The weekend of Feb. 19-20 marked the last USSA (United States Ski and Snowboard Association) Region 1 Planet Cup race at Afton Alps in Afton, Minn. Ten-year-old Reilly Wahlers (J5) finished the season with a fourth place in her slalom, a second in giant slalom and fourth for the combined. The USSA Planet Cup race was introduced in 2003 as... READ MORE >
The McKnight Foundation invites nominations for the 2011 Virginia McKnight Binger Awards in Human Service. McKnight will recognize up to six Minnesotans who have demonstrated an exceptional personal commitment to helping others in their communities but who have received little or no public recognition. The awards, which were first presented in 1985, are named for Virginia McKnight Binger, the foundation’s... READ MORE >
Appetizers range from sweet and spicy to dippy and delicious! They come in all colors and textures; some are low calorie treats while others are decadent delights! One thing for sure, they’re always a hit for any kind celebration! Floyd “Pete” Pearson of Grand Marais will join WDSE Cooks host Juli Kellner for an all new “A” is for Appetizers... READ MORE >
An informational session about funding opportunities available in 2011 will be presented at 2 p.m. March 8 at East Bay Suites in Grand Marais. The Minnesota Council of Nonprofits – Northeast Chapter will share information about services they provide to nonprofits. At 3 p.m., Judy Poss will present “The Gift of Hospitality” regarding building relationships with donors. If you are... READ MORE >
Students in grades 4-7 are encouraged to join “Grandpa” David Hahn to learn the basics of pencil drawing in a fourweek class beginning March 1. Students will draw a variety of still life objects while working on different drawing techniques including 3D, realism, still life and landscape. The sessions are co-sponsored by Community Education and the Grand Marais Art Colony.... READ MORE >
Applications are now being accepted for Isle Royale National Park’s 2011 Artist- In-Residence Program. Superintendent Phyllis Green said the program provides artists the opportunity to become part of a long-established tradition of interpreting the national parks through works of art. The program is open to professional artists whose work can be inspired by the park’s unique character. The program offers... READ MORE >
Dylan Days of Hibbing announces its 2011 B.J. Rolfzen Memorial writing contest for poetry and short fiction. All fiction will be judged in one category; poetry will be judged in a student division and an open division for all other poets. Winners of the contest will be published in the Talkin’ Blues journal and official Dylan Days program and receive... READ MORE >
The snow and cold of a Minnesota winter generally make this time of the year a better and safer time to burn brush piles. When there is less than three inches of snow cover, open burning permits are required by law. In communities that regulate open burning, permits are generally required year-round regardless of the weather conditions. Property owners should... READ MORE >
As one of his final acts, former Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Commissioner Mark Holsten selected a vibrant logo design to identify all projects funded by the Clean Water, Land and Legacy Amendment. The selected logo was designed by Bernadette Stephenson of St. Cloud. “The decision was tough because we had so many great entries to consider,” said Holsten.... READ MORE >
Not every bird species migrates from Minnesota to warmer climates down south before winter sets in; some stay behind. What can be done to help these brave birds survive winter? An easy plan for winter bird feeding is to provide three main choices of food: large seeds, small seeds and suet. Black-oil sunflower seeds and cardinal mixes have the greatest... READ MORE >
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