Catching fish is a little bit like catching butterflies. First, you have to know where to find them. Next, you must use some stealth, or they will get away from you. Last, when you think you’ve finally corralled one, they slip by your net and you start again, excited, and ready for more action. The only difference of course, is... READ MORE >
It’s been a deadly start to the open-water season in Minnesota. As of June 16, as many as nine people have been victims of boating fatalities. That number, which is preliminary, marks the most fatalities at this point of the year in more than a decade. In addition, a higher than-average number of people have drowned at places like beaches... READ MORE >
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is seeking volunteers to help monitor the loon population in Cook and Lake counties in northeastern Minnesota. Volunteers are needed for one day during the July 2-12 monitoring period to count the number of adult and juvenile loons on pre-selected lakes. For the past 20 years, with the assistance of hundreds of volunteer observers,... READ MORE >
Are you a Lake Superior property owner experiencing erosion? Are you unsure of what steps to take or who to contact about this problem? Cook and Lake County Soil & Water Conservation Districts (SWCD) will host a virtual workshop presented by FreshWater Engineering to learn about Lake Superior coastal processes, shoreline erosion, and steps you can take to protect your... READ MORE >
Is your yard or campsite attractive to bears? Bears rely on small, scattered patches of natural foods: specific types of young green vegetation in spring; certain species of ants and ant pupae in June; berries in summer; and nuts in fall. If bears can get concentrated, high-calorie, easily accessible foods around people’s homes and campsites, they are easily enticed away... READ MORE >
The Cook County Pride Committee has announced that the Pride celebration is making a return after a year off. This year’s theme “Celebrate in Solidarity,” highlights the joy of embracing and affirming those we love after the long darkness of the pandemic. Please join Cook County citizens, business owners, families, clergy members, public servants, artists, and elected officials on Saturday,... READ MORE >
In an effort to strengthen connections with members and enhance member services, the Cook County Chamber of Commerce has named Lisa Bauer to the new, part-time position of Member Relations Manager, Chamber Executive Director Jim Boyd has announced. “We are very fortunate to have Lisa join the Chamber team,” Boyd said. “She is a thorough professional and will bring a... READ MORE >
Member-owners of Arrowhead Cooperative gathered for the Cooperative’s Annual Meeting on Saturday, June 5, 2021. The meeting was held outside on the ISD 166 football field for the first time, and beautiful weather and a great turnout made the event a success. During the meeting, CEO John Twiest presented highlights from the 2019 and 2020 Co-op’s financial reports since an... READ MORE >
The Cook County Highway Department has lifted all seasonal load restrictions, and all gravel roads will be open to legal haulers. Cook County thanks everyone for their patience while conditions were monitored throughout the spring season. Seasonal load restrictions are put into place to protect roads from damage or failure during the spring thaw when melting snow and rain can... READ MORE >
Arrowhead Library System (ALS) now offers free access to the popular Creativebug online resource for patrons residing in Carlton, Cook, Itasca, Koochiching, Lake, Lake of the Woods and St. Louis counties. Enjoy unlimited access to more than 1,000 award-winning arts and crafts video classes taught by recognized design experts and artists. There are creative projects for every occasion with downloadable... READ MORE >
