Anyone who finds several or more dead fish in a lake or stream can help by reporting these fish die-offs, which happen occasionally and usually result from natural causes. “It can be unsettling and concerning to find a number of dead fish,” said Tom Burri, limnology consultant with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources who deals with water quality issues... READ MORE >
After a long tenure on the Grand Marais City Council, Tim Kennedy said this would be his last term. “After serving on the Grand Marais City Council for the past 18 years, I have made the decision not to run for reelection in November. The demands of my time have shifted and require that I provide more time to care... READ MORE >
The Grand Marais Lion’s Club is proud to once again sponsor the annual Fourth of July fireworks. But they have one particular request this year: “Please make sure to socially distance,” said Lion Bob Spry. The fireworks are set to light up the Grand Marais harbor around 10 p.m., Spry said. As you get ready to celebrate the final hours... READ MORE >
A bill signed in April by Gov. Tim Walz provides a one-time, 30-day supply of insulin for eligible residents who need help paying for their medication went into effect July 1, 2020. Under the legislation, residents who are unable to afford insulin can receive their medication once in a 12-month period for a $35 copay. Called the Alec Smith Insulin... READ MORE >
Minnesota’s lakes and rivers have been particularly popular this season as people ignite or reignite their passion for the water and take advantage of abundant opportunities to boat and fish close to home. With a busy Fourth of July weekend on tap, the Department of Natural Resources reminds boaters the best times on the water are those that end safely.... READ MORE >
The Cook County courthouse building opened its west entrance doors on June 15, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday- Friday. Starting July 1, the west entrance will be open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Absentee voting begins on June 26 and closes August 10 for the primary election. In order to cast an absentee ballot... READ MORE >
The summer meal service with breakfast and hot lunches began June 8 and runs to August 21. Free meals will be offered to kids, ages 18 and under, Monday though Friday, except not on Friday, July 3. Breakfast can be picked up from 8:30 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. and lunch from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. at the front entrance... READ MORE >
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is seeking volunteers to help monitor the loon population in Cook and Lake counties in northeastern Minnesota. Volunteers are needed for one day during the June 26 through July 6 monitoring period to count the number of adult and juvenile loons on pre-selected lakes. For the past 20 years, with the assistance of hundreds... READ MORE >
Tyson Cronberg’s Beaver House was busy the other day. Customers, some wearing masks, some not—were social distancing as they looked over the assorted fishing equipment, shirts and sweatshirts in the store. Some were there to share fishing stories; some were there to buy Beaver flicks, bobbers, or bait. All who were there moseyed around the store with big smiles on... READ MORE >
The I.S.D. 166 school board approved hiring several new teachers for the 2020- 2021 school year, as well as accepted the resignation, with regrets, of school secretary Cindi Crawford. Incoming teachers are: Eric Beckner was hired full time as the Early Childhood Special Education teacher. Mila Horak was rehired as the K-12 art teacher. Thomas Long was hired as an... READ MORE >
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