Should the library hold a drag queen story hour?

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The Grand Marais Public Library is once again part of the planning and/or sponsoring of a drag queen story hour. In previous communication with the library board and staff, the library has justified their support of such events by stating that a drag queen story hour aligns with the library’s mission and priorities of “serving underprivileged communities” to include the […]

World’s Best Donuts announces exciting book launch event 11 a.m. June 2 on National Donut Day to celebrate publishing “The Donut Lady & The World’s Best Pet Chicken”.

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“The Donut Lady & The World’s Best Pet Chicken” is the newest book published by Minnesota Children’s Press about the endearing charms of Cook County life. Written by the late Merieta Altrichter, founder of the beloved World’s Best Donut Shop, it was illustrated after Merieta passed away in 2008 by her daughter, Donna Wilson, of Grand Marais, and tells the […]

Weekly Weather

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Kay Spielman

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Kay Spielman, age 47, of Tofte, Minnesota, died on Saturday, May 6th at Essentia Health St Mary’s Medical Center in Duluth, Minnesota as the result of injuries sustained in an accident. Kay Marie, the oldest daughter of Mark and Jenifer (Thompson) Spielman, was born on August 24, 1975, in Ada, Minnesota. She was baptized and confirmed in her faith at […]

Kostya Allan Senty

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Kostya Allan Senty, 34, passed away in his home on May 12, 2023. Visitation for Kostya will be held Monday May 22, 2023, in the Breyley Suite of Mount Olivet Funeral Home from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. A funeral service will be held Tuesday May 23, 2023, at Mount Olivet Chapel at 12:00 p.m. Interment to follow immediately after […]

David Ray Brown

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David Ray Brown, 75, of Wrenshall passed away on Monday, May 22, 2023, in Viewcrest Nursing Home in Duluth. David was born on March 19, 1948, in Superior, Wisconsin, to Horace and Betty Mae Brown. He was raised and attended school in Superior, graduating in 1966. David joined the Marine Corps after high school, serving his country for six years. […]

Historical Reflections

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SUMMER FUN IN GRAND MARAIS These postcards are probably from the 1950s, judging from the vehicles in the Tourist Park. The Tourist Park welcomed campers using trailers and tents. The Grand Marais harbor seems to welcome different styles of boats too. These postcards are from Ed Hedstrom’s family collection.

Down Memory Lane

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Early fishing safety

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This year, we have gone immediately from winter to semi-spring, to summer, back to spring, and now we are moving towards summer again. The glorious time of year that many wait for is the Minnesota fishing opener, and each fisher-person longs for open water so they can get to their favorite lake. This is a very dangerous time of year […]

Cook County Public Health and Human Services releases a request for proposals for the 2024 Public Health Fund

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Cook County Public Health and Human Services (PHHS) issues a Request for Proposals (RFP) through the Public Health Fund. To be considered for the Public Health Fund, applicants should align their requests with goals identified through the Cook County Community Health Assessment and Improvement Plan. Areas that align with these goals are: Access to specialty medical services Behavioral health Safe […]