Applications for Isle Royale National Park’s 2022 Teen Artist Exploration will be accepted between January 2 and February 16, 2022. This artistic discovery is geared to all aspiring teen artists who want to develop their art through experiencing wilderness, and is open to all visual and performing artists, writers, and composers ages 13 to 18 at time of participation. Elisha […]
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Ruby’s Pantry Cook County Ruby’s Pantry, 2nd Tuesday of the month food distribution 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m., $22 (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 […]
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A deer wakes from a nap in a bed made of snow. Deer have winter coats made up of hollow hairs that trap air and help insulate them from the cold of winter.
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Pine Martin Pete stands tall on two feet to get a better lay of the land. Because his shadow is apparent, does this mean we will get at least six more weeks of winter? Or is this tradition reserved only for Punxsutawney Phil, the Pennsylvania groundhog?
Pet of the Week
Do you have a favorite pet photo you would like to share? Tell us a little about your pet and send pictures and contact information to ccnh@boreal.org or Cook County News Herald, PO Box 757, Grand Marais MN 55604. Thank you!
Boys take first win of the season
Playing away over the holiday’s, the Cook County Boys’ basketball team played an exciting game against the Mille Lacs co-op Lisle/Onamia boys’ basketball team on December 29. It was in a game that featured some great defense and clutch shooting by Paul Dorr. Trailing much of the way, a determined group of Vikings had to fight hard to catch up […]
Entry fees increase on January 1 ahead of 2022 Grandma’s Marathon weekend
Record Registration Pace Continues in Return to Full Capacity WeekendRegistration remains on a record pace ahead of the 46th annual Grandma’s Marathon weekend in June, and entry fees will now increase starting on January 1, 2022. More than 16,000 people have already signed up for one of the weekend’s three races, which are Grandma’s Marathon, the Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon, and the William A. Irvin 5K. There are approximately […]
Girls fall to Two Harbors
With a little over four minutes left in the game the Vikings were down 12 points but looked to be on a comeback. Back-to-back baskets by MaKenzie Fairbanks and Rhonnie Poyirier and a nice defensive play by Anna Hay to prevent an Agate lay-up gave the Vikings the ball and Viking’s fans had hope. Unfortunately, the Vikings failed to score […]
Norpine Fat Bike Classic is back featuring New Full Moon Tour
Registration is now open for the Norpine Fat Bike Classic, which will return to Lutsen for its sixth year with events beginning Saturday, January 15, 2022, and culminating with races on Saturday, January 29. Hosted by the Superior Cycling Association, all events are held on the Norpine Cross-Country Trails, which take riders through stands of old-growth cedars on Pisten Bully-groomed […]
Boys fall to Two Harbors
Freshman guard Denali Blackwell led a young Cook County Vikings team with 20 points and four rebounds, but it wasn’t enough to overcome a seasoned Two Harbor’s Agate team who defeated the Vikings 80-46 on Monday, January 3. The game was played in Grand Marais in the Pam Taylor gymnasium. Two Harbors got to the basket often, breaking the Viking’s […]