I hate to be indelicate, but it’s high time that we all wipe more responsibly. Yup. I mean our bottoms. The NRDC (Natural Resources Defense Council) recently published their annual survey on the sustainability of toilet paper brands, and it opened my eyes. (Google Issue With Tissue 2022 to check it out.) I had no idea that most of our […]
Pump it up! Because strength training is for everyone
Building muscle mass is about more than just looking buff or opening jars. Whether you refer to this process as strength training, resistance training, or weight lifting, the benefits are surprisingly wide-ranging: Reduced amounts of abdominal fat. Improved cardiovascular health and reduced cancer risk. Better blood sugar control. Reduce the chance of injuries, while improving flexibility and mobility. Prevention and […]
Ski report
Unlike some winters, cross country and downhill skiers have been blessed with an abundance of snow this winter to ply their sports. That said, Lutsen Mountains is reporting great downhill skiing. For a full report on what hills are open, please go to the Lutsen Mountains website. Nordic skiers have over 350 miles of groomed ski trails to choose from […]
Viking’s girls’ basketball team plays in Ely Holiday Tournament, wins first game
The Viking’s girls’ basketball team squared off against two opponents in the Ely Holiday tournament. Both games came on Wednesday, December 28. Up first was a game against Carlton. The girl’s got off to a great start, leading the Bulldogs 32-19 at the half. Carlton scored 25 on the second half but the Vikings held on to take the 51-44 […]
Nicklow graduates from UMD
Alexander Nicklow, resident of Lutsen, graduated from the University of Minnesota-Duluth in December with a Bachelor of Arts degree, majoring in History, and with a minor in Political Science. Alex will be working at YMCA Camp Menogyn as a wilderness guide and sled dog musher this winter, and plans to continue working for Camp Menogyn as a summer wilderness guide […]
Grand Marais City Council sets 2023 levy
Grand Marais City Councilors held their last meeting of the year on December 28 to set the final levy for the year, collectible in 2023 upon the taxable property in the City of Grand Marais for the following purposes: Revenue $748,995.88; PFA Water 2004 $34,703.79; G.O. Refunding EDA 2019A $59,430.00; G.O. Refunding 2021A $84,718.50 for a total of $1,046,936.08. When […]
Commissioners support grant applications for Gunflint Trail improvements
Cook County Highway Engineer Robert (Robbie) Hass appeared before the Cook County Commissioners at the board’s December 20 meeting and made several requests. First, Hass asked commissioners to pass a resolution allowing the highway department to act as a sponsoring agency for the Gunflint Trail Multi-use Trail seeking TA Program funds. Sponsorship includes that the county would share in the […]
West End Township supervisor, filing for elections begins
If you live in the township of Lutsen, Tofte, or Schroeder and want to run for a township position, now is your chance. The cost to file for all townships is $2 and is non-refundable. Lutsen has a three-year Supervisor position and a two-year Treasurer position on the ballot. The sign-up period to run in Lutsen began December 30 and […]
DNR offers new addition to annual Roundtable event
For the first time, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ Roundtable — an annual gathering of conservation partners to discuss fisheries, wildlife, and ecological and water resource topics — will include an open registration opportunity for what has historically been an invitation-only event. The 2023 DNR Roundtable is scheduled for Friday, January 20. The opportunity to register for one of […]