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Hazel Belvo is first artist-in-residence

Have you heard about the Art Colony’s new artistin residence? Hazel Belvo is the first artist, April 9-22, during which time she will work on a major body of largescale work, give three public lectures on visual literacy and art critiquing, and open the studio daily for people to drop in and watch the artistic process unfold. Daily open houses... READ MORE >

Ski jumper with local ties shines at Junior National Championships

This winter’s snowfall was less than stellar, but that didn’t stop Woodbury, MN skiers from shining on the national stage. Elizabeth Wallace and Trevor Edlund, both from Woodbury, competed at the U.S. Junior National Championships for ski jumping. The championships were held in Park City, Utah during the first week of March. Elizabeth is the daughter of Kathy and Brian... READ MORE >

State Patrol offers advice on following distances

Drivers often wonder what is the correct following distance, and in response, the State Patrol offers the “following” advice. The law states a specific distance for vehicles pulling trailers. This includes trucks as well as semi-truck tractors with trailers. They must maintain a minimum distance of 500 feet. While the law does not state a specific distance for vehicles not... READ MORE >

Lawmakers aim to stop spread of Asian carp

U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar and Al Franken and Representatives Keith Ellison, Erik Paulsen, and Tim Walz have introduced legislation to help fight the spread of Asian carp in Minnesota’s waterways. The legislation would kick-start the process to consider closing the Upper St. Anthony Falls Dam to help stop the spread of the invasive species, as well as require immediate closure... READ MORE >

Legislators offer “Mom’s Amendment” to move up fishing opener

Senator Tom Bakk (DFL-Cook) and Representative David Dill (DFLCrane Lake) announced the “Mom’s Amendment,” a proposal to move up the opening weekend of the 2012 fishing season by one week. The lawmakers released the following joint statement: “In what is shaping up to be a donothing legislative session, today we are offering a proposal that we hope will give citizens... READ MORE >

DNR launches new invasive species prevention efforts

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has announced its new strategies to fight the spread of aquatic invasive species across the state. The efforts take a two-pronged approach: to increase inspections and decontamination of boats at and near water bodies, especially those infested with aquatic invasive species; and to increase awareness that the public must do its part not... READ MORE >

Make a statement with a white ribbon in April

The White Ribbon Campaign began 20 years ago, growing to be an international campaign involving 47 countries. It was started by a small group of men in Canada who explained their involvement by saying, “We knew that the majority of men in Canada did not beat their wives or sexually abuse their girlfriends. But we knew we had been silent... READ MORE >

Cook County burning restrictions begin April 2

Aaron Mielke with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Grand Marais station reminds residents that burning restrictions are set to go in effect on Cook County on April 2, 2012. Due to the mild winter and recent unseasonably warm temperatures, open burning restrictions are set to go on earlier than most years. Once restrictions are in place permits will not... READ MORE >

Invasive species training offered April 2

Lake Service Providers are required by law to attend Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) training and obtain the permit prior to working in waters of the state. A training session is scheduled in Grand Marais on April 2 from 9:30 a.m to 12:30 p.m. at Gunflint Northwood’s Outfitters, 143 Gunflint Lake. Lake Service Providers should act now and be sure to... READ MORE >

Residents, dealers reminded to review dock and boat lift canopy regulations

Spring boat shows are popular this time of year, and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds residents to review dock and boat lift canopy regulations before investing in new equipment to ensure it will meet current standards. Canvas watercraft canopies are allowed; however, boat lifts with metal or other hard-surface roofing do not meet current Minnesota statutes. State... READ MORE >