding depending on the international border restrictions. Said Joshua, “I plan on moving to Thunder Bay after receiving Canadian residency.”
What Do We Know About the Long-Term Side Effects of the COVID-19 Vaccines?
By Grace Grinager, Cook County Public Health Supervisor This article is the fifth in a series intended to give some local perspective on issues about COVID-19. They are also intended to help readers make an informed decision about the COVID-19 vaccines. We encourage suggestions for future topics and you can see how to do so at the end of the […]
Kari Berube earns Doctorate of Occupational Therapy
Kari Berube, a 2009 graduate of Cook County High School and daughter of Tom and Patty Nelson, Grand Marais, advanced her Master of Science (M.S.) in Occupational Therapy and graduated with a Doctorate of Occupational Therapy on May 20, 2021 from Mount Mary University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Historical Reflections
BUILDING SIDEWALKS IN 1937 How many people does it take to make a sidewalk? In 1937, it took quite a crew to build the sidewalk in front of what is now Joyne’s Ben Franklin Department store. Notice the business sign that says Grand Marais Ice Cream Store and also the sign that says Grand Marais State Bank. Photo courtesy of […]
Down Memory Lane
20 YEARS AGO JUNE 4, 2001 With still no answers from the Legislature as to how much funding the local school district will get next year, anxiety runs high about higher fuel costs and other unmanageable expenses thrust upon administrators. Little help is expected when the special session of the state Legislature finally does hammer out a budget this week. […]
What to know about updated mask guidance
Recently the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced that people who are fully vaccinated (two weeks past their last dose of COVID- 19 vaccine) no longer need to wear a mask most of the time (with exceptions for medical facilities, schools and mass transportation). The CDC made this decision because we continue to see more and more evidence that […]
Be bear aware for the summer
Hikers, campers and others recreating outdoors should be aware of bears when heading outdoors, whether for a quick hike or a longer camping trip. People can peacefully share the outdoors with bears by paying attention to where and when they are most likely to encounter bears. Black bears are naturally cautious animals that avoid human contact for their safety. However, […]
Grand Marais Rec park numbers up
Brian Larsen May business has been booming at the Grand Marais Rec Park, reports Parks and Recreation Director Dave Tersteeg. “Preliminary numbers suggest a revenue surge of 40 percent versus May 2019. We were effectively closed in May of 2020.” Tersteeg noted that several seasonal sites held by Canadians (who do not store their campers onsite) have been filled with […]