Beth Ann Johnson, Duluth, the Council Program Coordinator for Arrowhead Regional Quality Council, a program of The Arc, was in town on Tuesday, June 20, to meet with folks from Birchwood Apartments, and she had some news to share. “One Roof Community Housing will be the new owner of Birchwood Apartments at the end of this month,” said Johnson. One... READ MORE >
When the staff at Tasting Table, a digital media company that focusses on food and drink, was asked to name their favorite donut and where it was made in the US, the Powdered Sugar Cake Donuts at World’s Best Donuts made the list, although the Grand Marais donut bakery might have had an in. Sarah O’Phelan, now living in Denver... READ MORE >
Starting at the U.S. Port of Entry Pigeon River border crossing in Grand Portage, Cook County Law Enforcement and friends carried the Flame of Hope to Grand Marais and then through Cook County last Monday, June 19, passing the torch to fellow law enforcement in Lake County. Taking part in the run was Paul Spry (Cook County Sheriff ’s Office),... READ MORE >
Elisha Barno was in his usual place at the 47th running of Grandma’s Marathon when he crossed the finish line in first with a time of two hours, nine minutes, and 14 seconds at the 47th running of Grandma’s Marathon, taking his fifth win. Barno, 37, led four other Kenyans who swept the top five places on a day that... READ MORE >
The Vikings senior legion team led 1-0 after one inning of play in their match against Moose Lake/ Barnum (MLB) played on Thursday, June 15 at home. However, after two scoreless innings the Vikings added a run and MLB pushed two runs across the plate to tie the game. Neither team scored in the fifth or sixth as the pitcher’s... READ MORE >
Edmund (E.J.) Isaac said it was like leaving family when after 12 years, he left his position as a fish and wildlife biologist for the Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa to accept the job as the new Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) fisheries supervisor position in Grand Marais. E.J. just started his DNR fisheries supervisor job in... READ MORE >
Seven-year-old Bock hot water heaters are two years past their “useful life” and need to be replaced, North Shore Hospital Administrator Kimber Wraalstad told the hospital board. Addressing the hospital board at the May meeting, Administrator Kimber Wraalstad told the board that beginning in late 2022 or early 2023, the hospital had been experiencing irregular error codes with the water... READ MORE >
Big Water Jewelry & Gifts in Lutsen has a lot to like and a lot to offer. The display cases each have a different theme. The art on the walls and displays laid out on tables are elegant and interesting. It’s a fun store to peruse and shop, and owner/operator Kathryn Hatopp has a wealth of information to share if... READ MORE >
An Old Time Dance Party is coming to the Covill Town Hall on Saturday, July 15 at 7 p.m. Bring some rhythm and comfortable shoes. The cost is $5 per person but kids 12 and under can come free as long as they are accompanied by an adult. If you are not sure you know what Old Time Dancing is... READ MORE >
Praise for recently retired Joan Gardner-Goodno’s work as executive director of the Lloyd K. Johnson Foundation was enthusiastic and heartfelt as seven people came forward to thank her for her dedication and kindness shown to Cook County residents, in particular to the county’s children, on Thursday, June 1 at a celebration dedicated to Joan held at the North House Folk... READ MORE >
