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Klobuchar receives 2010 Highway Safety Award

Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety presented U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar with the 2010 Highway Safety Leader Award for her commitment and contributions to advancing highway and auto safety. “We need to create a culture of safety for young drivers,” said Klobuchar. “Taking steps to remove dangerous distractions and help drivers mature while gaining experience will make the roads safer... READ MORE >

Monroe Crossing at ACA July 10

The North Shore Music Association will host an evening of music with celebrated bluegrass band Monroe Crossing, Saturday July 10 at the Arrowhead Center for the Arts. Named in honor of Bill Monroe, “The Father of Bluegrass Music,” Monroe Crossing dazzles audiences with an electrifying blend of classic bluegrass, bluegrass gospel, and heartfelt originals. Their airtight harmonies, razor sharp arrangements,... READ MORE >

Solid Rock Singers to perform at Bethlehem Lutheran

Solid Rock Singers come to Bethlehem-twice! Solid Rock Singers, a high-energy youth music ministry group from Coon Rapids United Methodist Church will appear in concert at Bethlehem Lutheran Church on Wednesday, July 14 at 6:30 p.m. and returning to lead worship on Sunday, July 18 at 9:30 a.m. Solid Rock Singers is comprised of approximately 50 members in the age... READ MORE >

Arts Festival returns July 9 – 11

The Grand Marais Arts Festival kicks off on Friday, July 9 and continues through the weekend with an amazing mix of art, music, theater, and more. This year’s Arts Festival will offer 60 artist’s booths, live music with Michael Monroe, Briand Morrison and others, family storytelling with Rose Arrowsmith Decoux, a staged sword fight scene from the Grand Marais Playhouse’s... READ MORE >

Library Friends will be at the Arts Festival this year

y Since Library Friends received some r especially nice art and art-related books n this year, we felt it made sense to bring d them before a group that could truly appreciate them. Naturally, we thought of d the Art Colony’s Arts Festival. So Library h Friends and these fine books will be for r sale at the Arts Festival... READ MORE >

Who should be 2010 Citizen of the Year?

Once again the Cook County Lions Club is seeking nominations for two very special awards—Cook County Citizen of the Year and Cook County Senior Citizen of the Year 2010. Nominations are sought for individuals who have made Cook County a better place to live. Last year’s recipients were Citizen of the Year Dick Parker and Senior Citizens of the Year... READ MORE >

Don’t let hitchhikers catch a ride on your boat or trailer

Boating and fishing on lakes and rivers is a treasured Minnesota pastime. Protecting these lakes and rivers from invasive plants and animals requires us all to use extra care when hauling boats from one lake to another this summer, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR). Aquatic invaders such as zebra mussels and Eurasian watermilfoil threaten our valuable... READ MORE >

Canoe racing tradition continues July 21

A tradition for over 30 years, the Gunflint Trail Canoe Races will offer an evening of Northwoods fun on Wednesday, July 21. The Gunflint Lodge waterfront will be buzzing with activity starting at 4 p.m. with food, games, socializing and of course—canoe racing. Leading up to the Canoe Races, organizers have been busily devising interesting events, such as minnow races,... READ MORE >

Host families sought for exchange program

A nonprofit exchange program is inviting Cook County families to host international exchange students for the 2010-2011 school year. The teenage students come from over 30 countries and attend local high schools. The students have their own spending money and insurance. Host families are responsible for meals, a place to sleep and a nurturing environment. STS Foundation has a local... READ MORE >

Lutsen Resort readies for birthday gala

Lutsen Resort’s kickoff event was a lot of fun as three chefs from well-known Minneapolis restaurants (La Belle Vie, Sea Change and The Barrio Tequila Bar) joined Chef Rob Wells and Sous Chef Henry for a Friday night Tapas and wine tasting and a Saturday night sixcourse wine dinner. Robert McPherson popped the cork at the Saturday night event, which... READ MORE >