Kent Nerburn, a native of northern Minnesota and a doctor of religion/theology and art, has made a name for himself by his diligent efforts to sensitively navigate the communication gap between Native American and white cultures. Neither Wolf nor Dog is only one of several published books that are geared towards understanding Native American culture and conveying that understanding to... READ MORE >
The chief topic of discussion at the beginning of the Lutsen town meeting on January 19, 2016 was issues that might come up with the township phone service in emergency situations. Judy Sivertson from the Cook County sheriff ’s office explained the problem. Both True North Broadband and CenturyLink serve telephone customers in the Lutsen township, however, Sivertson explained that... READ MORE >
Stop by Papa Charlie’s at Lutsen Mountains on Saturday, February 6, 9:30 p.m. to hear a live performance by Cloud Cult. The experimental, alternative rock band will be performing in support of their upcoming album, The Seeker, which is coming out later in February. The performance may include a few songs from the upcoming album as well as other favorites.... READ MORE >
Chad Lewis, an author and paranormal researcher with a Master’s Degree in psychology, will be coming to the Grand Marais Public Library on Wednesday, January 27 at 6:00 p.m. to present on “the strange side of Grand Marais” and the rest of Minnesota. Lewis has been researching paranormal happenings and visiting the sites of unusual activity for over 20 years,... READ MORE >
Rain Elfvin, the newest owner of Lola’s Sweet Life Bakery, now Elfvin Bakery, has been in business just long enough to brave the latest of Cook County’s crazy tourist seasons. Despite the season’s frenetic tendencies, Elfvin said it was a good time to start because the higher demand on the bakery meant more financing. Prior to taking over, Elfvin had... READ MORE >
It’s been a busy year for Linda Garrity, the owner of Kah-Nee-Tah Gallery and Cottages, and her small cohort, including Danielle Fortin, operations and sales manager, Garrity’s 10-year-old daughter Sammie, and the official gallery greeter, their dog Ollie. Kah-Nee-Tah was formerly owned by Suellen Kruse and Jeanne Schlosser, who bought the property in 1989. Originally dubbed Moosehorn Cabins, it was... READ MORE >
A well-timed snowfall on Wednesday, December 16 set the scene for the Gondola Dedication Ceremony that took place two days later on Friday, December 18. Snow and ice, several inches thick, slid by beneath the signature red cars as the crowd of excited visitors enjoyed their first ride on the new gondola. Windows extending around each car’s circumference afforded a... READ MORE >
Having celebrated its one-year anniversary in June 2015, the independent nonprofit, Oddz & Endz, is a seemingly permanent asset to Cook County. I met with EvaLyn Carlson, who runs Oddz & Endz along with four other ladies, to hear the story of how the business came to be established. While Carlson admitted that there have been a few challenges connected... READ MORE >
A small group gathered on Friday, November 20 at Cook County High School to receive a tour of the new and improved Industrial Arts Shop. Including 3-D printers, welding booths, a laser cutter, and a wide array of other tools, the shop has come a long way. In addition to providing the tools, the high-ceilinged, spacious room is the ideal... READ MORE >
Another Empty Bowls event has come and gone with a host of wonderful volunteers pulling off an enjoyable and successful day. Walking among the tables after the first few guests had trickled in, I discovered there were quite a few regulars present. One pair of sisters informed me that this event was an annual get together for them. Another table... READ MORE >
