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Two curious bull moose stop browsing to see who is taking their picture. When they see it is their favorite outdoor photographer David Johnson, they pose nicely before eating again.
Grand Marais Planning Commission okays zoning change for 12 acres of land in Creechville
A request by the Cook County Housing and Redevelopment Authority (H.R.A.) to have approximately 12 acres of land in Creechville rezoned for residential brought out supporters and concerned citizens opposed to the proposal. All of them got a chance to speak at the Grand Marais Planning Commission meeting held on Wednesday, February 15. The City of Grand Marais sold the […]
Meet Laura Durenberger, Boreal Access editor
Laura Durenberger has a busy job, well two really if you count being a mother and a wife. As the editor of Boreal Access News, she compiles a wide-ranging amount of reading material for folks to peruse, as well as writes some terrific stories. So, who is Laura Durenberger? The Cook County News-Herald reached out, and, yes, she’s as interesting […]
Cleveland-Cliffs announces plans to reopen Babbitt and Silver Bay facilities Brian Larsen
State Representative Roger Skraba, R-Ely, and Senator Grant Hauschild (DFL-Hermantown ) issued statements following the news that Cleveland-Cliffs had started calling back workers to reopen the company mine in Babbitt and processing plant in Silver Bay in early April. The Peter Mitchell mine in Babbitt and the processing plant in Silver Bay were closed because Cleveland-Cliffs said it didn’t need […]
Dispatcher Dilemma: Who are you going to call?
I’m back folks! Lindsay Mielke here with the Cook County Sheriff ’s Office, Lead Dispatcher at our PSAP (Public Safety Answering Point). Another year has come and gone and the outlook for our profession is still at a critical need across the Country. It has been interesting having this conversation with my counterparts across Minnesota. We are all worried on […]
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When it comes to making snow sculptures, the Hofeldt family takes the art to a whole other level. “My family had the best time making this giant snow sculpture at the top of our driveway on Valentine’s Day, given the perfect packing snow conditions after that rain,” said Andrea Hofeldt. The Hofeldts live up the Gunflint Trail at Loon Lake […]
Nao Trinidad is looking for volunteers to sail on board as crew members
Do you want to sail on board of the one most famous ship in history, and living a live experience? You cannot miss the opportunity offered from the Nao Trinidad, the main ship of Magellan´s fleet. Now we are offering to participate as volunteers on board The Nao Trinidad. She is a museum ship traveling the world doing international tours, […]
Orkestar Bez Ime concert and educational program
The North Shore Music Association welcomes COMPAS Teaching Artists Orkestar Bez Ime on March 24, to usher in spring on the north shore with exhilarating music and cultural learning. For the past two decades, Orkestar Bez Ime (“band without a name”) has shared Balkan and Romany music, culture, dance, and history with audiences and classrooms across the U.S. Inspired by […]
Meet your District 1 Cook County Commissioner this Saturday!
If you have questions or concerns about county government, you are invited to meet with District 1 Cook County Commissioner Deb White at 10 a.m. at the Hovland Town hall this Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023. Donuts and coffee will be served. On hand will be Cook County Highway Engineer Robbie Hass who will talk about upcoming plans for the county’s […]