Lloyd K. Johnson was born and raised in Grand Marais, graduated from its high school in 1925, and completed his formal education at the University of Minnesota with both an undergraduate degree and a law degree. Lloyd began his professional career as the Cook County attorney, died in 2006 at the age of 97 and left substantial, enduring and highly... READ MORE >
North Shore Winery will be hosting a book signing on Friday, November 24 from 1-3 p.m. The book, “Seven Ways to Trick a Troll,” written by Lise Lunge Larsen and illustrated by Kari Vick of Lutsen, is a great gift idea for this holiday season. Both Lise and Kari will be onsite at the winery selling and signing the book... READ MORE >
While the timeline isn’t entirely known, it is understood that someone broke into the safe at East Bay Suites in Grand Marais and made off with $984.80. Police believe the robbery most probably occurred either the night of October 25 or during the morning of October 26. The incident was reported to the Cook County Sheriff ’s Office at 7:01... READ MORE >
The Zoar Lutheran Church in Tofte, has received several threatening letters. The Cook County Sheriff ’s Office is actively investigating due to the nature of the threats. “We are following up on some information that came in a few days ago but we don’t have anything solid so far,” said Cook County Sheriff Pat Eliasen. If anyone has any information... READ MORE >
Grand Marais Public Library will host a writing workshop titled “Re-Visioning Story” on Sunday, November 19 at 2:30 p.m. This event is intended to be a follow up to the Readers & Writers Festival, and celebrates NaNoWriMo, National Novel Writing Month, which takes place each November. The presenter will be Kate St. Vincent Vogl, the author of “Lost & Found:... READ MORE >
North Shore Title is pleased to announce that Baiers Heeren, co-owner and president of North Shore Title, has been named Entrepreneur of the Year by the Cook County Chamber of Commerce. The 2017 business award winners were announced and recognized at the annual fall gala on Tuesday, October 24. North Shore Title works with commercial and residential clients across northern... READ MORE >
Locally Erin Watson helps people navigate the MNsure health coverage options for the Sawtooth Mountain Clinic. Thousands of Minnesotans are using the MNsure website to compare plans, shop and enroll in coverage. MNsure is the only place to qualify for financial help that can help save money on monthly premiums, or no or low-cost coverage through Medical Assistance or MinnesotaCare.... READ MORE >
The Acoustic Grooves concert held to raise funds for Arrowhead Animal Rescue (AAR) was an astounding success. Local musicians donated their skills, time and passion for performing on October 29 at the Arrowhead Center for the Arts for this good cause. When the money was tallied, nearly $14,000 was brought in. “Thank you to our Cook County friends who generously... READ MORE >
If you want to do something about ending hunger in Cook County while ending your own hunger for one day, please attend Empty Bowls 2017. This year’s fundraiser is Monday, November 13 and will be held in the lower level of St. John’s Catholic Church, located at 5th Street and Broadway, Grand Marais. Lunch will be served from 11 a.m.... READ MORE >
Active military personnel in any branch or unit of the United States Armed Forces and veterans with a service-related disability are now eligible to receive a free year-round vehicle permit, providing unlimited access to all 75 Minnesota state parks and recreation areas. These new benefits were proposed by the Department of Natural Resources and approved by state lawmakers during the... READ MORE >
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