The pandemic has spurred many lifestyle changes and one of them has been that Americans have been adopting more puppies than ever. Tracking that information has been TOP Data Marketing Agency, a research-agency who collects and analyzes information and broadcast its findings via news media. Noting that National Dog Day was Friday August 26, a big day for dog owners, […]
Catlin Nicol Thomas back to perform in the area
Fans of Catlin Nicol-Thomas will get a chance to see this talented Nashville musician/singer/actor perform in the area. Every year after she finishes a family trip into the BWCA Catlin shows up and plays at different venues. Most times there isn’t much notice and folks don’t get a chance to come out and catch her act but this year there […]
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This chipmunk was sitting on ‘top of the world” or at least on the peak of a birdhouse when Paul Sundberg took this cute picture.
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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., $25 (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! Ruby’s Pantry West End Ruby’s Pantry […]
Volunteers needed at Chik-Wauk Museum & Nature Center
Chik-Wauk Museum & Nature Center needs volunteer help in the coming months before the end of the season. If you, a family member, or neighbor have time that could be spared to volunteer at Chik-Wauk Museum & Nature Center for a few hours it would be greatly appreciated. The outside window sashes of the Museum need to be scraped and […]
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!
Sundaes on Sunday for a good cause
Sunday, August 28, was warm, cloudy, and damp, but that didn’t stop folks from coming out to participate in the Care Partners fundraiser at Sydney’s Frozen Custard. The yearly event gives Care Partners a chance to tell people about the services they provide and present volunteer opportunities to people who come by to enjoy a sundae. For $5, people also […]
Tofte holds celebration of Tofte Town Park’s 100-year anniversary
On Sunday afternoon August 22 a large gathering came to Tofte park to celebrate the 100th anniversary of this lovely place by the shores of Lake Superior. Sarah Somnis a Tofte Township Supervisor along with board members Craig Horak and Sam Crowley invited the community to share in a dinner catered by Double D. Three years ago the old covered […]
The Skinner Family Closes on Acquisition of Big Snow Resort, Michigan
Charles Skinner, Jr. has completed the acquisition of the ski resort from Art Dumke. The purchase includes the two historic UP ski areas of Indianhead and Blackjack, plus restaurants, a hotel, and numerous guest service buildings. The resort name will transition to a new resort brand of Snowriver Mountain Resort, and the Blackjack and Indianhead base areas will be named […]
Vikings perform well in first scrimmage of the year
The Cook County High School Vikings football team participated in a scrimmage in Mountain Iron on Saturday, August 27. Scrimmages help coaches decide who will start, who is getting better, who is learning the schemes that will be used in varsity games. One of the big unknowns is who will emerge to play quarterback for the Vikings? Last season’s starter […]