Microsoft Word is the world’s leading word-processing and text-editing software. It is a powerful software with a wealth of advanced formatting features. Many users, however, never progress beyond basic use of Word, leaving them unable to take advantage of the software’s productivity-enhancing capabilities. In many cases, this lack of familiarity with Word’s full range of options leaves users frustrated and... READ MORE >
The search is on for Minnesota’s outstanding senior volunteer. The “Salute to Senior Service” program, sponsored by Home Instead, Inc., the franchisor of the Home Instead Senior Care network, honors the contributions of adults 65 and older who give at least 15 hours a month of volunteer service to their favorite causes. Nominations for outstanding senior volunteers will be accepted... READ MORE >
Cook County Law Enforcement was paged at 7:35 p.m. on Saturday, February 23 to respond to a call of a skier found “unresponsive” on a Gunflint Trail cross country ski trail. Dan Bauman, owner of Golden Eagle Lodge, found the skier near Bearskin Lodge, on Logging Camp Road and Beaver Dam Trail, about five kilometers from his resort. A Cook... READ MORE >
Sivertson Gallery opens its 13th Annual Inuit Premiere in Grand Marais with a screening of the documentary Kinngait: Riding Light Into The World at 7 p.m. Friday, March 15. On Saturday, March 16, the eagerly anticipated Kattajjak: Nunavik-style Throat- Singers Nina Segalowitz and Lydia Etok will deliver two short performances throughout the day, followed by a full interactive evening performance.... READ MORE >
You are invited to partake in a delectable array of taste samples from 12-plus Cook County restaurants and food vendors; bid on any of the quality silent auction items donated by local businesses and individuals; and enjoy fine musical entertainment while socializing with fellow supporters of the ISD 166, Cook County Schools. E.A.T.S. 2013 (Enriching Academics Through Sustenance) will be... READ MORE >
It has been an exciting hockey season for the Cook County Youth Hockey program. The teams began the season in November with practices on the new rink. It quickly became apparent that even though these kids are little that they have a big love for the game of hockey. Every year it is amazing to see how the newest skaters... READ MORE >
Need money for college education or training? Come hear financial aid professional LaNita Robinson speak about federal financial aid and application tips in this interactive presentation. Robinson will be able to answer your questions about financial aid whether attending a community and technical college or a four-year program. Topics include: what is the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal student Aid);... READ MORE >
Kristin DeArruda Wharton of Sawtooth Mountain Clinic will discuss the value of creating a healthy worksite environment at Cook County Higher Education’s February Business Networking Luncheon, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 27, at Higher Ed’s North Shore Campus, 300 West Third Street in Grand Marais. Wharton, RN/PHN, will offer examples of what employers are doing locally... READ MORE >
Arrowhead Electric Cooperative, Inc. will once again be holding elections for seats on the co-op board this summer. Three director positions are open for election and there are candidates for two of the board seats. This year the three-year term of District 3, District 6 and District 7 will have elections at the 2013 annual meeting scheduled to be held... READ MORE >
It’s said the house always wins. But as a Thunder Bay man can confirm, there is an exception to every rule. On Tuesday, February 12, during a visit to Grand Portage Lodge and Casino, the longtime Thunder Bay resident won a staggering $330,336.65 (U.S. funds) jackpot from one of the most popular new progressive slot machines in North America. According... READ MORE >
