Grand Marais Public Library once again achieved a five star ranking in the annual Library Journal Star Libraries standings. Joining Grand Marais this year are Ely with four stars and Baudette with three stars, giving the Arrowhead Library System three of only five libraries in the state to achieve this benchmark. Grand Marais has been ranked a five star library... READ MORE >
This past week candidate for Congress Leah Phifer announced she had hired Sue Hakes, a powerhouse leader from northern Minnesota, to take the reins of managing her campaign to win the DFL endorsement to represent the 8th Congressional District. Hakes is a former Cook County commissioner and mayor of Grand Marais. She was first elected to office in 2008, serving... READ MORE >
The Sawtooth Bluff Steering Committee is seeking input on possible amenities and uses for the 640-acre publicly owned site located in the city limits of Grand Marais. Based on its location and size, it has the potential to be the center point of a Cook County Trail Hub System and to integrate other types of development. Recently, Cook County sought... READ MORE >
Mary Igoe, Community Thanksgiving coordinator, reported that 174 people turned out for the 2017 Thanksgiving feast at the First Congregational Church of the United Church of Christ in Grand Marais. At 44 years and counting, the annual Thanksgiving dinner’s popularity appears to be growing. For those who were ill or physically unable to attend the dinner, volunteers brought meals to... READ MORE >
Have you registered for CodeRED, the County’s emergency alert system? Cook County uses CodeRED, a high-speed mass notification system to help keep you safe in the event of an emergency. “We encourage everyone to register on CodeRED,” said Valerie Marasco, Director – Office of Emergency Management & Public Information. “It’s free and takes only a few seconds, and you will... READ MORE >
Shackled and handcuffed, Cook County Sheriff Pat Eliasen looked glum until his bail money was paid and he was freed from his YMCA jail. Eliasen joined a dozen community leaders who volunteered to be arrested and then “jailed and bailed” in an effort to help Cook County’s first Youth in Government delegation raise funds so the students could participate in... READ MORE >
Christmas can be wonderful, but for some families struggling to make ends meet, there isn’t always enough money to buy presents for the children. That’s where Operation Family Christmas comes in. Who is eligible? Cook County parents or legal guardians to children 0 months to 18 years of age that need a little help during the Holiday season. Applications are... READ MORE >
The Grand Marais Playhouse fundraiser is set for Dec. 16. Come and enjoy the Curry Cook-off and Broadway showcase at the Arrowhead Center for the Arts. Not only will there be delicious food but great music as well. Come out an listen to some of the best singers in the area. There may be a couple of surprises too. The... READ MORE >
This holiday season support Minnesota businesses that make and sell gifts made of wood from local forests. Thousands of items are made from wood harvested in Minnesota forests. “Wooden toys, handcrafts and keepsakes are great green gift options,” said Kristen Bergstrand, DNR utilization and marketing program coordinator. “Plus, wood is a renewable resource that is natural, beautiful and durable.” Wooden... READ MORE >
Mediacom Communications is in the final steps of extending its fiber-based telecommunications network and adding new network capabilities to make a wide assortment of digital video and high-speed data services available to Grand Marais residents and businesses. By November 30, the company will begin offering Internet service with download speeds of up to 200 Mbps, an advanced TiVo® digital recording... READ MORE >
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