In addition to attending interesting newspaper related workshops and enjoying the opportunity to interact with news industry colleagues at the Minnesota Newspaper Association (MNA) Convention in Bloomington, MN on January 28-29, several Cook County News-Herald staffers were on hand at a Thursday night banquet to see Jane Howard receive a first place award in the 2009-2010 MNA Better Newspaper Contest.... READ MORE >
The trail was fast and icy for the 27th running of the John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon January 31 – February 3, 2010, offering challenges for experienced and novice racers alike. Nathan Schroeder of Chisholm held the lead throughout the race and crossed the finish line at Billy’s in Duluth a few minutes after 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 3.... READ MORE >
The Cook County Community Center was a busy place before and during the Republican Party Caucus on Tuesday, February 2, 2010. Local GOP party leaders had to wait for Tai Chi classes to end to set up chairs for the 22 citizens who came out to participate in grass roots government. Curlers in Tuesday night league went about their business... READ MORE >
Although the Cook County – Grand Marais Economic Development Authority is struggling to fund its operations, the EDA board is unanimous in its support of the housing program created in 2007. At the January 26, 2010 special meeting to discuss EDA finances, County Commissioner Bob Fenwick asked if the housing coordinator program is important and if it is self-sustaining. The... READ MORE >
I used to be a much more organized person. I jokingly blame the chaotic condition of my desk and countertops on the fact that I reside in the unorganized tax district of Grand Marais. But truthfully, it’s just that I no longer have the time and energy to keep up with filing. Years ago, I made a fresh start on... READ MORE >
Once again the cost of Tofte Rescue Squad operations was a topic of much discussion at a Tofte meeting. On Thursday, January 14, Supervisor Paul James reported on the meeting with Schroeder representatives regarding rescue squad expenses and how they could be shared between the neighboring towns. “We looked at everything from soup to nuts,” said James. “We came up... READ MORE >
After the unexpected misfire of a round and subsequent explosion at the 2009 Independence Day fireworks display in Tofte, there was doubt as to whether the pyrotechnics event could take place in 2010. At the January 14 town meeting, Supervisor Paul James said he may have good news for community members who enjoy fireworks at the Tofte Park each year.... READ MORE >
For several weeks, North Shore residents have watched as John Amren, owner of Superior Coastal Sports in downtown Grand Marais, closed down his coffee shop and sold off his climbing and kayaking gear. Everyone wondered what was going to happen to the tall green building next to the Whole Foods Co-op. Last week the Cook County News-Herald had the opportunity... READ MORE >
A meeting to discuss the fiscal troubles of the Cook County – Grand Marais Economic Development Authority (EDA) was held on Tuesday, January 26, 2010. No immediate solution to the EDA’s financial woes was found and another meeting was planned to bring EDA stakeholders together to decide the future of the organization. EDA Chair Mike Littfin called the meeting to... READ MORE >
Chuck and I went for our first snowmobile ride of the year on Friday, January 22. With the weather forecast predicting rain, we wanted to get at least one ride in before rain came and melted away what little snow we had. Fortunately that was not the case—the rain fell, but it was followed by snow. A dusting near Lake... READ MORE >
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