Cook County ISD 166 reported its third case of COVID-19 last week. It was not stated whether the affected individual was a staff member or a student. In an email to the parents and public, acting Superintendent Megan Meyers said, “We have been in close communication with our Public Health professionals that have supported our communications and contact tracing within... READ MORE >
Give to the Max Day was a unique opportunity to support increased public awareness of the value and beauty of flight. Although it’s over, the chance to donate to a good cause continues on. Whether experienced in aviation, a plane owner, occasional passenger, or just interested in the growing history of aviation in Cook County, individual contributors can still help... READ MORE >
The Department of Natural Resources is developing the Northern Minnesota and Ontario Peatlands Section Forest Resource Management Plan (SFRMP). This plan guides DNR managers on what they should consider when managing vegetation on DNR-administered forest lands in the Northern Minnesota and Ontario Peatlands Ecological Section. It also identifies management opportunity areas, such as ruffed grouse management areas and old forest... READ MORE >
Hunters can check the DNR website for CWD (chronic wasting disease) test results on the deer they’ve harvested. The site also shows statewide CWD test results, including locations of deer that tested positive, and statistics. Any additional deer harvested during current and upcoming Minnesota deer seasons that test positive for CWD will be reported on this CWD results webpage. The... READ MORE >
A 55-year-old Litchfield, Minnesota, man is dead, and the driver of the vehicle he was a passenger in has been charged with criminal vehicular homicide after leaving the accident scene. On November 7, a deer hunter reported finding a damaged vehicle, a Ford truck, at Six Hundred Road, west of the Sawbill Trail, around 6 a.m. Saturday morning. That same... READ MORE >
The Minnesota Department of Transportation advanced or completed more than 200 road and bridge projects during the 2020 construction season that is now wrapping up throughout Minnesota. An additional 36 projects enhanced safety at railroad crossings, and 15 projects extended or repaired runways or other infrastructure at local airports. “Minnesota’s 2020 construction program represented a broad mix of projects that... READ MORE >
“For the want of a nail the kingdom was lost” Okay, that’s para-phrasing one of Benjamin Franklins most famous quotes, but you get the meaning. Some holes need to be filled at the McFarland Lake boat landing. These holes have been growing and have caused problems for years with boaters trying to get their boat trailers into and out of... READ MORE >
Tread Lightly, a local off-road group, and Seven Slots Posse will be hosting a Winter Jeep Day on December 12, 2020. “We will be gifting Seven Slots Posse blankets to veterans at the Silver Bay Veterans home, said local Tread Lightly leader Scott Benolken. The following day the group will meet with three veterans, one special needs child and one... READ MORE >
The Grand Marais Playhouse is holding a virtual fundraiser on November 14 and is seeking more performances of music, reading and acting scenes. If you would like to know more or would like to contribute, please contact Sue Hennessy a.s.a.p. We need your talents to make a fun entertaining evening! The fundraiser will be presented on grandmaraisplayhouse.com on November 14... READ MORE >
On November 2, 2020, the Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State released notice of vacancies for various state boards, councils and committees that are accepting applications. Minnesotans are encouraged to apply and serve in demonstration of public service. The full list of 669 vacancies can be found on the secretary of state website Open Positions. Applications may be submitted... READ MORE >
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