Citizens interested in Minnesota moose can now provide input on the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ proposed moose research and management plan. The public comment period begins Aug.15 and ends Sept. 30. Comments will be taken online only. The draft plan incorporates many of the recommendations of the 18- member Moose Advisory Committee, which was a group of individuals from... READ MORE >
The Cook County public tennis courts in Grand Marais continue to be busy, drawing 35 tennis players from Cook County, Silver Bay, and Thunder Bay, ONT for a roundrobin tournament recently. The players were divided into eight teams and enjoyed participating in the doubles tournament, Sunday, Aug. 14. The Cook County Tennis Association hosted this event, which finished with a... READ MORE >
While there is little that individual families can do to affect the state’s education budget, there is a way to help increase the funding that comes to local schools. By completing the “Application for Educational Benefits,” often referred to as the “Free and Reduced Form,” families increase funding for instructional materials, classroom support personnel, and other program enhancements. “It’s like... READ MORE >
The Lake Superior Binational Forum celebrates its 20th anniversary this year. The group’s vision statement was written by members with diverse perspectives who shared one common core value: “Water is life, and the quality of water determines the quality of life.” A public meeting at 12:30 p.m. Sept. 9 has been organized at the Arrowhead Center for the Arts in... READ MORE >
Sing? Dance? Juggle? Wiggle your ears? On September 24, Cook County residents have a chance to display talents such as these at a show hosted by the Cook County High School Band and Girl Scouts at the Arrowhead Center for the Arts. All sorts of performers are welcome to apply for a place in the show. The high school band... READ MORE >
The North Shore Chapter of the Ruffed Grouse Society (RGS) will hold its 19th Annual Sportsmen’s Banquet on Thursday, Sept. 8 at the American Legion Post 413 in Grand Marais. The event will begin with a social hour at 5:30 p.m. followed by dinner at 7:30 p.m. As is the custom at this event, the evening will feature a live... READ MORE >
A group of neighbors in Minneapolis recently wanted to improve water quality in Diamond Lake. According to Theresa Oberg of the Cook County Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD), that group has made a huge difference, thanks to a grant provided by the Clean Water, Land and Legacy Amendment. Oberg said the lake water quality had been declining because water... READ MORE >
The Grand Marais Art Colony invites artists to participate in the Plein Air Painting Competition & Exhibition, Aug. 26 through Sept. 2. “This festival gets participants out into our scenic back yard to paint while also giving them the opportunity to put their artwork on display,” said Art Colony Director Amy Demmer. Demmer said there are many new exciting features... READ MORE >
Assault charges were filed against a 13-year-old male on Sunday, August 14, after an argument between two youths at the stone bridge on Stevens Road near the Grand Portage National Monument became physical. According to the complaint filed at Cook County court, a 13-year-old male allegedly kicked a 15-year-old male in the head, causing the victim to black out. Grand... READ MORE >
A two-vehicle accident on Devil Track Road (County Road 8) on August 11, 2011 resulted in the death of a small dog and charges of inattentive driving and crossing the centerline for one driver. According to the law enforcement report of the accident, Hailey Rae Warzonek, 20, of Orr, MN, was traveling north in a 2008 Saturn Vue on Devil... READ MORE >
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