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“Woods, Winds, Strings, and a Little Jazz” to be held August 18
Staff report | July 26, 2019
The cold storage building at Fire Hall 1 on the Gunflint Trail will again become a concert hall for the annual “Woods, Winds, Strings, and a Little Jazz” music presentation. Many local musicians, some returning, some new to the performance will take part in what has become a popular event for those who enjoy an afternoon of beautiful music in... READ MORE >

Free tech support offered by Boreal
Staff report | July 26, 2019
Boreal Community Media is offering a free tech support clinic at Arrowhead Electric. The date for the event is Thursday, Aug. 1 from noon to 2 p.m. Please bring your devices and questions in for free support provided by David Blackburn and Tristan Surbaugh. This is a walk-in event, with no appointment needed.... READ MORE >

Reducing the stigma surrounding mental health
Staff report | July 19, 2019
There will be several community presentations and conversations surrounding mental health in the county next week. One in five adults will experience some form of mental illness. It’s time we start talking about it. Make it OK is an anti-stigma campaign that provides information and encourages individuals to talk more openly about mental illness. By breaking the silence, we can... READ MORE >

South Shore Drive project under way
Staff report | July 19, 2019
The 3.4-mile paving project on CSAH 18 (South Shore Drive) is scheduled to begin Tuesday, July 16 and be completed this fall, the Cook County Highway Department announced on July 12. KGM Contractors, Inc. of Angora will be the contractor for this project, which runs from CSAH 8 (Devil Track Road) west to the end. The project includes repair or... READ MORE >

North Shore Rollers perform well at Onalaska
Staff report | July 19, 2019
It was a hot day in Onalaska, Wisconsin, with temps well into the 90s, on Sunday, July 14 where the North Shore Rollers competed in the Three Rivers Roleo tournament. The big winner of the day was Lexi Plummer who placed 1st in the U10 girls division. Lexi looked calm and steady as she competed against a group of seven... READ MORE >

Old MacDonald Had a Banjo coming to Grand Marais Library
Staff report | July 19, 2019
The Arrowhead Library System is pleased to present Old MacDonald Had a Banjo, a free program being offered for kids ages 3-8 with their parents/caregivers/ families on Tuesday, July 23, 3:30 p.m. at the Grand Marais Public Library. The children’s show, Old MacDonald Had a Banjo, imagines a farm full of songs bursting out to entertain, educate, and involve the... READ MORE >

A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline this week and next weekend
Staff report | July 19, 2019
The Grand Marais Playhouse is pleased to present A Closer Walk With Patsy Cline created by Dean Regan. With Diane Blanchette as Patsy Cline. Braidy Powers plays a radio DJ who walks us through the life of this country legend. Live band on stage includes Mike DeBevec (piano), Mike Roth (bass), Thomas Stamps (drums), Russ Viton (guitar) and Max Bichel... READ MORE >

Help Mayor Jay get his head shaved
Staff report | July 19, 2019
Grand Marais Mayor Jay Arrowsmith DeCoux is hoping to temporarily lose his hair, both his beard and the reddish locks on his head. But at a price. Mayor Jay has agreed to shave his head if we can raise $2,500 by the fundraising event for Paulina Backstrom, who was recently diagnosed with stage 4 Thymoma Cancer, said Andrea Everson, one... READ MORE >

Teen’s Questions—Doctor’s Answers
Staff report | July 19, 2019
Sawtooth Mountain Clinic is excited to announce the release of the video presentation, “Teen’s Questions—Doctor’s Answers.” Teens often have concerns about their health but don’t always feel comfortable asking adults for information. To make things easier, health care staff compiled some common questions that they have been asked by teens, and then Dr. Kurt Farchmin and Dr. Catherine Hansen answered... READ MORE >

Sign up for Fisherman’s Picnic tennis tournament
Staff report | July 19, 2019
It’s time to sign up for the Fisherman’s Picnic tennis tournament. This annual event is August 2-4 in Grand Marais. It features a full slate of singles, doubles and mixed tennis events. Join in the fun and register online at playtenniscookcounty.org... READ MORE >
