Cook County Higher Education continues its The Academic Warrior: Becoming a Purposeful Learner series by Dr. Robert Pratt with a presentation on Critical Thinking. The next session is Thursday, Sept. 29 from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. at the North Shore Campus in Grand Marais. The program consists of different modules, and participants may choose to participate in any number of... READ MORE >
Cook County emergency responders almost had the opportunity to deliver a baby on Tuesday, September 13, but the baby’s unexpected arrival happened before they could even respond. At 3:50 p.m., Cook County law enforcement dispatchers received a call from Alex Jerabek of Tofte reporting that his girlfriend, Katie Wright, had just delivered a baby boy at their residence. Jerabek reported... READ MORE >
Minnesota State Trooper Leah Carpenter from Grand Marais will be singing the national anthem, this Sunday, September 18, as the Minnesota Vikings honor law enforcement and emergency responders during the game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the Metrodome in Minneapolis at noon. Duluth District Captain Steve Stromback states, “It is a great honor to have one of our own... READ MORE >
Sen. Al Franken has announced a proposal to eliminate a costly federal rule forcing Minnesota communities to replace all road signs by 2018. Eliminating this rule will remove a looming financial burden on cash-strapped Minnesota localities. Franken, who fought to eliminate the rule, applauded the Federal Highway Administration’s (FHWA) proposal to end the mandate that would have forced local communities... READ MORE >
On September 2, 2011 Sixth District court Judge Michael J. Cuzzo denied Susan Thompson’s request to end her electronic home monitoring (EHM) so she could take better care of her son, as she stated in her petition to the court. The Thompsons live several miles outside of Grand Marais and although her neighbors help with rides, her child can’t always... READ MORE >
In light of continued unseasonably warm, dry conditions the Forest Service is restricting campfires in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW). Despite the on-again, offagain rain that was falling at press time, there are still concerns about potential wildfires. As of Sept. 12, until further notice, campfires will only be allowed between 6 p.m. and midnight at designated campsites... READ MORE >
Applications are now being accepted for Isle Royale National Park’s 2012 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 >
Area residents and visitors of all ages came together for two days of music this past weekend at Sweetheart’s Bluff in Grand Marais as part of the fourth annual Radio Waves Music Festival, sponsored by WTIP North Shore Community Radio and the North Shore Music Association. The festival took place over two days, Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 10 – 11.... READ MORE >
Mark your calendar for the North Shore Association’s annual October silent auction and concert at the Arrowhead Center for the Arts. This year’s event on Oct. 8 will feature an array of unique, highquality auction treasures donated by local businesses, followed by a performance of the piano and dance piece Sophie, by Amsterdam residents Brook Cuden and Andreas Denk. As... READ MORE >
On Sunday, Sept. 25, Paul and Sue Schurke will speak at the home of Hal Greenwood in Grand Marais to mark the 25th anniversary of Paul Schurke’s historic North Pole trek. This Schroeder Area Historical Society fundraiser will take place from 2 to 4 p.m. It includes a tour of Greenwood’s home as well as wine, coffee and desserts. The... READ MORE >
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